Average Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL
16 apartment buildings, 277 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$1,868/mo
Oaklyn
Properties
16
tracked daily
Units
277
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 16 properties in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Fort Lauderdale, FL Rent Prices
All 16 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Oaklyn
3333 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33306, USA
Emera Port Royale
3333 Port Royale Dr S, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
Berkshire Lauderdale by the Sea Apartments
2400 NE 65th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
The Registry Las Olas
419 SE 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Avalon Fort Lauderdale
410 SE 16th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
The Manor at Flagler Village
501 NE 5th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Ora Flagler Village
673 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oaklyn 3333 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33306, USA | $1,868 | $2,562 | $4.05 | 4.3 (181) | 32 |
| 2 | Emera Port Royale 3333 Port Royale Dr S, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA | $1,952 | $1,952 | $1.02 | 4 (509) | 2 |
| 3 | Berkshire Lauderdale by the Sea Apartments 2400 NE 65th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA | $2,052 | $2,447 | $2.55 | 4.3 (230) | 19 |
| 4 | The Registry Las Olas 419 SE 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA | $2,092 | $3,622 | $4.13 | 4.8 (289) | 27 |
| 5 | Avalon Fort Lauderdale 410 SE 16th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA | $2,118 | $2,511 | $2.78 | 4.4 (174) | 12 |
| 6 | The Manor at Flagler Village 501 NE 5th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA | $2,214 | $2,585 | $3.10 | 4.1 (366) | 15 |
| 7 | Ora Flagler Village 673 NE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA | $2,286 | $2,731 | $2.93 | 4.6 (255) | 10 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Oaklyn
4.3 (181)3333 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33306, USA
Emera Port Royale
4 (509)3333 Port Royale Dr S, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
Berkshire Lauderdale by the Sea Apartments
4.3 (230)2400 NE 65th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
The Registry Las Olas
4.8 (289)419 SE 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
Avalon Fort Lauderdale
4.4 (174)410 SE 16th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
The Manor at Flagler Village
4.1 (366)501 NE 5th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, 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 $3,372 per month, based on 277 units across 16 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,868 at Oaklyn to $9,118 at Alluvion Las Olas.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,462/mo | $1,868/mo | 66 |
| 1 Bed | $2,774/mo | $1,952/mo | 97 |
| 2 Bed | $3,689/mo | $2,507/mo | 98 |
| 3 Bed | $4,691/mo | $3,047/mo | 16 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL averages $2,774/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $3,689/mo. At the local median household income of $79,935, that works out to 51% 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 90% 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
$135,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,372/mo.
Comfortable income
$162,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,868/mo), you need to earn at least $75,000/year.
Median household income in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $79,935 , about 51% 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) | $3,372 |
| Utilities | $673 |
| Groceries | $550 |
| Transportation | $1,605 |
| Healthcare | $783 |
| Other goods and services | $1,253 |
| Estimated total | $8,237/mo |
Population
183,032
Median household income
$79,935
Census median rent
$1,776/mo
Rent as % of income
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.
Compare
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 | $3,214 | -5% | +0.2% | 36 |
| Tampa, FL | $2,841 | -16% | -1.1% | 27 |
| Orlando, FL | $2,123 | -37% | +3% | 24 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $1,736 | -49% | +2.7% | 21 |
| Apopka, FL | $1,889 | -44% | +6.2% | 19 |
| Bradenton, FL | $1,693 | -50% | -1.6% | 17 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $3,372 per month, based on 277 units across 16 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 $3,168 per month, computed from 277 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $3,372/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 $1,868 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 $2,774/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,952/mo across 97 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
2-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FL average $3,689/mo. Units start from $2,507/mo across 98 units currently listed.
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