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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Friendly team
  • 1, 2, 3 bedroom apartment homes

Location

3710 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816, USA
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Property Overview

The Meridian is highly rated with a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.5, reflecting its strong appeal for renters. It excels with a competitive price rating of 10 and an impressive offering of amenities, earning an 8 out of 10. The property’s location and quality ratings both stand at 10, ensuring residents enjoy excellent access to key points of interest and a high standard of living, backed by a trustworthy management team. Additionally, a top-rated high school is conveniently located just under a mile away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.5
Excellent
The Meridian is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Standard 1 BED | 1 BATH - SM Flat1 bed1 bath350 sqft$550 /mo
Deluxe 1 BED | 1 BATH- LRG Flat1 bed1 bath430 sqft$680 /mo
Premium Renovated 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath430 sqft$710 /mo
Deluxe 2 BED | 1.5 BATH2 bed1.5 bath775 sqft$795 /mo
Premium Renovated 2 Bedroom2 bed2 bath775 sqft$925 /mo
Deluxe 3 BED | 2 BATH - Flat3 bed2 bath890 sqft$985 /mo
Premium Renovated 3 Bedroom3 bed2 bath950 sqft$1,100 /mo

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Amenities for The Meridian

Building

Business CenterCats OK
Dogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

Cats and small dogs allowed. Contact for more information on pet policy.

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About The Meridian

HomeApartments in Fort Wayne The Meridian

The Meridian, formerly known as Waterloo Gardens, offers 1,2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes. Located just minutes from downtown Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, Science Central, and many parks and reservoirs. Our property is located in East Allen County School district. Our community is one of the top places in the city for affordability. Our friendly team is ready to help you in finding your perfect floor plan option. Move Smarter, Not Harder ! ! ! On move-in by 15th September, get $500 off moving costs (selected units only)- End date (09/15/2025)


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.5
/10
Excellent
The Meridian is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Meridian
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Meridian offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Meridian is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Meridian offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
The Meridian has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The Meridian.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Meridian has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Meridian compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Fort Wayne

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 21% lower than 1-bedrooms in Fort Wayne.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Meridian to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Fort Wayne.

3-bedroom apartments at The Meridian cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Fort Wayne
A table of studio rental data trends in Fort Wayne
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$638
October 2023$685
November 2023$733
December 2023$667
January 2024$650
February 2024$605
March 2024$649
April 2024$981
May 2024$1,083
June 2024$720
July 2024$678
August 2024$693
September 2024$732
October 2024$738
November 2024$671
December 2024$636
January 2025$639
February 2025$624
March 2025$642
April 2025$664
May 2025$673
June 2025$673
July 2025$673
August 2025$664

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $680.
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Schools near The Meridian

Southwick Elementary School

6500 wayne trace

fort wayne, IN, 46816

PK, K-2Public
B

Prince Chapman Academy

4808 e paulding rd

fort wayne, IN, 46816

3-6Public
C+
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Getting around Fort Wayne near 3710 East Paulding Road

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3710 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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