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Waterfront community with neighborly spirit in Fort Lauderdale
Some locals compare Fort Lauderdale's Rio Vista neighborhood to a "Little Venice," with residential streets forming canals on the Intracoastal Waterway. This neighborhood contains pricey real estate including multi-million dollar waterfront mansions just across the river from the city's shopping and dining district on Las Olas Boulevard. Residents appreciate the nautical lifestyle Rio Vista allows, with private docks, deep water and river frontage ranging from 50 to over 200 feet.
Yet the biggest appeal for some residents is its strong community. Events like block parties help neighbors get to know their neighbors. "It's a true neighborhood in the sense of what a neighborhood represents, with the camaraderie of families, retirees, young people," says Laurie Ermer, a Rio Vista resident of 11 years. That may be one thing keeping residents around throughout the year. “You get a lot of seasonal homebuyers in Fort Lauderdale, but in Rio Vista, you’re seeing a lot more people living here year-round,” says Karen Bellows, a Realtor with Florida Luxurious Properties. “There’s a big family appeal here with A-rated schools, small parks and sailing.”
Waterfront mansions with luxurious features
The area contains low-rise and high-rise condominiums and single-family homes. On the more modest end, there are two-and three-bedroom inland houses starting at $750,000. Outdoor entertaining is a part of the lifestyle, and many homes have backyards with pools, hot tubs and cabanas. Seventh through 12th streets contain waterfront properties which can range from $2.5 to $9.5 million and include six-bedroom mansions with marble flooring, gyms, saunas and home movie theaters. The neighborhood is brimming with Spanish-Revival features, such as terra cotta roofs, arched windows and entryways, textured stucco walls and front courtyards. Many streets are walkable thanks to sidewalks, with mature tree canopies and red-brick driveways cementing an old-Florida feel.
The low-rise condominium buildings in Rio Vista are another option for housing.
Most of the mansion homes in Rio Vista have waterfront access with docks.
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Locals set sail at the Lauderdale Yacht Club
Many Rio Vista residents are part of the Lauderdale Yacht Club, located on the neighborhood's southeastern side. Founded in 1938, it hosts social events, tennis and a sailing program for all skill levels. Several small parks are strewn throughout the neighborhood. Toward the center of the neighborhood, children can play on the playground at Virginia Young Park while parents sit in the shade. Nearby, Hector Park has an open area for playing games and picnic tables for an outdoor lunch.
Founded in 1938, Lauderdale Yacht Club has always been a traditional private club in Rio Vista.
Virginia Young Park is situated in the heart of the Rio Vista neighborhood.
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Eyes to the sky at Fort Lauderdale festivals
While neighbors enjoy street-wide get-togethers, they are also right in the center of acclaimed Fort Lauderdale events. Locals may enjoy the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in late October, attracting over 100,000 attendees and displaying more than 1,300 vessels in recent years. Planes soar overhead with impressive aerial stunts at the Fort Lauderdale Air Show in May. Fort Lauderdale also hosts major music events including the Tortuga Music Festival in April and the Riptide Music Festival in December.
Bars, boutiques, bougie dining on Las Olas
With restaurants, bars, boutiques and art galleries, Las Olas is Fort Lauderdale's premier shopping and dining destination. Locals can munch on an artisan pastry while browsing a colorful floral display at Ann's Florist and Coffee Bar. Several restaurants offer an upscale dining experience, such as Fleming's Prime Steakhouse, serving aged prime beef and lobster tails alongside expertly-paired wines. Many bars and restaurants create a lively nighttime scene with live music. Rio Vista locals may grab groceries from Publix, which is located about a mile west of the neighborhood.
On Las Olas Boulevard is Louie Bossi's Ristorante Bar Pizzeria near Rio Vista.
Grocery shopping is conveniently close to Publix in Rio Vista.
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High-quality schools near Rio Vista
Rio Vista is near to several top-tier public schools. Starting out, students may attend Harbordale Elementary School, which earns an A-minus from Niche, and Sunrise Middle School, which earns a B. They can then move on to Fort Lauderdale High School, which earns an A. Fort Lauderdale High has Cambridge International and Pre-Law and Public Affairs magnet programs.
Harbordale Elementary School serves students from the Rio Vista neighborhood.
Welcome to Sunrise Middle School in Ft Lauderdale near Rio Vista.
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Federal Highway goes to downtown Fort Lauderdale and the airport
South Federal Highway cuts through the neighborhood, providing an easy route downtown and to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, located just five miles south. The Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station is located just over 2 miles northwest. The train provides a comfortable trip to major cities from Orlando down to Miami.
South Federal Highway North Bound showing high-rise condominium buildings in Rio Vista.
The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is just minutes away from Rio Vista.
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Flooding, wind and sound are considerable in Rio Vista
Rio Vista's waterfront areas have a high risk of flooding. Some areas also have a high wind factor. Locals living on the western side may experience high noise levels.
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Parks in this Area
Smoker Family Park
Stranahan Landing
Picnic Area
Trails
River
Smoker Park
Bike Trails
Trails
River
Virginia Young Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Francis L. Abreu Place
Trails
River
Hector Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Transit
Airport
Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International
15 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rio Vista
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
10
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
10
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rio Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rio Vista, Fort Lauderdale sell after 116 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Rio Vista, Fort Lauderdale over the last 12 months is $2,387,500, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,069
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,902
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$165,315
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
66.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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