Provisional grade — derived from this report's measured data points; the county detector suite has not measured this geography yet. The measured ARED Score replaces it on the suite's next run.
ZIP 33304 — Fort Lauderdale
The 33304 housing market shows strong price appreciation, with a 27% year-over-year increase in median sale price, though the market is not highly competitive. High inventory levels and longer days on market suggest a shift toward a more balanced environment for buyers. Demand remains solid, supported by the area's desirable coastal location and proximity to downtown Fort Lauderdale.
This ZIP is well-suited for affluent professionals, retirees, and investors seeking waterfront access and proximity to urban amenities. It is less ideal for budget-conscious families due to high housing costs and insurance premiums.
Median prices moved up 27.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 116 days on market with 1.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
17% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 94% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 13.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 33304, Broward County FL
Crime rates in the 33304 area are generally higher than the national average, consistent with its urban coastal location in Fort Lauderdale. Residents are advised to monitor local police reports for specific neighborhood trends.
Schools serving the 33304 area are part of the Broward County Public Schools system, with quality varying significantly by specific school attendance zones.
The area faces significant risks from tropical storms, hurricanes, and coastal flooding due to its low-lying elevation and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Property insurance premiums are high and reflect these environmental exposures.
The area benefits from proximity to downtown Fort Lauderdale's economic core and ongoing luxury waterfront redevelopment. Major growth is driven by high-end residential projects and the expansion of the nearby marine and tourism industries.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Florida) — Statewide Uniform Property Tax Lien Priority & Tax Deed Sale Enforcement: Unpaid real ad valorem and non-ad valorem taxes become a first-priority sovereign lien on January 1 of the tax year, superior to all mortgages and private liens. If unpaid by April 1 following the tax year, tax certificates are sold via competitive bidding under § 197.432. State (Florida) — Community Development District (CDD) Special Assessment & Financing Lien Mandate: Binds the parcel to non-ad valorem assessments levied directly by the CDD board to fund infrastructure bonds (capital assessments) and operations/maintenance (O&M assessments). State (Florida) — Florida Constitutional Homestead Exemption & Save Our Homes (SOH) Assessment Cap: Reduces taxable value by up to $50,000: base $25,000 exemption applies to all taxing authorities (including school districts); second $25,000 exemption applies to assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000 for non-school millage. State (Florida) — Florida Ad Valorem Real Property Assessment & Tax Mechanics: Parcels are assessed annually at 100% just value (market value) as of January 1 by county property appraisers. Tax formula: Tax Bill = (Taxable Value / 1,000) * Total Levied Millage Rate. Assessed Value = Just Value - Assessment Limitations.
Residents enjoy a central location with relatively short drive times to downtown Fort Lauderdale and major employment hubs via US-1 and Sunrise Boulevard. Public transit options are available but limited compared to major metropolitan transit centers.
The ZIP code features extensive access to the Intracoastal Waterway, nearby public beaches, and several local parks. Shopping and dining are concentrated along the Sunrise Boulevard corridor and the nearby Galleria area.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and a significant share of renter-occupied units, with a mix of long-term rentals and seasonal/short-term vacation properties. Vacancy pressure remains low due to the area's desirability.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, marine services, and professional services in the greater Fort Lauderdale area. The region benefits from a strong influx of capital and high-net-worth individuals.
The area is served by major arterial roads including US-1 and Sunrise Boulevard, providing connectivity to the broader Broward County transit network. Infrastructure focus remains on maintaining coastal access and managing traffic flow.
Development is focused on luxury high-rise residential projects and the revitalization of older commercial corridors. Planning efforts prioritize sustainable coastal development and infrastructure resilience.
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Parcels are subject to standard municipal and county tax levies, with potential special assessments for coastal maintenance and utility services.
Property insurance is a critical factor in the local market, with high premiums driven by hurricane and flood risk exposure. Market health is stable but sensitive to changes in state-level insurance regulations.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
A major coastal park offering trails, beach access, and nature preserves.
A premier regional shopping destination with high-end retail and dining.
Provides extensive boating, dockage, and waterfront recreational opportunities.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).
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Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Awaiting measured history — this chart renders once enough refresh-cycle reads accumulate (a one-point series is not a trend).
Standard trend model — solid = measured history · dashed = projection anchored at each line's last measured point, following that series' trailing pace (CAGR capped ±12%/yr) or trailing mean · projections are estimates, not measured reads · every charted series runs the standard 5-year historical window with a 1-year forecast, trimmed from the full retained ledger — the forecast always extends into the future year (a lagging ledger bridges to it) and stops there on purpose: authoritative, not wizardry · every price line is county-assessed value from the district CAD — the tier's same-parcel assessment roll-up on the momentum tile, the assessed trajectory in raw dollar levels and as a YoY-chained index (base 100), and the month-over-month pace from nearby comparable sales pooled from the research track; a tier without comps yet keeps its pace story with the assessed trend. Inventory, liquidity, price-cut and foreclosure lines run on the platform's own measured series.
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