
Median Price
$475,000
Avg. Days on Market
35
YoY Price Change
+3.6%
Market Trend
Stable
About Fort Lauderdale
Known as the Venice of America for its canal system, Fort Lauderdale offers waterfront living at price points below Miami. A revitalized downtown, strong hospitality industry, and beach lifestyle draw both residents and investors.
What Makes It Stand Out
- 300+ miles of navigable waterways
- Major cruise port
- Revitalized downtown and arts district
- Beach lifestyle at lower prices than Miami
Lifestyle
Living in Fort Lauderdale
Walkability & Transit
Walk
Transit
Bike
Local Amenities
- Las Olas Boulevard dining & boutiques
- 26 miles of beach & Intracoastal Waterway
- Broward Health & Cleveland Clinic Florida
- Galleria Fort Lauderdale & Sawgrass Mills shopping
Cost of Living
100 = National Average
Overall
115/ 100
Housing
148/ 100
Groceries
105/ 100
Transportation
102/ 100
Education
Schools in Fort Lauderdale
Broward County Public Schools
Elementary
Middle
High
Neighborhoods
Where to Live in Fort Lauderdale

Upscale walkable
Las Olas
The city's signature boulevard with dining and galleries.

Central & quiet
Victoria Park
Established residential area near downtown.

Coastal casual
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Beach town feel with direct ocean access.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Local Insight
Broker Tips for Fort Lauderdale
For Buyers
Waterfront doesn't always mean ocean. Canal-front homes offer boating access at a fraction of oceanfront prices.
For Sellers
Drone video showcasing water access is a must. Fort Lauderdale buyers are looking for the lifestyle — show it.
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