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Fort Lauderdale Overview

Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a beautiful ocean front city on the southeastern coast of Florida. Located just north of Miami, this city is known for it’s beautiful beaches, yachting, and a hot spring break destination. More than that it is home to over 165,000 people who enjoy its bright weather, diversity, and opportunity year round. With plenty of options for apartments in Fort Lauderdale, finding your new home here is easy.

What is the history of Fort Lauderdale?

While the Fort Lauderdale area has been inhabited for over 4,000 years, development of the city did not begin until the Florida East Coast Railroad built tracks through the area in the 1890s. The United States built a stockade called Fort Lauderdale in 1838 during the Second Seminole War and the city, when it was incorporated in 1911 was named for this fort. During the Second World War, the US Navy built a major base, as did the Coast Guard. Following the war, many servicemen and their families returned to the area, creating the city’s first major population boom.

How is the weather in Fort Lauderdale?

Fort Lauderdale is known for year round bright sunny weather. The region is prone to short bursts of rain that rarely affect the otherwise perfect weather. Hurricane season runs from June to November, with the risk peaking in September and October. Residents and businesses build their properties with this risk in mind and each season top tips to protect your homes from the weather are published by local media and FEMA.

How do I get around town?

Most residents of Fort Lauderdale drive, although the city offers accessible and thorough public transport system including buses, Tri-Rail, taxis, ride shares, and Water Taxis. The city also offers bike rental scheme where residents and guests can rent bicycles to travel around, picking up bikes at one docking station and returning them to another. 

What is the Fort Lauderdale commute like?

Interstate 95 is Interstate 595 borders the main highway running north south in Fort Lauderdale and the city on the south. More than 125,000 residents of Broward County commute south to Miami for work every day, which results in heavy rush hour traffic but outside of those hours barring bad weather, construction, or accidents traffic typically flows smoothly. The Tri-Rail offers an alternative, providing quick rail service from Fort Lauderdale to Miami where residents can pick up the Miami-Dade Metro Rail service to their final destination.

What are the local media outlets?

Fort Lauderdale is home to the Sun Sentinel, the local daily newspaper as well as sharing local affiliate stations for the major national networks with Miami. There are radio stations for every taste ranging from classical, to pop and alternative, to country and Spanish language stations.

Why live in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

Living in Fort Lauderdale is like living in paradise. With over 250 sunny days a year, this city offers ample opportunities to get outside and enjoy the environment. The beaches are sandy and plentiful and the city is close to the Everglades National Park. It also has a fantastic food scene with restaurants and bars for all tastes. Shoppers can visit shopping centers including the Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, Sawgrass Mills, the Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop, and more. Whatever your hobbies or tastes, Fort Lauderdale has something for you.

What Fort Lauderdale landmarks should I see?

While there is no longer a fort, the city offers plenty of landmarks including Bonnet House, Stranahan House, Los Olas Boulevard, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and the International Swimming Hall of Fame. Bonnet House, home to the Fort Lauderdale Historical Society, has been converted into a museum to share the history of the area with visitors. Los Olas Boulevard is a great place to see the ‘Main Street’ of Fort Lauderdale while window-shopping, people watching, and grabbing a quick bite.

What is there to do around Fort Lauderdale?

Fort Lauderdale is known for its healthy and active residents. Many people enjoy outdoor activities such as running, swimming, and even beach yoga year round. The yachting and boating community is huge here and there are opportunities to embrace your inner Hemmingway on a deep sea fishing excursion.

Any annual festivals or Fort Lauderdale events to know?

Fort Lauderdale hosts festivals year round ranging from the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival to renaissance fairs. There is an annual arts festival each January near Los Olas Boulevard. The Sistrunk Parade and Festival takes place every February to celebrate the citizens of African descent. Sunfest is a five-day music and art festival held on the waterfront annually. Whatever your interest or taste, there are events for you to enjoy in Fort Lauderdale.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

When you live in paradise, it’s hard to imagine wanting to get away, but we all need a break from our day-to-day lives every now and then. Fort Lauderdale has easy access to two international airports, which makes getting away easy. For residents who want to stay closer to home, the Florida Keys offer a relaxing get-a-way and an island life experience in just a four hour drive.

Where is the best place to move in Fort Lauderdale?

There are more than 60 different neighborhoods and communities to choose from in Fort Lauderdale. Some popular and growing neighborhoods in the city include Victoria Park, Rio Vista, and the Isles. Victoria Park has benefited from the regeneration of the downtown Fort Lauderdale area. With a mixture of old homes and new developments, this neighborhood is vibrant and busy with easy access to beaches and shopping with a diverse community. Rio Vista is a great place to raise a family. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, Rio Vista has ample opportunities for sailing and enjoying the outdoors. The Isles is often called the Venice of America because of the many inland waterways that traverse this area. This is an affluent area where many people dock their yachts and sailboats, with several residing on their boats.

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Getting Around Fort Lauderdale, FL

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Lauderdale

How much are Studio apartments in Fort Lauderdale?

There are currently 367 Studio Apartments in Fort Lauderdale with rent ranges from $750 to $5,013 with an average price of $2,239.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Fort Lauderdale Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Fort Lauderdale ranges from $1,064 to $7,770 with an average monthly rent of $2,563.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Lauderdale cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Fort Lauderdale range from $1,278 to $16,143. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,102.

How expensive are Fort Lauderdale Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 355 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Fort Lauderdale on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,464 to $16,907 - averaging $4,078 for the location.

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