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Average Rent in Fort Myers, FL & Rent Trends
Rent prices and market trends across 6 apartment communities in Fort Myers, FL. Updated daily.
Market Average
$1,585/mo
Lowest Available
$1,272/mo
cheapest unit on market
Communities
6
tracked daily
Units Listed
167
available now
Rent by Neighborhood in Fort Myers, FL
Compare average rent across Fort Myers, FL neighborhoods. Click any area to see detailed trends.
| Neighborhood | Avg Rent | From | Properties | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Myers 33905 | $2,317 | $1,684 | 1 | 45 |
| Heritage Palms | $1,787 | $1,197 | 2 | 33 |
| Fort Myers 33907 | $1,747 | $1,272 | 1 | 56 |
| Fort Myers 33916 | $1,736 | $1,446 | 2 | 247 |
| Fort Myers 33901 | $1,639 | $1,439 | 1 | 17 |
Is Rent Going Up or Down in Fort Myers, FL?
As of June 2026, the average rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,585 per month across 6 apartment communities and 167 available units.
The most affordable option is Grand Central starting at $1,272/mo. By unit type, a 1-bedroom averages $1,585/mo.
Prices range from $1,272 to $2,340 per month. The most common price point is the $1,400 range, where 121 units are currently listed.
Rent Price Distribution
Rent by Bedroom Type in Fort Myers, FL
Rent Prices by Apartment in Fort Myers, FL
| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Central | $1,272/mo | $1,576/mo | 35 | 3.9 |
| Sunny Cove | $1,446/mo | $1,498/mo | 98 | 4.9 |
| The Oasis at Cypress Woods | $1,554/mo | $1,590/mo | 4 | 4.7 |
| West End at City Walk | $1,588/mo | $1,716/mo | 8 | 4.1 |
| Sopra Luxury Living Apartments | $1,684/mo | $1,944/mo | 16 | 4.8 |
| Lumen Luxury Apartments | $1,826/mo | $1,930/mo | 6 | 4.2 |
Google Search Trends for Fort Myers, FL Apartments
Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.
Search Interest Over Time
Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Fort Myers, FL
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Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$63,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,585/mo.
Comfortable income
$76,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,272/mo), you need to earn at least $51,000/year.
Cost of living in Fort Myers, FL
We only have live rent data for Fort Myers, FL so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,585 |
| Estimated total | $1,585/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
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
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
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 are refreshed annually.
Explore Fort Myers, FL Apartments
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