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10h ago
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2737 W Washington Center Rd #48, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
2 beds
2 baths
$1,125
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3d ago
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10326 Old Leo Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,299–$1,399
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 29
7h ago
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,289–$2,224
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1d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,107–$1,248
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2d ago
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Glastonbury Row Single Family Homes, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$2,150
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23h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,149–$1,884
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4d ago
5810 Challenger Pkwy, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Concierge service
Studio
1 bath
$1,661
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,119–$1,529
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14h ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,179
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20h ago
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$949–$1,599
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Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
20h ago
Verified
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$719–$949
Apartment for rent
23h ago
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2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 948 #948, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
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Available Sep 10
23h ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 528 #528, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$991
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Available Sep 10
1d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$749–$1,179
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,149–$1,279
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$1,129
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1d ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,129
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2d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,349–$1,849
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3d ago
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2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 702 #702, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,090
$950
Price drop
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Available Sep 10
3d ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 421 #421, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,090
$950
Price drop
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Available Sep 10
3d ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 401 #401, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,090
$950
Price drop
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Available Sep 10
3d ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 721 #721, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,090
$950
Price drop
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Available Sep 10
3d ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 921 #921, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,090
$950
Price drop
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Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 917 #917, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 736 #736, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 620 #620, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 321 #321, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 823 #823, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
Verified
2220 Dunkelberg Rd Lot 545 #545, Fort Wayne, IN 46819
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
2d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$620–$948
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$550–$1,100
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14h ago
3420 Stellhorn Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46815
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$790
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 8
14h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
North Franke Park house for rent in Fort Wayne
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
$1,195
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Centerhurst apartment for rent in Fort Wayne
2 beds
1 bath
$1,199
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 11
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Fort Wayne
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Condo for rent
Available May 22
6h ago
2807 Westbrook Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,272–$1,800
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6h ago
2034 Ardmore Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,063–$1,429
Apartment for rent
7h ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$900–$1,300
Apartment for rent
9h ago
1–4 beds
1 bath
$699–$1,099
Apartment for rent
10h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
13h ago
6501 Reed Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$815
Apartment for rent
13h ago
425 E Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$650–$795
Apartment for rent
14h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$815
Apartment for rent
14h ago
4560 Craftsbury Cir, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1 bath
$949–$1,659
Apartment for rent
14h ago
5532 Dayspring Path, Fort Wayne, IN 46835
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$1,635
Apartment for rent
14h ago
4021 Frost Grass Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46845
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,827–$2,826
Apartment for rent
15h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$685
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Northside apartment for rent in Fort Wayne
1008 Elmwood Ave #3, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
16h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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With a population of about 270,000 people, Fort Wayne is Indiana’s second-largest city, and home to a variety of attractions for residents of all ages to enjoy. Sports fans may enjoy taking in a minor league baseball, basketball, or hockey game, and performing arts patrons may like a visit to the Embassy Theatre or Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra. Some activities for families may include the city's children's zoo, art museum, or public parks.
Fort Wayne hosts a range of festivals and cultural events each year to celebrate its diverse community. Some of these events include its Pride festival, Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival, Greek Festival, and Germanfest. A particularly popular event is its Johnny Appleseed Festival, which attracts an estimated 300,000 visitors each year. Crowds descend upon Johnny Appleseed Park to enjoy a celebration of 19th-century pioneering with apple-themed food, rafts, and more.
Today, the city's economy primarily relies on industries like health care, manufacturing, retail trade, finance and insurance, and government. One of the most notable features of Fort Wayne's geography is the Three Rivers system. Two of the city's rivers, the St. Marys River and the St. Joseph River, converge to create the Maumee River
Fort Wayne rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 286 apartments for rent in Fort Wayne, with a median rent price of $1,099 per month. Fort Wayne has seen a 9%—or $119—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,099Year Over Year Change
-9%
$119
Rentals available, last 30 days
286
The average rent in Fort Wayne, IN, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,099, which is a 9.05% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne, IN is about $832. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne, IN is $1,032, and studios are about $679 per month.
See more Fort Wayne, IN rent data on our rent research page.
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fort wayne, IN, 46815
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Age Range
0-19
27%
20-34
22%
35-44
12%
45-64
23%
65+
14%
Language
English
87%
Spanish
6%
Indo Euro
1%
Asia Pac
4%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
11%
High School
50%
Bachelor's
28%
Master's
7%
Prof Degree
1%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
22%
25-50k
26%
50-75k
20%
75-100k
13%
100-150k
11%
150k+
6%
Fort Wayne locals spend about 21 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus run by Citililnk to navigate Fort Wayne and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Fort Wayne is through Indianapolis International Airport, 113.85 miles away.
Scores for Fort Wayne are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Fort Wayne, 42% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Fort Wayne
Pet friendly
84%Satisfaction rating
Parks & recreation
75%Satisfaction rating
Job market
63%Satisfaction rating
Other Things to Consider
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How we got this dataThe overall cost of living in Fort Wayne, IN is 10% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Fort Wayne you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.49 per carton, and milk $4.69. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $137.75 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
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Utilities | 9% lower |
Transportation | No difference |
Health | 3% lower |
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Locals in Fort Wayne, IN appreciate the blend of affordable living and access to a variety of parks and recreational activities. Many residents enjoy the local arts scene, with events and venues catering to diverse interests. The cost of housing is frequently mentioned as a plus, making it an appealing option for renters. However, some express concerns about traffic and occasional issues with public transportation, which can impact daily commutes.
As of the first six months of 2025, the median rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Fort Wayne is $867, while a two-bedroom apartment costs around $1,129.
In 2024, Fort Wayne experienced a moderate rent increase, with average monthly rents rising by 4.2%. One-bedroom apartments saw a 5% increase, and two-bedroom apartments rose by 8%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Fort Wayne is during the winter months, particularly December, when demand is lower, and there are fewer listings, which may lead to better deals.
Popular neighborhoods in Fort Wayne include West Central, Downtown Fort Wayne, Hoagland Masterson, and Poplar, known for their vibrant atmosphere, safety, and walkability.
Budget-conscious renters might consider exploring areas outside the most popular neighborhoods, as these tend to have higher rents due to demand.
Yes, Fort Wayne is quite pet-friendly, with 63.9% of listings allowing pets, making it a great city for renters with pets.
Utilities are included in about 11% of rental listings in Fort Wayne, so it's not very common.
Fort Wayne predominantly features Ranch-style homes, which are older buildings popular post-war, suggesting a prevalence of older architectural styles.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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