Average Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL
17 apartment buildings, 191 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FLCheapest
$1,750/mo
515 Apartments
Properties
17
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Units
191
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 17 properties in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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Fort Lauderdale, FL Rent Prices
All 17 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
515 Apartments
515 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
Berkshire Lauderdale by the Sea Apartments
2400 NE 65th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
Emera Port Royale
3333 Port Royale Dr S, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
Oaklyn
3333 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33306, USA
Avalon Fort Lauderdale
410 SE 16th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
Ora Flagler Village
673 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
Solle Davie Apartments
5500 S University Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 515 Apartments 515 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA | $1,750 | $1,800 | $3.16/ft² | -- | 2 |
| 2 | Berkshire Lauderdale by the Sea Apartments 2400 NE 65th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA | $1,924 as of Oct 2 | $2,422 | $2.45/ft² | 4.3 (230) | 27 |
| 3 | Emera Port Royale 3333 Port Royale Dr S, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA | $2,067 | $2,757 | $3.23/ft² | 4 (509) | 43 |
| 4 | Oaklyn 3333 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33306, USA | $2,073 | $2,676 | $3.87/ft² | 4.3 (181) | 39 |
| 5 | Avalon Fort Lauderdale 410 SE 16th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA | $2,075 | $2,420 | $2.69/ft² | 4.4 (174) | 18 |
| 6 | Ora Flagler Village 673 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA | $2,089 | $2,651 | $2.88/ft² | 4.6 (255) | 20 |
| 7 | Solle Davie Apartments 5500 S University Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328, USA | $2,148 | $2,573 | $2.65/ft² | 4.2 (275) | 22 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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515 Apartments
515 SE 9th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
Berkshire Lauderdale by the Sea Apartments
4.3 (230)2400 NE 65th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
Emera Port Royale
4 (509)3333 Port Royale Dr S, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
Oaklyn
4.3 (181)3333 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33306, USA
Avalon Fort Lauderdale
4.4 (174)410 SE 16th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
Ora Flagler Village
4.6 (255)673 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
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Fort Lauderdale, FL neighborhoods
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Fort Lauderdale, FL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $2,819 per month, based on 191 units across 17 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,750 at 515 Apartments to $6,908 at Laureat.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,388/mo | $2,073/mo | 20 |
| 1 Bed | $2,476/mo | $1,750/mo | 93 |
| 2 Bed | $3,214/mo | $2,457/mo | 68 |
| 3 Bed | $4,185/mo | $2,855/mo | 10 |
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Building Economics
How much do Fort Lauderdale, FL apartments earn?
The 5 buildings we can estimate generate about $4.4M in rental revenue per month ($52M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Emera Port Royale | $1.3M/mo | $2,757 / $2,506 | 92% | 555 |
| 2.Laureat | $1.2M/mo | $4,282 / $3,865 | 96% | 327 |
| 3.The Manor at Flagler Village | $993K/mo | $2,763 / $2,727 | 95% | 382 |
| 4.Oaklyn | $594K/mo | $2,676 / $2,516 | 86% | 275 |
| 5.The Exchange Lofts | $286K/mo | $3,065 / $3,408 | 97% | 87 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL averages $2,476/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $3,214/mo. At the local median household income of $79,935, that works out to 42% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL at $1,776/mo. The current tracked market average runs 59% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Fort Lauderdale, FL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Fort Lauderdale
Demand in the Fort Lauderdale rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- American Express
- AutoNation
- Citrix Systems
- Memorial Healthcare System
Mean one-way commute in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 27 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$113,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,819/mo.
Comfortable income
$135,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,750/mo), you need to earn at least $70,000/year.
Median household income in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $79,935 , about 41% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Overall prices in Fort Lauderdale, FL runs above the national average by about 12% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.1, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Fort Lauderdale, FL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,819 |
| Utilities | $673 |
| Groceries | $550 |
| Transportation | $1,605 |
| Healthcare | $783 |
| Other goods and services | $1,253 |
| Estimated total | $7,684/mo |
Population
183,032
Median household income
$79,935
Census median rent
$1,776/mo
Census rent burden
34.1%
Median age
42.9
Mean commute
27 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Florida
How Fort Lauderdale, FL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Fort Lauderdale, FL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | $2,940 | +4% | -8.5% | 39 |
| Tampa, FL | $2,669 | -5% | -3.4% | 27 |
| Orlando, FL | $2,111 | -25% | -3.5% | 24 |
| Bradenton, FL | $1,778 | -37% | +4.2% | 23 |
| Winter Haven, FL | $1,515 | -46% | -3.7% | 21 |
| Apopka, FL | $1,698 | -40% | -8.7% | 20 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $2,819 per month, based on 191 units across 17 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The median asking rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $2,733 per month, computed from 191 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,819/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The lowest available rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL starts at $1,750 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
1-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FL average $2,476/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,750/mo across 93 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
2-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FL average $3,214/mo. Units start from $2,457/mo across 68 units currently listed.
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