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Perfect starter-home neighborhood
Just off I-95 and about a 15-minute drive to the beach, living in the Rock Island neighborhood in Fort Lauderdale provides the opportunity for a good starter home. “This neighborhood is more affordable than many others in the area,” says John Scalia, a Realtor with eXp Realty with over 20 years of experience. “The location is good, between I-95 and State Road 7, which means many businesses are close.”
Welcome to the Rock Island neighborhood of Ft Lauderdale, FL.
Fort Lauderdale has 9 miles of Atlantic oceanfront, ideal for beach lovers and coastal living.
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Single family and multi-family homes
While there are single-family homes, which are mainly ranch-style, many multi-family dwellings exist. “They’re not just duplexes; they’re sometimes fourplexes with two bedrooms and a bathroom,” Scalia says. “The typical house in Rock Island will have two to three bedrooms. Anything more than that, it would be a converted garage.” The living space is between 1,000 and 2,000 square feet, and the price ranges from $350,000 to $550,000. The age of the houses is from the 1970s and ‘80s, but there are some new construction homes and even some that were built within the past 20 years. Walking on the neighborhood streets is convenient, with sidewalks along most thoroughfares.
A modern Ranch style home located in the Rock Island neighborhood of Ft Lauderdale, FL.
Multiplexes are common in the Rock Island neighborhood of Ft Lauderdale, FL.
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Top-notch performing arts high school
Rock Island is part of the Broward County Public School District, which earns a B-plus rating on Niche. The district makes A grades for college prep for older students and an A-minus for clubs and activities. Rock Island Elementary School is close to the southern part of the neighborhood. The school has a C grade overall and a 16-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Students can progress to William Dandy Middle School with a C overall grade. Dillard High School is a magnet school for computer technology and the performing arts and is the alma mater of singer Jason Derulo. The school gets a C-plus grade on Niche and has a 97% graduation rate. The Tyrone Bryant Branch Library is located in the neighborhood. It has positively impacted Rock Island with book fairs and the Florida Library Youth Program, which stresses reading over the summer and long periods where there are no classes.
Welcome to William Dandy Middle School in Ft Lauderdale, FL.
The track and football field of Dillard High School in Ft Lauderdale, FL.
Tyrone Bryant Branch Library located in the Rock Island neighborhood of Ft Lauderdale, FL.
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Large and small park
At 25 acres, some of which is a driving range and a three-hole golf course, Osswald Park is a destination for games of all kinds. The fun can last well into the night with lighted athletic fields, a basketball court, a playground, and a splash pad to beat the Florida heat. The Osswald Golf Course is great for a quick game or to work on improving your skills. James Bradley Junior Park is a passive open space with minimal amenities. They include various benches and a walking or jogging path.
Fresh grocery finds are located at Bravo Supermarket in the Rock Island neighborhood.
White Ibis are often found at Osswald Park in Ft Lauderdale, FL.
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Caribbean flavors
An authentic taste of the Caribbean is available at PanFiyah, which specializes in Jerk Chicken and Shrimp Pasta. They open for lunch most days at 11 and on Sundays at noon. The portions are significant; those who come for lunch say they also have dinner planned with several leftovers. Bravo Supermarkets has been around since 1991 for replenishing food at home, is locally owned and is involved with community events. Publix is also close by for additional grocery shopping options.
Pan Fiyah is a local favorite in the Rock Island neighborhood of Ft Lauderdale, FL.
Affordable groceries can be found at Publix Supermarket in the Rock Island neighborhood.
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Easy bus access around town in the Rock Island neighborhood of Ft Lauderdale, FL.
Bus stops surround neighborhood
There are plenty of opportunities to catch a bus line on the Broward County Transit bus system on major roads in the Rock Island neighborhood. The bus stops on 19th Street, 21st and 31st Avenue. By car, it will take about 15 minutes to get to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and a little less than an hour to get to Miami International Airport.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rock Island
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rock Island Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rock Island, Fort Lauderdale sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Rock Island, Fort Lauderdale over the last 12 months is $410,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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