Bay View Florida

As of 2019 census bureau estimates, the city has a population of 182,437.

The city is a very popular tourist destination, and Yachting Capital of the World, with an average year-round temperature of 75.5 °F and 3,000 hours of sunshine per year. Greater Fort Lauderdale hosted 13 million overnight visitors in 2018. There were over 560 hotels and nearly 36,000 hotel rooms. Additionally, 3.89 million cruise passengers passed through Port Everglades, making it the 3rd largest cruise port in the world. Greater Fort Lauderdale has over 4,000 restaurants, 63 golf courses, 12 shopping malls, 16 museums, 132 nightclubs, 278 parkland campsites, and 100 marinas housing 45,000 resident yachts. Nature areas abound, and the city hosts many festivals and cultural events.

Fort Lauderdale is named after a series of three forts built by the United States during the Second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale (1782–1838) The first was at the fork of the New River, the second was at Tarpon Bend on the New River between the present-day Colee Hammock and Rio Vista neighborhoods, and the third was near the site of the Bahia Mar Marina.

Properties range from multi-million single family homes on deep-water lots to hi-rise and low- rise condos on the waterfront.

Oakland Park is a small city, with an area of a little over 8 miles leading to the Atlantic Ocean, home to an estimated 45,000 people, it lies just north of Fort Lauderdale, and bordering Wilton Manors which is to the West.

The city is a prime location for short term rentals, with no restrictions in the many single-family homes that are not part of Homeowner Associations. Many of these homes range in age from the 1950’s to 1980’s with many renovations occurring which is increasing the values in the area and makes it a great investment opportunity.

Many redevelopment plans are in progress for the downtown area, with festivals and events regularly held. A diverse community, it is home to singles, families as well as the visitors now finding this gem.

Easy access to transportation, Fort Lauderdale International Airport, the Intracoastal and Ocean are making this city an up-and-coming tourist and homeowner destination while prices are still affordable.

Close to the ocean and bordering the intracoastal lies one of Fort Lauderdale’s most premier and oldest neighborhoods, Coral Ridge. Located only a couple of minutes from Fort Lauderdale’s famous beaches, Coral Ridge offers lots of excitement and is near great shopping, including the exclusive Galleria Mall, exciting nightlife, and the downtown area.

Mostly single-family homes, many on deep water lots just minutes to the Ocean, take a stroll down Bayview Dr to see not only plenty of luxury homes but the breathtaking landscaping fills the entire neighborhood.

Family friendly with excellent public schools, and parks, Coral Ridge also boasts the Coral Ridge Country Club which is the closest golf course to the Ocean in Broward County.

Victoria Park is an upscale residential area reminiscent of Old Florida, with luxury estates and historical 1930s “cracker” houses, large shade trees adorn the streets giving a true feel of the old South. Holiday Park, a recreational area has jogging trails, tennis courts, and playing fields, as well as many other activities, while Victoria Park draws water sports enthusiasts for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.

The gay-friendly area is home to the Stonewall National Museum & Archives, documenting a century of LGBT history. Located near downtown Fort Lauderdale and a couple of blocks from Las Olas Blvd, it is a short walk to the Galleria Mall and within walking distance to the beach. While it is known to be a quiet and peaceful community, Victoria Park is surrounded by excitement and fun activities for all!

In the 2010 US Census, with a population of $11,626 the City of Wilton Manors was named the “Second gayest City” in the United States. With a large percentage of the population and businesses identifying as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender Wilton Manors has been a progressive place to live, work and play for many years. The city is a joint sponsor of the Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival in June and attracts approximately 35,000 participants from across the state, country, and globe.

It is also home to many “straight” families with its commitment to promoting a greener, more sustainable future. Wilton Manors is full of bicycle and pedestrian friendly roadways, shopping and parks, to enjoy nature, and fun to explore by bike.

Mostly single-family homes, and low-rise condos, it is only three miles to the beach and borders Fort Lauderdale downtown.

A little north of Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach is located where the Gulf Stream bends making the ocean waters clear and warm, right between Hillsboro Beach and Fort Lauderdale beach. The warmer waters make for an abundance of pompano, the inshore tropical game fish from which the beach gets its name.

Reasonably priced single-family homes on deep water lots allow access to the Intracoastal and Ocean through Hillsborough Inlet, and to the west there are many communities for 55 plus retirees, and single family homes to enjoy the Florida lifestyle at a reasonable price. There is plenty of shopping and open areas for all.  This makes Pompano a popular destination.

The city of Weston grew from it’s first homes built in 1984 and became incorporated in 1996. Some 22 miles directly west from Fort Lauderdale and easily accessed by highway I595 which also connects directly to Fort Lauderdale International Airport. As a master planned community, it consists mostly of luxury country clubs known for the club lifestyle of families, golfing, and recreational areas.

It borders nature preserves and the Everglades and diverse wildlife can be observed regularly. Bald Eagles, Osprey, Kingfisher, all types of wading birds, including Spoonbill, Storks, Cranes, Ibis can be seen, flying, nesting, walking around! alligators and turtles also live-in harmony in the surrounding lakes and canals.

South of Fort Lauderdale is Hollywood, founded in 1925. During the 50’s and 60’s there was explosive growth, and many homes, condo and hotels can still be seen from that time period. The Hard Rock Casino & Hotel is a famous, more recent structure, built in 2004 in the shape of a guitar, with 469 rooms, the casino and concert halls, it is an imposing sight on the skyline! Especially at night when it is lit up and lasers shoot from the top!

Hollywood Beach has a 2.5-mile tiled boardwalk along the Ocean, which is popular for walking, jogging and bicycle riding in its designated bike lane. Many tourists enjoy the shops, and cafes.

Single family homes, low-rise and high-rise condos offer multiple choices.