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North Fort Myers

Pop. 44,993·275th most expensive in Florida·North Fort Myers rents have dropped 12.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,590/mo
Year-over-Year
-12.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
-$375
Falling (Monthly)
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North Fort Myers · $1,590
More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
79/100
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Rents are 15% below what North Fort Myers's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,590/mo
Expected by trend
$1,861/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,200
1 BR
$1,200
2 BR
$1,510
3 BR
$1,980
4 BR+
$2,250
Research median
$1,510/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,080/yr
At $1,590/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 12.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-12.8% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Fort Myers, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
44,993
Median income
$56,261
Median age
63.4
Renters
14.3%
Age distribution
14.6%
17.6%
45.8%
Under 1811.2%
18–3410.8%
35–5414.6%
55–6417.6%
65+45.8%
Gender
48%
52%
Male48%
Female52%
Race & ethnicity
84.1%
12.7%
White84.1%
Black1%
Hispanic12.7%
Asian1.2%
Other1%
Education (25+)
32.8%
34.4%
21.6%
No HS diploma11.1%
HS diploma32.8%
Some college34.4%
Bachelor's+21.6%
Housing tenure
85.7%
14.3%
Owner85.7%
Renter14.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How North Fort Myers, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,731 → $1,590
down 8.1%
Income
$50,177 → $56,261
up 12.1%
Population
41,551 → 44,993
up 8.3%
Renter share
16.4% → 14.3%
-2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
19.2% → 21.6%
+2.4 pts

Five years ago, renters in North Fort Myers, FL paid around $1,731 a month. That figure now sits near $1,590, down 8.1% from the 2023 baseline. Median household income climbed from $50,177 to $56,261 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.1% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show North Fort Myers, FL adding about 3,442 residents over the five-year window, up 8.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 16.4% to 14.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 19.2% to 21.6% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in North Fort Myers, FL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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About renting in North Fort Myers, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Fort Myers is $1,590/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,200/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,200/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,980/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($56,261/yr), North Fort Myers ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 12.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Fort Myers an affordable city for renters?

North Fort Myers is considered moderate for renters. At $1,590/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($56,261/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Fort Myers slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in North Fort Myers?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,590/mo in North Fort Myers. The local median household income is $56,261/yr, meaning the typical North Fort Myers household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Fort Myers?

Rent in North Fort Myers has decreased 12.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which North Fort Myers neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in North Fort Myers are 33903 ($1,591/mo), and 33917 ($1,730/mo). Citywide, the median rent in North Fort Myers is $1,590/mo.

How does North Fort Myers rent compare to other cities in Florida?

North Fort Myers is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #275 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,590/mo.

What percentage of North Fort Myers residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.3% of North Fort Myers households are renters, while 85.7% are owner-occupied. North Fort Myers leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Fort Myers rent compare to the national average?

North Fort Myers's median rent of $1,590/mo is $375 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #275 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,590/mo, rent takes ~34% of North Fort Myers's median household income ($56,261/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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