The City of Fort Lauderdale, known as “Venice of America” for its intricate system of waterways, including rivers, canals, and the stunning Inter-Coastal, is situated on the southeast coast of Florida, centrally located between Miami and Palm Beach. Encompassing more than 36 square miles of real estate, Fort Lauderdale has a population of nearly 167,000, and is the largest of Broward County's 30 municipalities and the seventh-largest city in Florida. It is embraced by the Atlantic Ocean, New River and a myriad of scenic inland waterways, Fort Lauderdale and its real estate truly live up to their designation as the "Venice of America."
Once known primarily as a tourism-based economy, Fort Lauderdale is now a cosmopolitan destination for people from around the world to live, retire, and enjoy life to the fullest. The Fort Lauderdale economy supports a diverse range of industries, including real estate, marine, and manufacturing, finance, insurance, high technology, avionics/aerospace, film and television production and of course, tourism. Fort Lauderdale is establishing itself as a world-class international business center and one of the most desirable locations for new, expanding or relocating businesses.
Fort Lauderdale also offers an outstanding quality of life, an incredible range of beautiful homes, as well as investment properties in many price ranges. The City and its appeal are highlighted by a semi-tropical climate, rich natural beauty, and an array of cultural, entertainment and educational amenities. |