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7708 NW 38th Ave

4920 NW 54th St

4440 NW 15th Ave

1568 NE 45th St, Unit C

4440 NW 15th Ave

4180 NW 11th Ave

4100 Galt Ocean Dr, Unit Roommate for 2-2, Unit Roommate for 2-2

220 NE 41st St, Unit 4, Unit 4

465 S Fig Tree Ln
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5000 NW 36th St, Unit 506, Unit 506

133 SW 5th Ct, Unit B

2804 NW 7th Ct

5354 NE 6th Ave

6350 NW 62nd St

2804 NW 7th Ct

4804 NW 49th Ct

4047 NW 16th St

2861 Somerset Dr

3001 NW 48th Ave
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4271 NW 5th St

3531 NW 50th Ave

348 S Federal Hwy

3251 SW 44th St

720 NE 11th Ave, Unit 2

717 NW 14th Terrace, Unit 1

6021 NW 61st Ave

2060 NW 48th Terrace

4299 NW 16th St

4881 NW 22nd St
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4851 NW 21st St

2850 Somerset Dr, Unit 105L, Unit 105L

741 NW 3rd Ave

1035 - 1037-1037 NE 32nd St, Unit TQR

465 SW 59th Ave

4421 NW 16th St

4251 NW 5th St

4848 NW 24th Ct

3141 NW 47th Terrace

4251 NW 5th St, Unit 125, Unit 125
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1431 SW 44th Terrace, Unit 3

6091 NW 61st Ave

4141 NW 26th St

3670 Inverrary Dr

5156 NE 6th Ave

4731 NW 10th Ct

1133 NE 15th Ave

6150 NW 62nd St

4191 NW 41st St

374 Sunshine Dr
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Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Fort Lauderdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,931 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Lauderdale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,859 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Lauderdale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,875 | $2,375 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Lauderdale 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,209 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Lauderdale 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $36,581 | $3,595 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Lauderdale 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $40,975 | $5,250 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pricing Updated: 05/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area range in price from $850 to $30,434 with an overall median price of $8,884. The three Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Broadview Park at $1,400, Playland Village at $1,495, and Sunset at $1,425. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fort Lauderdale Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadview Park | $1,450 | $1,400 | 4 |
| Playland Village | $2,127 | $1,495 | 15 |
| Sunset | $2,150 | $1,425 | 1 |
| Boulevard Woods South | $2,250 | $925 | 101 |
| Hawaiian Gardens | $2,275 | $925 | 30 |
| Lauderdale Oaks | $2,364 | $925 | 46 |
| Carishoca | $2,375 | $1,155 | 102 |
| Cypress Chase | $2,375 | $925 | 48 |
| Courts of Inverrary | $2,450 | $925 | 78 |
| Downtown Lauderdale Lakes | $2,488 | $1,450 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Fort Lauderdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Lauderdale, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at 5226 NW 24th Ct in the Inverrary neighborhood priced from $925. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5226 NW 24th Ct | Beautiful and Peaceful | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Cypress Grove | The Palm | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Chateau Mar Golf Resort Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Community Acres | The Tarpon | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Gulfstream at Dania Beach | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1,207 |
| River Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Cross Creek Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,340 |
| ACS 716 LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Lauderdale area is the $1.70 price per square foot 1033 NE 17th Way Model at 1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 504 in the in the Downtown Fort Lauderdale neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Fort Lauderdale apartment is the Jasmine Model at Orchid Grove Townhomes starting at $2,795 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Boulevard Park Isles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Lauderdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 504 | 1033 NE 17th Way | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.70 |
| Orchid Grove Townhomes | Jasmine | 3BR,3BA | $1.67 |
| 4211 NE 13th Ave, Unit East | 4211 NE 13th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Landmark Towers | Bermuda 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Avondale Gardens Apartments | 1/1 Available | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Sun Harbour Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Prospect Park | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Aqua 2800 | THE PANINA | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 230 NE 41st St, Unit 2 | 230 NE 41st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 5226 NW 24th Ct | Clean & Comfortable Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Fort Lauderdale?
There are currently 4302 Apartments for Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL with pricing that ranges from $925 to $30,288. There are also 2068 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fort Lauderdale ranging from $825 to $85,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fort Lauderdale?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fort Lauderdale ranges from $825 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $18,703.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fort Lauderdale?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fort Lauderdale range from $1,617 to $14,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $28,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,375 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,950.
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