Cheap Homes for Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL from $300 (454 Rentals)

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property at 605 NE 27th St

$375

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$375

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$375

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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605 NE 27th St

Wilton ManorsFL33334
property at 1551 NW 6th St

$825

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$825

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$825

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1551 NW 6th St, Unit 6

1551 NW 6th St
Fort LauderdaleFL33311
property at 4299 NW 16th St

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4299 NW 16th St

LauderhillFL33313

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property at 4920 NW 54th St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4920 NW 54th St

TamaracFL33319
property at 4760 NW 24th Ct

$1,180

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$1,180

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$1,180

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4760 NW 24th Ct, Unit B211

4760 NW 24th Ct
Lauderdale LakesFL33313

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property at 31 NE 56th St

$1,300

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$1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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31 NE 56th St

Fort LauderdaleFL33334

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property at 4271 NW 5th St

$1,300 - $1,750

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4271 NW 5th St

PlantationFL33317
property at 5168 NE 6th Ave

$1,350 - $1,375

1 Bedroom Rentals

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5168 NE 6th Ave

Oakland ParkFL33334

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property at 3001 NW 48th Ave

$1,390 - $1,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3001 NW 48th Ave

Lauderdale LakesFL33313

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Fort Lauderdale, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pricing Updated: 04/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area range in price from $375 to $99,995 with an overall median price of $20,634. The three Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Harbordale at $1,675, Lauderdale Southwest at $2,400, and Dorsey-Riverbend at $825. 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
Harbordale$2,600$1,67522
Lauderdale Southwest$2,765$2,4002
Dorsey-Riverbend$2,900$82513
Durrs$2,900$82510
Playland Village$2,925$1,7007
Progresso Village$3,000$1,4006
Somerset$3,315$1,30075
Cypress Chase$3,375$1,180121
Lauderdale Oaks$3,375$1,180100
Central Lauderhill$3,400$1,180107

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5226 NW 24th CtBeautiful and Peaceful1BR,1BA$925
Cypress GroveThe PalmStudio,1BA$1,155
The Oasis by RAM ApartmentsStudio - 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,179
Chateau Mar Golf Resort ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,199
Community AcresThe TarponStudio,1BA$1,200
Gulfstream at Dania Beach2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Corner2BR,1BA$1,207

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL

As of April 05, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1033 NE 17th Way, Unit 5041033 NE 17th Way3BR,3.5BA$1.70
Orchid Grove TownhomesJasmine3BR,3BA$1.67
1115 SW 2nd Ct, Unit 41115 SW 2nd Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.58
1707 NW 7th Ct, Unit 17051707 NW 7th Ct2BR,1BA$1.47
Aqua 2800THE FIJI1BR,1BA$1.20
Spectra PalmsC2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.73
Hawaiian Palms2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.75
Avondale Gardens Apartments1/1 Available1BR,1BA$1.43
275 SW 15th St, Unit #102275 SW 15th St1BR,1BA$1.63
5226 NW 24th CtClean & Comfortable Apartment2BR,1BA$1.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fort Lauderdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Fort Lauderdale?

There are currently 4384 Apartments for Rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL with pricing that ranges from $925 to $26,748. There are also 1978 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fort Lauderdale ranging from $375 to $99,995.

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 $375 to $99,995 with an average monthly rent of $17,817.

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 $1,605 to $26,748, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,699 to $39,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.