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Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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Rental Market Trends in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $2,258/month.
Rent in Fort Lauderdale is 36% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,258/month
Average Rent
708 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.8%
Change / Year
9,116
Available Apartments
Fort Lauderdale rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Fort Lauderdale average $1,976 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale average $2,258 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale average $2,913 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale average $4,437 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.8%, which averages out to $17 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Fort Lauderdale, FL
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
10%
$700 - $1,000/month
30%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
30%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale?
Based on current rent prices, Poinsettia Heights, Knoll Ridge and Coral Ridge Isles are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale?
Based on current rent prices, Harbour Isles of Fort Lauderdale, Rio Vista and Central Beach are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale.
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Which Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale with the most apartments available are Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Tarpon River and Flagler Heights .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Because the average rent in Fort Lauderdale is $2,258, you’ll want to make about $7,526 per month or $90,312 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 25.3% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Fort Lauderdale is 76.0% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,976 - $4,437. You can expect to pay 9.2% more for groceries, 2.1% more for utilities, and 2.3% more for transportation.
How does Fort Lauderdale, FL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Fort Lauderdale, FL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Fort Lauderdale Area GuideStudio
$1,463/month
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One Bedroom
$1,353/month
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Two Bedroom
$1,614/month
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Three Bedroom
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Wilton Manors
Avg Rent: $1,623/month
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Oakland Park
Avg Rent: $1,915/month
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Lauderdale Lakes
Avg Rent: $1,776/month
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Lauderhill
Avg Rent: $1,689/month
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Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Avg Rent: $1,718/month
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Dania
Avg Rent: $1,125/month
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Dania Beach
Avg Rent: $2,353/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Fort Lauderdale?
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale is $2,258 per month, which is 35.6% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Fort Lauderdale?
The average rent for a house in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $4,846 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Fort Lauderdale?
The average rent for a townhome in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $2,727 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Fort Lauderdale?
The average rent for a condo in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $2,231 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Fort Lauderdale?
Rents in Fort Lauderdale, FL are decreasing, with prices down 0.8% year-over-year and $17 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Fort Lauderdale?
In Fort Lauderdale, FL, 30% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.