Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale at a Glance: Beaches: Wide, sandy coastline with lively promenade Venice of America: 300 plus miles of canals, boating and yachting
Fort Lauderdale at a Glance: Beaches: Wide, sandy coastline with lively promenade Venice of America: 300 plus miles of canals, boating and yachting
Fort Lauderdale is called the “Venice of America” because of its extensive canal system. It offers a mix of laid-back coastal living, urban convenience, and luxury amenities, making it popular with both year-round residents and seasonal visitors.
Here are some highlights:
Lifestyle & Atmosphere
Known for its beautiful beaches like Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Beach, lined with a scenic promenade.
A lively yet refined vibe — blending boating culture, luxury condos, fine dining, nightlife, and arts.
Popular with retirees, families, professionals, and international buyers.
Real Estate & Living
Offers everything from waterfront estates with private docks to high-rise luxury condos and more affordable inland neighborhoods.
Strong demand from both domestic and international buyers, particularly those seeking yachting and boating access.
Growing downtown area with modern apartments, mixed-use developments, and cultural venues.
Lifestyle Attractions
Las Olas Boulevard: boutique shopping, art galleries, fine dining, and nightlife.
Boating & Yachting: Fort Lauderdale is considered the Yachting Capital of the World, hosting the famous Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
Cultural Scene: Broward Center for the Performing Arts, NSU Art Museum, and a thriving music and festival calendar.
Location Advantages
Close to Miami (about 30 minutes south) and Palm Beach (about 40 minutes north), with easy access via I-95.
Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport makes travel convenient.
Strong cruise and port presence at Port Everglades.
In short: Fort Lauderdale combines luxury waterfront living, a strong boating culture, vibrant urban amenities, and laid-back beach charm, making it one of South Florida’s most dynamic places to live or invest in.
183,032 people live in Fort Lauderdale, where the median age is 42.9 and the average individual income is $57,845. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Fort Lauderdale, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cross Stitch Cupboard, Maricris Lapaix, and Fort Lauderdale Beach.
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| Shopping | 1.8 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.59 miles | 45 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.7 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.55 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.27 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.63 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.99 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.12 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.59 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.12 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.74 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.46 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.53 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Fort Lauderdale has 80,575 households, with an average household size of 2.23. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fort Lauderdale do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 183,032 people call Fort Lauderdale home. The population density is 5,291.99 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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