Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Fort Wayne, IN
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fort Wayne rent stands today
Fort Wayne, IN rent rose 6.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,175/month. Renters today are paying $76 more per month on average than last year, reaching the city's peak median rent this October.
Compared to national trends
Fort Wayne is 38.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city has 281 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $725/month, 1-bedrooms for $875/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,100/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,367/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $1,800/month. The 2-bedroom segment accounts for 39.6% of rentals, reflecting common renter preferences.
Price ranges
Apartments rent for a median of $1,038/month and make up 53.4% of total rentals, while houses rent for $1,350/month and represent 43.4% of the market. This property-type split shows a range of options for renters in Fort Wayne.
Median rent
Median rent in Fort Wayne
$1,175/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Fort Wayne is $1,175 per month as of October 2026. This is 38% below the national average rent, or $725 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fort Wayne
281
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 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 increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 7% 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 $1,038, whereas a house costs $1,350. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Wayne run $875 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,082.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $725 |  12% | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $875 | 7% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | 8% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,367 | 6% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | 3% | 10% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bloomingdale | $997 | |
Brookview Civic | $1,290 | |
Creighton Home | $937 | |
Downtown Fort Wayne | $1,795 | |
Hamilton | $1,099 | |
Larez | $875 | |
Northside | $875 | |
Oxford | $1,116 | |
Pettit Rudisill | $1,100 | |
West Central | $1,007 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,038 | 4% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,250 | No Change | 9% | |
Houses | $1,350 | 1% | 3% |
Studio
Average rent
$725
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$875
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,367
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
Downtown Fort Wayne
Average rent
$1,795
Brookview Civic
Average rent
$1,290
Northside
Average rent
$875
Larez
Average rent
$875
Oxford
Average rent
$1,116
Hamilton
Average rent
$1,099
West Central
Average rent
$1,007
Pettit Rudisill
Average rent
$1,100
Bloomingdale
Average rent
$997
Creighton Home
Average rent
$937
Apartments
Average rent
$1,038
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
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
38%lower than the national median
51%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fort Wayne, IN is 25% higher than the median rent in Antwerp, OH.
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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 | 1% higher |
| Health | 9% lower |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 1% higher |
| Utilities | 4% lower |
Discover rentals in Fort Wayne, IN
2d ago
Verified
3710 East Paulding Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$550–$1,100
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
21h ago
Verified
2015 Fox Point Trl, Fort Wayne, IN 46816
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$620–$948
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
Apartment for rent in Fort Wayne
2 beds
1 bath
$675
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
Bloomingdale apartment for rent in Fort Wayne
2 beds
1 bath
$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
Westwood Fairway house for rent in Fort Wayne
4011 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Studio
0 baths
$31,272
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
Downtown Fort Wayne house for rent in Fort Wayne
116 W Columbia St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Studio
0 baths
$20,340
Price dropped $3,600Fees 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 Wayne
1319 Magnavox Way, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Studio
0 baths
$18,000
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
Downtown Fort Wayne house for rent in Fort Wayne
916 Fairfield Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Studio
0 baths
$9,600
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
Verified
2737 W Washington Center Rd #177, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
2 baths
$1,249
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
2d ago
Verified
10501 Day Lily Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,265–$2,135
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
3047 Boardwalk Cir, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,098–$1,593
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
4d ago
Verified
859 Buchanan St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803
1–4 beds
1 bath
$913–$1,467
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
4d ago
Verified
2302 E Wallen Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,146–$1,454
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
6037 Ullyot Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$896–$1,350
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
2d ago
Verified
5439 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,181–$1,251
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
2d ago
Verified
5810 Meadows Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
1 –3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$1,909
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
5d+ ago
Verified
2737 W Washington Center Rd #177, Fort Wayne, IN 46818
3 beds
2 baths
$1,249
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
4d ago
Verified
1911 Hazelwood Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,048–$1,708
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
4d ago
Verified
3047 Boardwalk Cir, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,098–$1,593
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
4d ago
Verified
859 Buchanan St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803
1–4 beds
1 bath
$913–$1,467
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
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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 $1,175 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fort Wayne?
Average rent prices in Fort Wayne have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Fort Wayne rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fort Wayne is 38% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $725 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort Wayne?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Wayne are Northside ($875/mo), Larez ($875/mo), and Creighton Home ($937/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 $47,000/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?
January offers the lowest rents in Fort Wayne, running about 6.6% below August prices. December is the least competitive month with lower demand, while March and April see higher competition.
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).