Rio Vista Homes for Sale
Fort Lauderdale, FL • Broward County
Rio Vista is a prestigious historic waterfront neighborhood just south of Las Olas, known for its grand oak canopy, deep-water estates along the New River, and a tight-knit community feel minutes from downtown. It is one of Fort Lauderdale’s most established luxury enclaves, blending old-Florida character with modern waterfront estates.
Median List Price
$3,874,500
$1.2M – $21M
Avg Sq Ft
3,712
square feet
Year Built
1920s – present
HOA
No HOA; active voluntary civic association
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“Rio Vista is old-money Fort Lauderdale — oak-canopied streets, deep-water dockage, and a real neighborhood association that keeps it special. Buyers come for the New River frontage and the walk to Las Olas. When a good waterfront lot trades here, it doesn’t last.”
Schools Near Rio Vista
Elementary
Harbordale Elementary
Middle
Sunrise Middle
High School
Fort Lauderdale High
Harbordale Elementary is highly rated (91/100 U.S. News) and within walking distance of much of Rio Vista, feeding Sunrise Middle and A-rated Fort Lauderdale High.
Location & Commute
To Miami
~38 min via I-95
To Boca Raton
~33 min via I-95
To Fort Lauderdale
~3 min to Las Olas & downtown
Major Highways
US-1 (Federal Hwy), SE 17th St, I-95
Lifestyle
Amenities
- Deep-water New River frontage and docks
- Historic oak-lined streets
- Walk to Las Olas and downtown
- Active neighborhood civic association
- Minutes to the beach and airport
Frequently Asked Questions About Rio Vista
Why is Rio Vista so desirable in Fort Lauderdale?
Rio Vista combines deep-water dockage on the New River, a rare mature oak canopy, walkability to Las Olas, and a strong civic association — a blend few Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods can match. That scarcity drives consistent demand.
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