100 Best Apartments in Fort Myers, FL (with reviews)

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Rent prices in Fort Myers, FL's popular neighborhoods

Apartments in Dunbar $1,841
Apartments in Edgewood - Morningside $1,947
Apartments in Estero Bay Park $1,875
Apartments in Forum $2,253
Apartments in Omni - Heritage Palms $2,271
Apartments in Palm Lee $1,849
Apartments in Palmetto Palms RV $1,871
Apartments in Sunset - Edison $1,764
Apartments in Winkler $1,982

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Average rent in Fort Myers, FL

$2,021/mo Fort Myers, FL average rental price, February 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Fort Myers, FL is $2,021.

Fort Myers, FL apartment rent ranges

About 36% of apartment rents in Fort Myers, FL range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 50% of apartments. Around 12% of Fort Myers’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

Fort Myers, FL rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,702, the average rent in Fort Myers, FL is $2,021.

Getting around in Fort Myers, FL

44 /100

Car-Dependent

62 /100

Bikeable

Walk Score®: 44, Bike Score®: 62

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Fort Myers, FL last updated?

Prices and availability in Fort Myers, FL were last updated on 31 Mar 2023.

What are the best apartments in Fort Myers, FL?

The best apartments in Fort Myers, FL are: Promenade at Reflection Lakes, Ashlar, Bay Breeze Villas, Portofino Cove and Cypress Legends.

What is the average rent in Fort Myers, FL?

The average rent in Fort Myers, FL is $2,021. Start your search for apartments in Fort Myers, FL now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL is between $1,275 and $3,174. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers, FL now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL is between $1,275 and $3,498. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Fort Myers, FL is between $1,550 and $4,450. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Fort Myers, FL.

What type of rental buildings are in Fort Myers, FL?

In Fort Myers, 52% of the residents are renting compared to 48% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 16% of Fort Myers’s rentals, 67% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Fort Myers, FL?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Fort Myers are about 21 years old, on average. Of these, 61% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About 79% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 5% are mid-rises, and 0.8% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Fort Myers, FL?

Rental apartments in Fort Myers come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 2% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 35% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 48% of all rentals in Fort Myers. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Fort Myers, FL in the news

The Most Competitive Rental Markets in 2022: Miami Is Red Hot, While Competition in the Northeast Intensifies

Boasting a relatively high standard of living, Southwest Florida is the fourth most competitive rental market in the U.S. This corner of Florida is home to many welcoming cities, including Fort Myers, Sarasota, Cape Coral, Bradenton, Port Charlotte and Venice, all of which are great renting spots for people of all ages. Many of these locations have seen some of the highest shares of inbound migration in the past year, according to the latest Census population estimates.

Renter's guide to Fort Myers, FL

The palm tree-lined streets of Fort Myers, FL await you!

Be a part of the city's growth spurt. With new businesses thriving, new stores and restaurants opening every day, and gorgeous beaches, Fort Myers will not only become the best place you've ever lived, but the cost of living compared to many other communities means you will have more money to play with.

At 49 square-miles, the city is twice the size of Sarasota and only a few square miles smaller than Miami. Fort Myers residents are conveniently located about 45 miles from Naples, 75 miles from Sarasota, and 247 miles from Miami.

Imagine living in a city that Sperling’s Best Places rated the #1 Most Popular City for a Holiday. Then take a deep breath – the American Lung Association ranked Fort Myers the #1 Cleanest Metropolitan Area. And Forbes named it the #8 Best City for Teleworking.

The weather here can get very hot and humid during the summer, with temperatures climbing into the low 90s. Average winter temperatures are in the low 50s, although day time temperatures during the colder seasons still get into the 70s. On average, Fort Myers receives around 53 inches of rainfall annually.

Tips for renting in Fort Myers, FL

Ready to call the thriving city of Fort Myers your home? Here are a few renting tips for those interested in leasing here.

Florida and Lee County don't have rent control laws, which means the landlord of your Fort Myers apartment or rental property has the right to raise the rent at their discretion – once the lease period ends, of course.

