Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Fort Myers, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Fort Myers, FL rent slipped 5.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,900/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year, following a recent month-to-month rise of 2.4%.
Compared to national trends
Fort Myers rent sits at the national median of $1,900/month, making it a market that aligns closely with the overall national rental landscape. The city offers 1,317 total rentals, providing a moderate inventory for renters.
Price ranges
In Fort Myers, studios rent for about $1,400/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,300/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,650/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,250/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,900/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Riverside Park rents fell 87.7% year over year to $1,350/month across 15 rentals, a decline well below the citywide 5.0% drop. Pelican Preserve rents climbed 85.2% to $5,000/month, indicating notable local variation in Fort Myers' rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Fort Myers
$1,900/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Fort Myers is $1,900 per month as of October 2026. This is about the same as the national average rent.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fort Myers
1,317
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fort Myers rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fort Myers, FL
Average rent prices in Fort Myers have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Fort Myers, FL
Rent prices in Fort Myers vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fort Myers is $1,490, whereas a house costs $2,355. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers run $1,350 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,400 | No Change |  14% | |
1 bedroom | $1,300 | 2% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,650 | 1% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $2,250 | 2% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,900 | No Change | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Arborwood | $3,325 | |
Colonial County Club | $5,000 | |
Edgewood | $1,850 | |
Forum | $1,975 | |
Heritage Palms | $2,075 | |
Metro Park | $1,300 | |
Paseo | $6,000 | |
Pelican Preserve | $5,000 | |
West 1st Street | $2,774 | |
Winkler Safe Neighborhood | $1,357 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,490 | 2% | 1% | |
Condos | $1,814 | 1% | 5% | |
Houses | $2,355 | 2% | 2% | |
Rooms | $1,090 | 2% | 1% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,400
Last year
14%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,250
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,900
Last year
3%
Forum
Average rent
$1,975
West 1st Street
Average rent
$2,774
Colonial County Club
Average rent
$5,000
Pelican Preserve
Average rent
$5,000
Paseo
Average rent
$6,000
Arborwood
Average rent
$3,325
Winkler Safe Neighborhood
Average rent
$1,357
Metro Park
Average rent
$1,300
Edgewood
Average rent
$1,850
Heritage Palms
Average rent
$2,075
Apartments
Average rent
$1,490
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,814
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$2,355
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,090
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fort Myers, FL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Fort Myers, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fort Myers and Alva by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fort Myers
Equal to the the national median
42%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fort Myers, FL is 30% lower than the median rent in Alva, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
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5%$1,745
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7%$1,800
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15%Cost of living in Fort Myers, FL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 14% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Fort Myers, FL
3h ago
2925 Montclaire Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
1 bed
2 baths
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Sable Palm apartment for rent in Fort Myers
4 beds
2 baths
$764
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3308 Handy Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33916
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fort Myers
2 beds
1 bath
$959
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 8
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fort Myers
12570 Vittoria Way, Fort Myers, FL 33912
5 beds
5 baths
$19,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fort Myers
19053 Wildblue Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33913
4 beds
4.5 baths
$19,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fort Myers
13974 Blue Bay Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913
3 beds
3 baths
$19,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fort Myers
14870 Blue Bay Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33913
3 beds
3 baths
$17,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
15h ago
Verified
15270 Ballast Point Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,267–$1,998
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1601 Red Cedar Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,475
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
11800 Bahia Honda Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33913
1 –3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,729–$3,316
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
1d ago
Verified
3615 Schoolhouse Rd W, Fort Myers, FL 33916
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,515–$6,085
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7231 Maida Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33908
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,179–$2,365
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available May 31
1d ago
Verified
1601 Red Cedar Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,475
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
10934 Preachers Cove Ln #7A, Fort Myers, FL 33913
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,125
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 9
15h ago
Verified
15270 Ballast Point Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,267–$1,998
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1601 Red Cedar Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,475
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
11800 Bahia Honda Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33913
1 –3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,729–$3,316
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
1d ago
Verified
3615 Schoolhouse Rd W, Fort Myers, FL 33916
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,515–$6,085
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Fort Myers, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Fort Myers rental market.
How much is rent in Fort Myers?
The average rent in Fort Myers is $1,900 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fort Myers?
Average rent prices in Fort Myers have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Fort Myers rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fort Myers is roughly the same as the national average.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort Myers?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Myers are Metro Park ($1,300/mo), Winkler Safe Neighborhood ($1,357/mo), and Edgewood ($1,850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fort Myers?
To comfortably afford rent in Fort Myers, you'd need to earn approximately $76,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fort Myers?
December offers the most favorable rental rates in Fort Myers, with prices roughly 13% lower than March. November and December are the least competitive months for renters, making them ideal for apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).