| Summary | National Percentile | Rank vs Metro |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | 73rd | Best |
| Demographics | 38th | Poor |
| Amenities | 57th | Good |
Multifamily Valuation
| Property Details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 4401 SW 52nd Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33314, US |
| Region / Metro | Fort Lauderdale |
| Year of Construction | 1974 |
| Units | 30 |
| Transaction Date | 2001-05-15 |
| Transaction Price | $12,600,000 |
| Buyer | EMERALD PALMS VENTURE LP |
| Seller | --- |
4401 SW 52nd Ct Fort Lauderdale Multifamily Investment
Neighborhood fundamentals point to steady renter demand with a sizable share of renter-occupied units and occupancy that has trended up, according to WDSuite’s CRE market data. Elevated ownership costs in the area support leasing resilience for well-managed assets.
This Inner Suburb location in Fort Lauderdale balances everyday convenience with strong rental dynamics. Amenity access is above metro median among 345 neighborhoods, with restaurant and café density competitive among Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods and grocery options comparatively accessible. Park and pharmacy access are limited locally, so on-site amenities and service coordination can help retention.
Neighborhood rent levels have risen over the past five years, and occupancy in the neighborhood sits near the metro middle while trending higher over the same period, based on CRE market data from WDSuite. The local renter concentration (share of housing units that are renter-occupied) is high for the metro, indicating depth in the tenant base and support for leasing stability.
Within a 3-mile radius, population and households have expanded, with forecasts pointing to continued household growth and a smaller average household size. For investors, that implies a larger tenant pool and potential for steady absorption of well-positioned units.
Home values in the neighborhood rank in the upper tier nationally while value-to-income metrics are also elevated, reinforcing reliance on multifamily for many households. That backdrop can support pricing power and lease-up velocity, though rent-to-income ratios suggest some affordability pressure that warrants careful lease management.
Relative to the Fort Lauderdale metro’s 345 neighborhoods, crime metrics for this area track below average, placing it in the weaker third locally. Nationally, the neighborhood sits below mid-pack on safety measures.
Recent trends are mixed according to WDSuite’s CRE market data: estimated property offenses have declined year over year, while estimated violent offenses increased over the same period. Investors should underwrite with prudent security measures and operational oversight, while noting the downward movement in property-related incidents.
Proximity to major corporate offices supports a broad employment base and commute convenience that can bolster multifamily demand, including headquarters and regional offices in autos, healthcare, logistics, energy, and homebuilding.
- AutoNation — automotive retail HQ offices (5.8 miles) — HQ
- Johnson & Johnson — healthcare products offices (12.0 miles)
- Ryder System — logistics & fleet management offices (17.1 miles) — HQ
- Mosaic — agriculture & chemicals offices (17.6 miles)
- Tenet Healthcare Corporation, Florida Region — healthcare services offices (17.6 miles)
This 30-unit asset benefits from a renter-heavy neighborhood profile and an occupancy backdrop that has improved in recent years, supporting income stability versus more cyclical submarkets. Elevated home values in the neighborhood relative to national norms strengthen reliance on rental housing, while nearby employment nodes expand the leasing catchment.
According to CRE market data from WDSuite, neighborhood occupancy trends sit around the metro middle and have moved higher, while 3-mile demographics indicate population and household growth that can expand the tenant base. Investors should balance these positives against affordability pressure and local safety metrics by emphasizing resident retention, targeted unit positioning, and disciplined expense control.
- Neighborhood renter concentration and steadier occupancy support income durability
- Elevated home values reinforce sustained demand for multifamily units
- 3-mile population and household growth point to a larger tenant pool
- Access to multiple regional employers bolsters leasing and retention potential
- Risk: affordability pressure and below-average safety metrics require prudent management