While a landlord has to provide some basic services, air conditioning is not one of them. Since Florida doesn't require that you have air conditioning, even if your unit has AC and it breaks, your landlord isn't required to fix it.

Lease terms vary from place to place, so make sure to read through your lease so you know what's expected of you and your landlord.

Fort Myers, FL demographics

84,694Total Population
43,034 Female

41,660 Male
40.3Median Age

Fort Myers, FL has a population of 84,694 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 43,034 of Fort Myers’s residents are women and 41,660 are men. The median age of those who live in Fort Myers, FL is 40.3.

Living in Fort Myers, FL

U.S. News & World Report ranked Fort Myers #38 on their Best Places to Live.

The city offers beautiful weather, beaches, and unique dedications to two former residents: Henry Ford and Thomas Edison.

While Fort Myers is a marvelous place to call home, there are a few downsides. The heat and humidity can get awfully oppressive in the summertime. Also, the city's a major tourist destination, meaning you'll see a significant increase in pedestrian and street traffic during high season.

But business is booming and residents love calling Fort Myers home. Check out this beautiful city and all it has to offer.

Fort Myers, FL households

19,339 Family

13,774 Non-family
8,563 Children

24,550 No Children

33,113Total Number of Households
2.46Average People Per Household
$51,682Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 33,113 households in Fort Myers, FL. 19,339 are family households and 13,774 are non-family households. There are 8,563 households with children in Fort Myers and 24,550 households without children. On average, about 2.46 people live in a household in Fort Myers, FL.

Things to do in Fort Myers, FL

Centennial Park is a gorgeous area situated along the Caloosahatchee River and right in the heart of Fort Myers. This 10-acre park offers pavilions, picnic areas, a boat dock, and a fishing pier. Whether you want to enjoy some time with family or just take pictures of the beautiful scenery, you'll definitely want to make a visit.

On weekends, make your way to downtown Fort Myers. It’s quickly becoming a major hot spot, with new restaurants and coffee shops, boutique stores with unique gifts and clothing, along with festivals and street parties. There are many major events that take place here throughout the year, including the Edison Festival of Light, an annual commemoration of Thomas Edison’s accomplishments, which has been held in the city every February since 1938.

Fort Rock is another huge one. It's South Florida’s biggest rock festival and has featured some of the biggest names and bands within the genre over the years.

For sports fans, there's the City of Palms Classic, an annual high school basketball tournament. You never know which one of these teens will be a future NBA star.

Don't forget to take the kids to the Imaginarium Science Center. Here, you're find all sorts of fun exhibits, including 3D movies and touch tanks, where the little ones can get their hands on various exotic sea creatures.

The Edison & Ford Winter Estates feature a museum with many cool artifacts, botanical gardens, nine historic buildings, and more. Then there's the Southwest Florida Museum of History, which is another great spot for history enthusiasts who want to spend time learning about the history of Fort Myers and the rest of Florida.

Fort Myers, FL employment & economy

Fort Myers has a lower than average unemployment rate compared to the rest of the state.

Southwest Florida is home to many thriving industries, such as cleantech, life sciences, manufacturing, and more. Lee Memorial Health System, located in Fort Myers, is a major employer in the area, as is the Lee County School District.

Education in Fort Myers, FL

There are several colleges and universities located in Fort Myers, including the Florida Gulf Coast University, which is part of the State University System of Florida. U.S. News ranked FGCU as first-tier among Regional Universities in the southern U.S.

Other notable universities include private institutions like: Keiser University, Hodges University, and Florida SouthWestern State College.

As for secondary schools, the city is served by the Lee County School District, which includes Fort Myers Senior High School – one of the best in the country, according to Newsweek.

Fort Myers, FL education statistics

The level of education of the population of Fort Myers, FL is as follows: 7% have no high school education, 37% completed some high school, 21% partially completed college, 8% have an Associate Degree, 17% have a Bachelor Degree, and 10% have a Graduate Degree.

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