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Rental Market Trends in Fort Myers, FL

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,508/month.

Rent in Fort Myers is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,508/month

Average Rent

761 Sq Ft

Average Size

-3.5%

Change / Year

6,080

Available Apartments

Fort Myers rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Fort Myers average $1,417 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers average $1,508 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers average $1,763 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers average $2,167 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,417/month
576 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,508/month
761 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,763/month
1,093 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,167/month
1,419 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,146/month
399 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,790/month
1,192 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,165/month
1,647 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,387/month
2,257 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,507/month
741 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,722/month
1,168 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,393/month
1,565 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,637/month
540 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,018/month
1,079 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,315/month
1,519 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Fort Myers, FL?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.5%, which averages out to $52 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Fort Myers, FL

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Fort Myers, FL
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
10% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
41% $1,501 - $2,000/month
14% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Myers?

Based on current rent prices, Breezewood, Metro Park and Allen Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Myers.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Breezewood
$820/month
691 Sq Ft
Metro Park
$1,122/month
690 Sq Ft
Allen Park
$1,132/month
669 Sq Ft
Whiskey Creek
$1,135/month
709 Sq Ft
Page Park
$1,355/month
733 Sq Ft
Cypress Lake
$1,387/month
710 Sq Ft
Boardwalk Park Place
$1,479/month
823 Sq Ft
Eastwood Village
$1,506/month
752 Sq Ft
McGregor
$1,655/month
743 Sq Ft
Downtown Fort Myers
$1,747/month
754 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Myers?

Based on current rent prices, Edgewood, Fort Myers Outlying and Arborwood are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Myers.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Edgewood
$1,930/month
827 Sq Ft
Fort Myers Outlying
$1,871/month
771 Sq Ft
Arborwood
$1,805/month
807 Sq Ft
Forum
$1,790/month
833 Sq Ft
Downtown Fort Myers
$1,747/month
754 Sq Ft
McGregor
$1,655/month
743 Sq Ft
Eastwood Village
$1,506/month
752 Sq Ft
Boardwalk Park Place
$1,479/month
823 Sq Ft
Cypress Lake
$1,387/month
710 Sq Ft
Page Park
$1,355/month
733 Sq Ft

Which Fort Myers neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Fort Myers with the most apartments available are Fort Myers Outlying, Page Park and Forum .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Fort Myers Outlying
$1,871/month
771 Sq Ft
Page Park
$1,355/month
733 Sq Ft
Forum
$1,790/month
833 Sq Ft
Cypress Lake
$1,387/month
710 Sq Ft
Downtown Fort Myers
$1,747/month
754 Sq Ft
Boardwalk Park Place
$1,479/month
823 Sq Ft
McGregor
$1,655/month
743 Sq Ft
Eastwood Village
$1,506/month
752 Sq Ft
Breezewood
$820/month
691 Sq Ft
Whiskey Creek
$1,135/month
709 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fort Myers, FL?

Because the average rent in Fort Myers is $1,508, you’ll want to make about $5,026 per month or $60,312 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Fort Myers, FL is 1.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Fort Myers is 12.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,417 - $2,167. You can expect to pay 4.6% more for groceries, 0.3% more for utilities, and 2.8% more for transportation.

City

Fort Myers, FL

6,080 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Fort Myers, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Fort Myers, FL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Breezewood

Fort Myers, FL

Edgewood

Fort Myers, FL

Studio
-
$1,800/month
One Bedroom
$1,091/month
$1,853/month
Two Bedroom
$1,212/month
$2,423/month
Three Bedroom
-
$3,390/month
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Apartment Communities in Fort Myers We Think You'll Love

Lumen Luxury Apartments

Lumen Luxury Apartments

3500 Star Ln,
Fort Myers, FL 33916

1-3 Beds | $1,299 - $2,063

Reva

Reva

7301 Lake Bank Loop,
Fort Myers, FL 33966

1-3 Beds | $1,602 - $3,112

Sinclair at Palm Pointe

Sinclair at Palm Pointe

5001 Palm Pointe Ct,
Fort Myers, FL 33907

1-3 Beds | $1,595 - $3,101

The Meridian at 2825

The Meridian at 2825

2811 Central Ave,
Fort Myers, FL 33901

2 Beds | $1,195 - $1,595

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Fort Myers?

The average rent in Fort Myers is $1,508 per month, which is 9.3% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Fort Myers?

The average rent for a house in Fort Myers, FL is $3,165 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Fort Myers?

The average rent for a townhome in Fort Myers, FL is $2,018 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Fort Myers?

The average rent for a condo in Fort Myers, FL is $1,507 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Fort Myers?

Rents in Fort Myers, FL are decreasing, with prices down 3.5% year-over-year and $52 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Fort Myers?

In Fort Myers, FL, 41% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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