Living here · 2020–2024 ACS
Home values and rent in Fort Lauderdale
Census survey estimates for the city, not current asking prices or a quote for any particular home.
Median home value
$486,700
Median gross rent
$1,854 / month
Median household income
$83,130 / year
Compare the same reporting period
| Measure | Fort Lauderdale | Florida | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home value | $486,700 | $359,000 | $332,700 |
| Gross rent / month | $1,854 | $1,669 | $1,413 |
| Household income / year | $83,130 | $74,568 | $80,734 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 54.1% | 67.2% | 65.2% |
Ownership snapshot
54.1% of occupied homes are owner occupied. Median monthly owner costs are $2,679 with a mortgage and $1,122 without a mortgage.
Explore rent and affordability →Before renting or buying in Fort Lauderdale
Compare downtown condos, established residential streets and coastal or canal-front homes by the exact property, not just the ZIP. Ask about flood and windstorm coverage, association fees, special assessments, parking, utilities and maintenance before comparing monthly costs.
A seller’s tax bill is not a reliable estimate of your future bill. Broward’s Property Appraiser explains that a change in ownership can reset assessed value and increase taxes; use its tax estimator and check exemption eligibility.
Broward County Property Appraiser · buyer guidanceFor public school assignments, use the district’s address and grade-level lookup rather than neighborhood or ZIP labels.
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