Rio Vista is one of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest residential neighborhoods, known for tree-lined streets, historic architecture, waterfront estates, private docks, and close access to downtown and Las Olas.
Rio Vista carries a sense of history that is visible in both its streets and its homes. As one of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest residential neighborhoods, it blends tree-lined avenues, early twentieth-century architecture, substantial single-family properties, and waterfront residences in a setting just south of the New River and close to downtown.
The neighborhood has evolved without losing that established character. Historic homes sit alongside renovated residences and contemporary custom construction, while canal-front properties add private docks, pools, and boating access to the mix. Its location also keeps Las Olas Boulevard, the beach, SE 17th Street, Port Everglades, and other central Fort Lauderdale destinations within easy reach.
Getting to know Rio Vista means seeing how its architectural history and waterfront setting connect with nearby recreation, shopping, dining, transportation, schools, healthcare, and a real estate market shaped by everything from historic interior homes to modern waterfront estates.
2,505 people live in Rio Vista, where the median age is 49 and the average individual income is $102,074. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Rio Vista, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Michael Antonio Salon.
Rio Vista has 968 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Rio Vista do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,505 people call Rio Vista home. The population density is 11,366 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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