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Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Fort Wayne, IN
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fort Wayne rent stands today
Fort Wayne, IN rent rose 4.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,149/month. Renters today are paying $107 more per month than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat at this level.
Compared to national trends
Fort Wayne is 40.8% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 261 total rentals across apartments, houses, and condos.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $692/month, 1-bedrooms for $875/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,099/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,399/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,838/month in Fort Wayne. Apartments comprise 56.5% of total rentals, with houses making up 37.6%.
Neighborhood spotlight
Countryside rents fell 48.8% year over year to $1,100/month across 20 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 4.5% rise. Lincolnshire and Lake Forest Extended also saw declines of 44.3% and 43.6%, respectively, indicating localized rent decreases within Fort Wayne.
Median rent
Median rent in Fort Wayne
$1,149/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Fort Wayne is $1,149 per month as of August 2026. This is 41% below the national average rent, or $791 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fort Wayne
261
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fort Wayne rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fort Wayne, IN
Average rent prices in Fort Wayne have remained the same over the last month and have increased 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 Wayne, IN
Rent prices in Fort Wayne vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fort Wayne is $999, whereas a house costs $1,495. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne run $875 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $692 | 22% | 14% | |
1 bedroom | $875 | 2% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,099 | 3% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,399 | 7% | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $1,837 | 7% | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Broad River | $1,000 | |
Brookview Civic | $1,333 | |
Creighton Home | $950 | |
Downtown Fort Wayne | $1,324 | |
Nebraska | $1,122 | |
Northside | $897 | |
Pettit Rudisill | $925 | |
Southwest Waynedale | $1,039 | |
Taylor Street | $800 | |
West Central | $895 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $999 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,600 | 15% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,495 | 6% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$692
Last 30 days
22%
Last year
14%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$875
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,099
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,399
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,837
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
13%
Brookview Civic
Average rent
$1,333
Downtown Fort Wayne
Average rent
$1,324
Northside
Average rent
$897
Nebraska
Average rent
$1,122
Southwest Waynedale
Average rent
$1,039
Creighton Home
Average rent
$950
West Central
Average rent
$895
Broad River
Average rent
$1,000
Pettit Rudisill
Average rent
$925
Taylor Street
Average rent
$800
Apartments
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
15%
Houses
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
6%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fort Wayne, IN, 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 Wayne, IN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fort Wayne and Antwerp by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fort Wayne
41%lower than the national median
56%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fort Wayne, IN is 35% higher than the median rent in Antwerp, OH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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$950
16%$950
6%$1,295
10%$1,499
8%$1,612
19%$862
Cost of living in Fort Wayne, IN
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 | 3% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 16% lower |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Fort Wayne, IN
5d+ ago
Taylor Street apartment for rent in Fort Wayne
2720 Culbertson St #213, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Studio
0 baths
$329
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 9
3d ago
Verified
3710 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$550–$1,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2015 Fox Point Trl, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$620–$948
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
429 Perry Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
2 beds
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
5606 Le Steele Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
2 baths
$12,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1249 Kinsmoor Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46807
3 beds
2 baths
$5,006
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Nebraska house for rent in Fort Wayne
1205 W Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
Studio
0 baths
$5,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
West Central house for rent in Fort Wayne
902 W Wayne St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Studio
0 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
5606 Le Steele Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
2 baths
$12,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
5705 Heather View Ln, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
2 baths
$1,199
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2737 W Washington Center Rd #287, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
1 bath
$1,149
House for rent
7h ago
Verified
10501 Day Lily Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,262–$1,937
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
859 Buchanan St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803
1–4 beds
1 bath
$725–$1,249
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
522 Pinegrove Ln, Fort Wayne, IN 46807
2–3 beds
1 bath
$999–$1,259
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
6037 Ullyot Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$769–$1,249
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
5439 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,139–$1,359
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
5705 Heather View Ln, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
2 baths
$1,199
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2737 W Washington Center Rd #287, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
1 bath
$1,149
House for rent
7h ago
Verified
10501 Day Lily Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
1 bed
1 bath
$1,262–$1,418
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
859 Buchanan St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803
1–4 beds
1 bath
$725–$1,249
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Fort Wayne, IN
Quick answers to common questions about the Fort Wayne rental market.
How much is rent in Fort Wayne?
The average rent in Fort Wayne is $1,149 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fort Wayne?
Average rent prices in Fort Wayne have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Fort Wayne rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fort Wayne is 41% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $791 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort Wayne?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Wayne are Taylor Street ($800/mo), West Central ($895/mo), and Northside ($897/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fort Wayne?
To comfortably afford rent in Fort Wayne, you'd need to earn approximately $46,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fort Wayne?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne average around $870/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,110/month.
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).