What is the average apartment size in Fort Myers?

The average size for a Fort Myers, FL apartment is 1,009 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Fort Myers?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Fort Myers is $1,741 per month, a 3.41% decrease from last years average of $1,802.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Fort Myers?

In Fort Myers, studios rent for $1,275 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,542 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,775 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,186 per month

What is the average apartment size in Fort Myers?

The typical apartment in Fort Myers offers about 1,009 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Fort Myers?

Studio apartments in Fort Myers average 544 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 767 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,102 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,365 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Myers?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Myers include Palm Lee ($1,488/month), Winkler ($1,588/month), and Dunbar ($1,605/month), all below the citywide average of $1,741.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Myers?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Myers are Arborwood ($1,867/month), Forum ($1,912/month), and Sunset - Edison ($1,971/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Fort Myers, FL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Fort Myers?

The typical rent budget in Fort Myers ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 52% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Fort Myers?

In Fort Myers, 51% of households rent while 49% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 22, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Fort Myers is $1,741, a 3.41% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,802.

Studio Apartments at $1,275 offer the most budget-friendly option with 544 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 767 square feet for $1,542, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,775 offer 1,102 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,365 sq ft) for $2,186, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Fort Myers, FL

Last updated: February 22, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,741	1,009 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,275	544 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,542	767 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,775	1,102 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,186	1,365 sq. ft.

Fort Myers, FL rent trends

Rental prices in Fort Myers, FL have decreased by 3.41% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,802 to $1,741.

What's the typical rent budget in Fort Myers, FL?

The largest share of rentals in Fort Myers, FL (52%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Fort Myers, FL?

18,439 or 51% of the households in Fort Myers, FL are renter-occupied while 17,992 or 49% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Myers?

Palm Lee $1,488/month

Winkler $1,588/month

Dunbar $1,605/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,741/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Myers?

Arborwood $1,867/month

Forum $1,912/month

Sunset - Edison $1,971/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Fort Myers, FL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Sunset - Edison	$1,971
Forum	$1,912
Arborwood	$1,867
Edgewood - Morningside	$1,860
Estero Bay Park	$1,774
Omni - Heritage Palms	$1,763
Eastwood Village	$1,751
Dunbar	$1,605
Winkler	$1,588
Palm Lee	$1,488

Fort Myers | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arborwood is 16% higher than in Dunbar

$1,867

Arborwood rent is 7% higher than Fort Myers average

Average Rent $1,867

$1,605

Dunbar rent is 8% lower than Fort Myers average

Average Rent $1,605

How Fort Myers Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Fort Myers	$1,741
Jacksonville	$1,489
Cape Coral	$1,691
Kissimmee	$1,813
Tampa	$1,997
Miami	$2,710
North Port	$1,715
Lakeland	$1,507
Orlando	$1,793
Port St. Lucie	$2,146
St. Petersburg	$2,007
Estero, FL	$2,326
Bonita Springs, FL	$2,251
Englewood, FL	$1,585
Naples, FL	$1,837
Sebring, FL	$1,148

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Fort Myers apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.