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property at 3458 Capri Dr

3458 Capri Dr

Fort LauderdaleFL33312
property at 633 NW 15th Ave

633 NW 15th Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33311
property at 2300 NW 6th St

2300 NW 6th St

Fort LauderdaleFL33311

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property at 5910 NE 18th Ave

5910 NE 18th Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33334
property at 4841 SW 45th Ave

4841 SW 45th Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33314

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property at 1500 SW 5th Pl

1500 SW 5th Pl

Fort LauderdaleFL33312
property at 1437 NE 56th St

1437 NE 56th St

Fort LauderdaleFL33334

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property at 5741 SW 24th Ave

5741 SW 24th Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33312
property at 400 SE 31st St

400 SE 31st St

Fort LauderdaleFL33316

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Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pricing Updated: 11/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area range in price from $221 to $23,904 with an overall median price of $5,726. The three Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Carishoca at $1,155, Cambridge Park at $1,300, and Cypress Chase at $1,350. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Lauderdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Carishoca$2,175$1,155191
Cambridge Park$2,250$1,30051
Cypress Chase$2,250$1,35098
Downtown Lauderdale Lakes$2,250$1,30071
Lauderdale Oaks$2,250$1,155110
Lauderhill$2,250$1,155238
Northgate$2,250$1,35048
Somerset$2,250$1,15548
Playland Village$2,261$1,40042
Hawaiian Gardens$2,275$1,35062

Cheapest Available Fort Lauderdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Lauderdale, FL is a 3 Beds unit found at Broward Gardens in the Lauderdale Manors neighborhood priced from $598. Cypress Grove in the Somerset neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,155. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Lauderdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broward GardensSapphire3BR,1BA$598
Cypress GroveThe PalmStudio,1BA$1,155
Regal Trace Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,187
Gulfstream at Dania Beach2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Corner2BR,1BA$1,207
The Oasis by RAM ApartmentsStudio - 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,250
RAM Pompano Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,264
Cross Creek ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL

As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Lauderdale area is the $0.70 price per square foot 1913 Riverside Dr Model at 1913 Riverside Dr, Unit 1-3 in the in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Fort Lauderdale apartment is the 701 SW 15th Ave Model at 701 SW 15th Ave, Unit 1-4 starting at $1,750 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Lauderdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1913 Riverside Dr, Unit 1-31913 Riverside Dr2BR,1BA$0.70
701 SW 15th Ave, Unit 1-4701 SW 15th Ave2BR,1BA$0.57
2016 NE 14th Ct, Unit A2016 NE 14th Ct1BR,1BA$0.82
1827 N Dixie Hwy, Unit 31827 N Dixie Hwy1BR,1BA$0.87
1244 NW 2nd Ave, Unit 01244 NW 2nd Ave1BR,1BA$1.27
1118 NW 2nd Ave, Unit 11181118 NW 2nd Ave1BR,1BA$1.24
5310 NW 22nd St, Unit 53105310 NW 22nd St2BR,1BA$1.50
4117 SW 24th St4117 SW 24th St2BR,1BA$1.54
Avondale Gardens Apartments1/1 Available1BR,1BA$1.30
1227 NE 5th Ter2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60

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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.

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.

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Population: 182,595

Ranked #140

in US Census Population by City

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Lauderdale Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fort Lauderdale?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Lauderdale is under $1,300.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest apartment in Fort Lauderdale is Regal Trace Apartments which is listed at $1,187, while the average apartment in Fort Lauderdale costs $5,726.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Lauderdale?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2,938 regular apartments in Fort Lauderdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fort Lauderdale?

Cheap apartments in Fort Lauderdale have an average cost of $623 which is $5,103 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Lauderdale.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.