Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Fort Lauderdale Neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL from $400 (114 Rentals)

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property at 1045 SE 15th St

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1045 SE 15th St

Fort LauderdaleFL33316
property at 1307 SW 18th Ct

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1307 SW 18th Ct

Fort LauderdaleFL33315
property at 1034 NW 1st Ave

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1034 NW 1st Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33311

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property at 811 NE 14th Pl

$1,650

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

811 NE 14th Pl

Fort LauderdaleFL33304

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property at 1405 Miami Rd

$1,699 - $1,950

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1405 Miami Rd

Fort LauderdaleFL33316
property at 615 SW 4th Ave

$1,730

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

615 SW 4th Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33315

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property at 1900 NE 8th Ct

$1,695 - $2,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1900 NE 8th Ct

Fort LauderdaleFL33304
property at 900 NE 18th Ave

$1,700 - $1,900

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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900 NE 18th Ave

Fort LauderdaleFL33304

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Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Fort Lauderdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale area of Fort Lauderdale, FL is a Studio unit found at 100 Isle of Venice Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 priced from $1,425. Riverside Manor/N'ice Apartments - 889 Riverside Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Downtown Fort Lauderdale apartments for rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
100 Isle of Venice Ft. Lauderdale, FL 333010BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,425
Riverside Manor/N'ice Apartments - 889 Riverside Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 333121BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
622 NE 14th Ave Ft. Lauderdale, FL 333041BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
75 SW 10th St Ft. Lauderdale, FL 333151BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
La Siesta Apartments I LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
1227 NE 5th Ter2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, FL

As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown 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 Downtown 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
1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 5041033 NE 17th Way3BR,3.5BA$1.70
1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 16041033 NE 17th Way3BR,3BA$1.91
725 NW 4th Ave, Unit Unit3725 NW 4th Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
1227 NE 5th Ter2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Sun Harbour Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.80
1244 NE 5th Ter2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
1407 Holly Heights Dr, Unit 31407 Holly Heights Dr2BR,1BA$2.12
217 SW 11th Ct, Unit #2217 SW 11th Ct1BR,1BA$2.12

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Fort Lauderdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Fort Lauderdale?

There are currently 2025 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, FL with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $37,834. There are also 683 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Fort Lauderdale ranging from $450 to $75,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Fort Lauderdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Fort Lauderdale ranges from $450 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $23,665.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Fort Lauderdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Fort Lauderdale range from $1,635 to $27,547, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,790.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!