Lauderdale Isles vs Rio Vista
Two Broward communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-08.
| Metric | Lauderdale Isles | Rio Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $915K | $2.59M |
| Price per sq ft | $546 | $873 |
| Avg days on market | 90 days | 122 days |
| Months of supply | 15.0 mo | 17.0 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 12 | 12 |
The verdict
Rio Vista carries the higher median price — about 183% above Lauderdale Isles. Homes in Lauderdale Isles sell faster (90 days on market vs 122). Lauderdale Isles is the tighter market on inventory (15.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lauderdale Isles | Rio Vista | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Broward County, FL | Broward County, FL |
| City / area | Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 62% of 21 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 26% of 31 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Lauderdale Isles | Rio Vista | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 15 | 17 |
| Under contract | 3 | 6 |
| Asking prices today | $659K to $1.59M | $1.5M to $34.95M |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 4 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lauderdale Isles homes for sale · Rio Vista homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lauderdale Isles | Rio Vista | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 394 | 3 |
| Built | 1954–2024 (median 1956) | 1997–2024 (median 2010) |
| Typical living area | 1,693 sq ft | 3,007 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 73% | 0% |
| Vacant lots | 3 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Lauderdale Isles | Rio Vista | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Stephen Foster | Harbordale |
| Middle | New River | Sunrise |
| High school | Stranahan | Fort Lauderdale |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Lauderdale Isles is the lower entry point (median $915K vs $2.59M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Rio Vista; Lauderdale Isles trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lauderdale Isles (90 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Rio Vista more expensive than Lauderdale Isles?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Rio Vista is $2,588,000 versus $915,000 in Lauderdale Isles, about 183% higher.
Which has newer homes, Lauderdale Isles or Rio Vista?
Rio Vista: its homes were built 1997–2024 with a median year of 2010, versus a median of 1956 in Lauderdale Isles (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Rio Vista. The typical home there is 3,007 sq ft of living area, versus 1,693 sq ft in Lauderdale Isles.
What high schools serve Lauderdale Isles and Rio Vista?
Listings in Lauderdale Isles most often report Stranahan; listings in Rio Vista report Fort Lauderdale. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Lauderdale Isles homes, photos & schools · Rio Vista homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.