Average Rent in Fort Myers, FL
What is the average rent in Fort Myers, FL?
The average listed apartment rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,631 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 860 priced apartments in 15 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 16, 2026 through October 21, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
15 apartment buildings, 860 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Fort Myers, FLCheapest
$1,099/mo
The Laurels
Properties
15
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Units
860
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Fort Myers, FL Rent Prices
All 15 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Laurels
2346 Winkler Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
West End at City Walk
2250 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
Lumen Luxury Apartments
3500 Star Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33916, USA
Grand Central
4910 Silver Gate Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33907, USA
The Cove at 2950
2950 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
Decorum
9851 Decorum Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33966, USA
Encore Echo
3065 Champion Ring Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Laurels 2346 Winkler Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA | $1,099 | $1,309 | $1.71/ft² | 3.8 (292) | 240 |
| 2 | West End at City Walk 2250 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA | $1,271 | $1,527 | $2.00/ft² | 4.1 (221) | 20 |
| 3 | Lumen Luxury Apartments 3500 Star Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33916, USA | $1,281 | $1,611 | $1.76/ft² | 4.2 (276) | 33 |
| 4 | Grand Central 4910 Silver Gate Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33907, USA | $1,284 | $1,654 | $1.51/ft² | 3.9 (137) | 62 |
| 5 | The Cove at 2950 2950 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA | $1,295 | $1,308 | $1.92/ft² | 4.2 (14) | 4 |
| 6 | Decorum 9851 Decorum Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33966, USA | $1,307 | $1,789 | $1.67/ft² | 4.1 (185) | 44 |
| 7 | Encore Echo 3065 Champion Ring Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33905, USA | $1,315 | $1,761 | $1.71/ft² | 4.7 (48) | 23 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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The Laurels
3.8 (292)2346 Winkler Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
West End at City Walk
4.1 (221)2250 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
Lumen Luxury Apartments
4.2 (276)3500 Star Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33916, USA
Grand Central
3.9 (137)4910 Silver Gate Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33907, USA
The Cove at 2950
4.2 (14)2950 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901, USA
Decorum
4.1 (185)9851 Decorum Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33966, USA
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Fort Myers, FL neighborhoods
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Fort Myers, FL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,631 per month, based on 860 units across 15 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,099 at The Laurels to $3,324 at The Ivy.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,390/mo | $1,271/mo | 12 |
| 1 Bed | $1,505/mo | $1,099/mo | 363 |
| 2 Bed | $1,642/mo | $1,250/mo | 395 |
| 3 Bed | $2,124/mo | $1,750/mo | 90 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Fort Myers, FL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Fort Myers, FL averages $1,505/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,642/mo. At the local median household income of $62,160, that works out to 31% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Fort Myers, FL at $1,442/mo. The current tracked market average runs 13% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Fort Myers, FL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fort Myers, FL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$65,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,631/mo.
Comfortable income
$78,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,099/mo), you need to earn at least $44,000/year.
Median household income in Fort Myers, FL is $62,160 , about 21% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Fort Myers, FL
Overall prices in Fort Myers, FL runs above the national average by about 3% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 103.1, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Fort Myers, FL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,631 |
| Utilities | $545 |
| Groceries | $520 |
| Transportation | $1,300 |
| Healthcare | $634 |
| Other goods and services | $1,015 |
| Estimated total | $5,645/mo |
Population
91,730
Median household income
$62,160
Census median rent
$1,442/mo
Census rent burden
35.1%
Median age
40.3
Mean commute
25 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Florida
How Fort Myers, FL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Fort Myers, FL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | $3,074 | +88% | -4.2% | 41 |
| Gainesville, FL | $2,738 | +68% | -17.5% | 40 |
| Tampa, FL | $2,785 | +71% | -3.6% | 28 |
| Boca Raton, FL | $3,012 | +85% | -6.7% | 24 |
| Orlando, FL | $2,049 | +26% | -5.5% | 24 |
| Bradenton, FL | $1,727 | +6% | +0.5% | 23 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Myers, FL?
The average listed apartment rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,631 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 860 priced apartments in 15 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Fort Myers, FL?
The median asking rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,676 per month, computed from 860 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,631/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Fort Myers, FL?
The lowest available rent in Fort Myers, FL starts at $1,099 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL?
1-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers, FL average $1,505/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,099/mo across 363 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL?
2-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers, FL average $1,642/mo. Units start from $1,250/mo across 395 units currently listed.
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