River Run
Ranch homes and waterside living
River Run has an authentic sense of old Florida charm with 1950s ranch-style homes, towering palms and deciduous trees that shade narrow streets and sidewalks. Homes in the inland north of the neighborhood cost around $400,000 to $500,000. In the neighborhood's south, finger canals branching off the New River create peninsular cul-de-sacs lined with waterfront homes. Prices for waterfront homes are $500,000 up to $2 million. "The waterfront properties are very appealing to boaters and have great views. A lot of them have pools that look out over the canal," Piper explains. "You're not in Las Olas or Rio Vista — places that people may initially think of having a nice neighborhood feel and canal in the back to dock your boat in. People don't realize you can have ocean access west of 95, so you don't have the same high prices as you do east of I-95."
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Canal access and flood risk
River Run's canals stretch down to the New River, which connects through an extended network all the way out to the Atlantic. River Run sits across from several marinas and the Secret Woods Nature Center, which has waterside views. However, like many areas of Fort Lauderdale, properties with proximity to the water are under FEMA flood zone AE, which means there is a 1% annual chance of flooding. The city government offers flood insurance with a 20% subsidized rate.
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Natural outdoor appeal
The larger, unofficial community that locals know as Riverland shares much of the same abundant, lush flora. Homeowners tend to keep the landscaping as natural as possible to preserve the dense canopies that are disappearing elsewhere in the state. Residents can immerse more in nature at Riverland Preserve, a quiet 5-acre green space with historic trees. And the nearby Ann Herman Park offers play structures for the kids.
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Magnet programs at local high school
River Run is served by Broward County Public Schools. Neighborhood kids attend the nearby Riverland Elementary School, which gets a C rating from the website Niche. Then it's on to New River Middle School and Stranahan High School, rated B-minus. All three schools are within a 5-mile radius of the community, but none are walkable. Stranahan High has a magnet program with college and career-oriented focuses such as medical sciences, engineering, education, and art and design.
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Strip mall selections and local library
To the north, Davie Boulevard is lined with strip malls. The closest grocery store is Ideal Food Basket, which sits at the neighborhood's northeast corner, making it walkable from some River Run homes. The supermarket sits next to the highly reviewed PURO Ice Cream Factory and the local Riverland Branch Library. The library has technology resources, books and special programs like English classes.
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Close to downtown and airport
River Run sits 4 miles from downtown Fort Lauderdale, and a bus lane connecting into the city runs along Davie Boulevard every 30 minutes. The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport sits easily accessible 3 miles away along the nearby Interstate 95. And there is a tri-rail station just a mile north. But, the ease of getting around in River Run means some ambient city noise.
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Catherine Lashley
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gabriela Rodriguez
Gabriela Rodriguez
Keller Williams Realty SW
(877) 764-2095
53 Total Sales
1 in River Run
$349,000 Price
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Trent Head
Trent Head
RE/MAX Experience
(754) 354-5202
66 Total Sales
1 in River Run
$460,000 Price
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Rafael Monterrey
Rafael Monterrey
Responds QuicklyBalistreri Real Estate Inc
(844) 721-4864
172 Total Sales
1 in River Run
$655,000 Price
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Kathleen Beasley
Kathleen Beasley
EXP Realty LLC
(855) 623-1828
56 Total Sales
1 in River Run
$464,100 Price
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Elizabeth Echeverry
Elizabeth Echeverry
DEG Realty
(855) 719-1228
22 Total Sales
1 in River Run
$445,000 Price
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Rosario Shade
Rosario Shade
Coldwell Banker Realty
(855) 516-9704
8 Total Sales
1 in River Run
$400,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ann Herman Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Bill Keith Preserve
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Kayak/Canoe
Riverland Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Flamingo Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Riverland Preserve
- Trails
Shirley Small Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | River Run | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
River Run Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Run, Fort Lauderdale sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in River Run, Fort Lauderdale over the last 12 months is $357,000, down 58% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$379,000
Median Sale Price
$357,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$357,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$392,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-58%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$175
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
313
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1961
Months of Supply
5.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,695
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,093
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$126,404
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$128,946
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.7%
College Graduates
45.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Riverland Village
Quiet community near downtown Fort Lauderdale is a boater's paradise
Riverland Woods
Lush landscaping and large lots with unrestricted ocean access
Sunset
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