Neighborhood guide · Broward County
Hollywood real estate guide: prices, pros & cons, risks
The Broadwalk — about 2.5 miles of beachfront promenade — plus a lively downtown and quieter residential streets inland. More space for the money, about 20 minutes to FLL.
Living in Hollywood
Hollywood sits in south Broward County between Hallandale Beach and Dania Beach. Its signature is the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, a car-free promenade of roughly 2.5 miles lined with cafés, bike lanes and small hotels. Inland, Downtown Hollywood and ArtsPark at Young Circle host restaurants, markets and events.
The city is well connected: Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades are close, and I-95 and US-1 run straight through.
Hollywood real estate
Hollywood offers one of the widest choices in South Florida: beachfront and Intracoastal condos, historic homes in Hollywood Lakes, larger mid-century and renovated houses in Emerald Hills and Hollywood Hills, and newer townhomes further west. Compared with Miami-Dade beach cities you often get more space for the same budget.
What to check
Near the water, flood zone and elevation directly affect insurance cost — I pull FEMA flood maps and insurance quotes early. For houses, roof age, wind-mitigation features and permits for past renovations matter as much as the kitchen finish.
An honest look
Hollywood: pros & cons
Pros
- 2.5-mile Broadwalk beach promenade
- More space per dollar than Miami-Dade beach cities
- About 20 minutes to FLL airport
- Mix of condos, historic homes and newer builds
- Walkable downtown and ArtsPark
Cons
- Quality varies block by block
- Beach areas busy in season
- Older homes may need roof/insurance upgrades
Price orientation
Condos from ≈$250K; single-family homes ≈$500K–$2M+; waterfront higher
Broad orientation only; current comps from the MLS on request.Fit by buying goal
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Rentals & taxes
Short-term rentals: Allowed with city registration.
Property tax: ≈1.9–2.2% of taxable value. How it works →
Rules change — we verify city rules and building documents before you buy.Interactive map
Schools, amenities & flood zones
Toggle layers — FEMA and OpenStreetMap data load on demand. Always confirm a specific address on the official FEMA map.
Official data sources
- Schools & ratings — GreatSchools ↗
- Walk Score, Transit & Bike Score ↗
- Crime map (official police data) ↗
- FEMA flood map by address ↗
- County property appraiser: taxes & sales ↗
In line with Fair Housing guidance, we don't publish our own safety opinions or describe who a neighborhood is “for” — we link to independent official sources.
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FAQ
Questions about Hollywood
In general, Broward County cities like Hollywood offer more square footage for the money than comparable beach areas in Miami-Dade, though prices vary a lot by street and building.
About 2.5 miles along the ocean, with a paved promenade and a separate bike path.
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