Last updated on September 14, 2026

Average rent in
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Fort Lauderdale rent stands today

    Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,700/month. Month-over-month rent is also essentially unchanged, showing stability in the market.

  • Fort Lauderdale rents run roughly 42.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median. With 1,522 total rentals available, it remains a pricier coastal metro for renters.

  • Price ranges

    Studios rent for about $1,698/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,825/month, and 2-bedrooms at the city median of $2,700/month. Houses command a median of $3,750/month while apartments sit at $2,060/month, showing distinct price tiers by property type.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Nurmi Isles rents rose 152.5% year over year to $12,500/month across 12 rentals, contrasting with Las Olas Isles where rents fell 57.3% to $8,000/month. These neighborhoods diverge widely from the flat citywide market.

Median rent

Median rent in Fort Lauderdale

$2,700/mo

Flat

vs previous year

The average rent in Fort Lauderdale is $2,700 per month as of September 2026. This is 42% above the national average rent, or $800 more per month.

$1.89

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Fort Lauderdale

1,522

for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Fort Lauderdale rentals at each price point

55%41%28%14%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Average rent prices in Fort Lauderdale have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same 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 $2,060, whereas a house costs $3,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Lauderdale run $1,750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,300.

Listings

Studio

$1,697

No Change

6%

1 bedroom

$1,825

2%

3%

2 bedroom

$2,700

1%

4%

3 bedroom

$4,425

2%

6%

4 bedroom

$7,500

1%

4%

Studio

Average rent

$1,697

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

6%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,825

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,700

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$4,425

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

6%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$7,500

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

4%

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

Median rent price$2,700
increased by42%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$3,350
increased by76%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 19% lower than the median rent in Boca Raton, FL.

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 & Services5% higher
Groceries9% higher
Health13% lower
Housing76% higher
Transportation2% higher
Utilities2% higher

Discover rentals in Fort Lauderdale, FL

1401 SE 15th St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8

Very good

1401 SE 15th St

1401 Se 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Studio

1 bath

$800

2530 Nw 17th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Lake Aire - Palm View house for rent in Fort Lauderdale

Residential Lease, Fort Lauderdale, FL

2530 Nw 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

1 bed

0 baths

$985

1050 Nw 25th Ave #0 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Dillard Park house for rent in Fort Lauderdale

Residential Lease, Fort Lauderdale, FL

1050 Nw 25th Ave #0, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

1 bed

1 bath

$1,000

5d+ ago

Dillard Park house for rent in Fort Lauderdale

Residential Lease, Fort Lauderdale, FL

2300 Nw 15th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

4 beds

1 bath

$1,000

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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 $2,700 per month as of September 12, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Fort Lauderdale?

Average rent prices in Fort Lauderdale have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

How does Fort Lauderdale rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Fort Lauderdale is 42% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $800 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fort Lauderdale?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Lauderdale are Middle River Terrace ($1,875/mo), Lake Ridge ($1,895/mo), and Harbordale ($2,000/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 $108,000/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?

December offers the best timing for apartment hunting in Fort Lauderdale, with the lowest rents of the year and less competition from other renters. February typically sees the highest rents, with about a 9% difference between peak and low seasons.

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).

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