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Fort Lauderdale realtor: buying a home or condo

Fort Lauderdale, in Broward County, is known for its canals, boating and beaches, with a wide price range from condos to waterfront estates.

Typical prices in Fort Lauderdale

Condos from ≈$250K; homes ≈$600K–$3M; waterfront with dock $1.5M–$30M+. These are broad ranges from our area guide, not appraisals: the real price depends on the building, floor, view and condition.

Who it suits

Boaters, buyers who want waterfront access at varied budgets, and investors comparing Broward with Miami-Dade.

Why buyers choose it

Boating capital: canals and private docks; Las Olas Boulevard and beaches; FLL airport and Brightline station.

What to check before you buy

For waterfront homes, check the seawall, dock rights, bridge clearance and canal depth, plus flood elevation and insurance. Trade-offs buyers mention: bridge heights and canal depth limit some boats; seawall and flood costs on the water.

Rental rules

Short-term rentals are allowed in many places, but licensing, taxes and building rules still apply.

Next step

Lidiya Tretyak is a licensed Florida real estate agent with Douglas Elliman and speaks English, Russian and Ukrainian; the first consultation is free. See current properties in the Fort Lauderdale search or read the Fort Lauderdale neighborhood guide.

This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Laws and programs change — confirm details with a Florida attorney and a US tax professional.

FAQ

Questions I hear every week

Often at the entry level, but waterfront property can be as expensive. Compare specific buildings.

Only with the right dock, depth and bridge clearance; verify before you buy.

Yes. Lidiya Tretyak serves Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.

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