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Highlights
- Large rooms
- Off street parking
- New laminate flooring
Location
601 W Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802, USA|Downtown Fort Wayne
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Property Overview
601 W Wayne St offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and comfort, with an 8.5 Zumper rating and standout scores for price, amenities, and location. It features large rooms, off-street parking, and new laminate flooring, plus nearby transit, walkability, parks, dining, and wellness options.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Wellness
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $799 /mo | 1 unit available | A beautiful building and a great apartment! New laminate flooring and paint, large rooms, off street parking, Just a block walk away from everything that downtown offers!! Heres the best part - just one 120.00 per month utility fee~ Holding fee determined with an approved application. | ||
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $885 /mo | 1 unit available | Love this apartment! 2 bedroom upper with your own entrance! Hardwood floors, French doors, new paint, off street parking! newer windows as well. Right in the heart of downtown and all it offers! Utility fees for tenant $120/MO billed monthly. Fireplace for decoration only. Holding fee determined with approved deposit. |
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Amenities for 601 W Wayne St
Apartment Amenities
| All Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Ref/Stove |
Building
| Cats 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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 601 W Wayne St
A beautiful building and a great apartment! New laminate flooring and paint, large rooms, off street parking, Just a block walk away from everything that downtown offers!! Heres the best part - just one 120.00 per month utility fee~ Holding fee determined with an approved application.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 601 W Wayne St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 601 W Wayne St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
601 W Wayne St 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·9A 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.
601 W Wayne St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 601 W Wayne St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
601 W Wayne St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While 601 W Wayne St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
601 W Wayne St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
601 W Wayne St is great for:
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 601 W Wayne St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.4 miles away
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Rent trends in Downtown Fort Wayne
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 36% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Fort Wayne.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 601 W Wayne St to be 49% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Fort Wayne.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Downtown Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $666 |
| September 2025 | $658 |
| October 2025 | $648 |
| November 2025 | $658 |
| December 2025 | $643 |
| January 2026 | $611 |
| February 2026 | $601 |
| March 2026 | $598 |
| April 2026 | $615 |
| May 2026 | $627 |
| June 2026 | $667 |
| July 2026 | $678 |
| August 2026 | $677 |
| September 2026 | $698 |
| October 2026 | $697 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $645 |
| March 2025 | $632 |
| May 2025 | $645 |
| July 2025 | $650 |
| August 2025 | $650 |
| February 2026 | $615 |
| March 2026 | $620 |
| April 2026 | $620 |
| May 2026 | $615 |
| June 2026 | $661 |
| July 2026 | $661 |
| August 2026 | $683 |
| September 2026 | $783 |
| October 2026 | $695 |
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Can I afford to live at 601 W Wayne St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $799.
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Schools near 601 W Wayne St
Washington Elementary School
1015 w wash blvd
fort wayne, IN, 46802
PK, K-5Public
C+
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy
1200 s clinton st
fort wayne, IN, 46802
K-12Public
Aspen Meadow Elementary School
2650 hathaway rd
fort wayne, IN, 46818
K-5Public
B+
Neighborhood
Downtown Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne, IN
Getting around Fort Wayne near 601 W Wayne St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 601 W Wayne St, Fort Wayne
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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