Bedroom count
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Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fort Lauderdale rent stands today
Fort Lauderdale, FL rent rose 4.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,824/month. Renters are paying $798 more per month on average than last year, continuing a climb that nearly reaches the peak of $2,900/month seen in mid-2024.
Vs. national rents
Fort Lauderdale runs roughly 1.45× the $1,950/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros. The market offers 1,749 total rentals, reflecting a moderate inventory size for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Fort Lauderdale rent for $1,800/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,900/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,800/month. Larger units reach $4,500/month for 3-bedrooms and $8,000/month for 4+ bedrooms. This range covers the main bedroom tiers available to renters.
Price ranges
Houses in Fort Lauderdale command a median rent of $3,850/month, compared to $2,300/month for apartments. This reflects a notable spread by property type within the city's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Fort Lauderdale
$2,823/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale is $2,823 per month as of June 2026. This is 45% above the national average rent, or $873 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fort Lauderdale
1,749
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fort Lauderdale rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Average rent prices in Fort Lauderdale have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rent prices in Fort Lauderdale vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fort Lauderdale is $2,300, whereas a house costs $3,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale run $1,849 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,650.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,800 | No Change | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $1,900 | No Change |  1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,800 | 2% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $4,500 | 2% | 17% | |
4 bedroom | $8,000 | 4% | 20% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central Beach | $4,225 | |
Downtown Fort Lauderdale | $3,427 | |
Flagler Heights | $2,690 | |
Galt Mile | $4,000 | |
Harbordale | $2,185 | |
Lake Ridge | $1,935 | |
Riverside Park | $1,850 | |
South Middle River | $2,425 | |
Tarpon River | $2,750 | |
Victoria Park | $2,658 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,300 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,800 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $3,850 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,212 | 11% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
17%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$8,000
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
20%
Victoria Park
Average rent
$2,658
Galt Mile
Average rent
$4,000
Central Beach
Average rent
$4,225
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Average rent
$3,427
South Middle River
Average rent
$2,425
Tarpon River
Average rent
$2,750
Lake Ridge
Average rent
$1,935
Flagler Heights
Average rent
$2,690
Harbordale
Average rent
$2,185
Riverside Park
Average rent
$1,850
Apartments
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$3,850
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,212
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fort Lauderdale, FL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fort Lauderdale
45%higher than the national median
74%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 17% lower than the median rent in Boca Raton, FL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$3,400
7%$2,300
1%$2,500
10%$2,492
4%$2,300
9%$2,590
5%$2,550
4%$2,850
7%$2,400
10%$2,700
2%$2,500
12%$2,500
4%Cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% higher |
| Groceries | 9% higher |
| Health | 13% lower |
| Housing | 76% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 2% higher |
Discover rentals in Fort Lauderdale, FL
2d ago
1401 Se 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Studio
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lake Aire - Palm View house for rent in Fort Lauderdale
2530 Nw 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
1 bed
0 baths
$985
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fort Lauderdale
Nw 105th Ave #NA, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33322
1 bed
1 bath
$1,095
House for rent
Available May 1
17h ago
2255 Ne 51st St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Nurmi Isles house for rent in Fort Lauderdale
24 Fiesta Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
5 beds
5.5 baths
$75,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Riviera Isles house for rent in Fort Lauderdale
620 Solar Isle Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
4 beds
5.5 baths
$52,000
House for rent
3d ago
Coral Ridge house for rent in Fort Lauderdale
2401 Ne 13th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
5 beds
5.5 baths
$50,000
House for rent
4d ago
Rio Vista house for rent in Fort Lauderdale
1528 Se 11th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
5 beds
5.5 baths
$50,000
House for rent
15h ago
Verified
673 Ne 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,313–$3,598
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
419 Se 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,802–$6,722
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
510 Se 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$5,042
Apartment for rent
13m ago
Verified
221 Sw 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Studio–3 beds
1–4 baths
$1,522–$8,172
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
673 Ne 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,313–$3,598
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
510 Se 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$5,042
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
400 Sw 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,176–$12,136
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1640 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,362–$3,873
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
510 Se 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$5,042
Apartment for rent
13m ago
Verified
221 Sw 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Studio–3 beds
1–4 baths
$1,522–$8,172
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Central Beach condo for rent in Fort Lauderdale
3 beds
3.5 baths
$12,000
$10,500
Price drop
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Harbordale condo for rent in Fort Lauderdale
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
$2,345
Price drop
Condo for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Fort Lauderdale, FL
Quick answers to common questions about the Fort Lauderdale rental market.
How much is rent in Fort Lauderdale?
The average rent in Fort Lauderdale is $2,823 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fort Lauderdale?
Average rent prices in Fort Lauderdale have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Fort Lauderdale rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fort Lauderdale is 45% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $873 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort Lauderdale?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale are Riverside Park ($1,850/mo), Lake Ridge ($1,935/mo), and Harbordale ($2,185/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fort Lauderdale?
To comfortably afford rent in Fort Lauderdale, you'd need to earn approximately $113,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,000 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,800 per month. These figures reflect the current pricing across the city's diverse neighborhoods and property types.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).