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It's not uncommon for Fort Lauderdale homeowners to desire a fast "get it done" approach when it comes to shopping for a basic Florida homeowners insurance policy. We realize time is always an important factor, sometimes as much as cost. If you are shopping today for an affordable home insurance coverage for your home in Fort Lauderdale, FL, then you have arrived at the right place, at the right time. An FL home insurance policy is designed to protect you from a major financial set back. When talking about a homeowners insurance policy, financial risk or loss can occur if your home was ever damaged by a fire, lightning, hurricane, theft or falling objects like a tree. So as you can see a standard homeowners insurance policy is not complicated, but sometimes comparing multiple coverage options and rates at the same time can be. Here at GetHomeInsuranceQuotes.com, we provide a quick way for you to compare the most affordable Fort Lauderdale home insurance quotes by using our online quoting system. You can easily start this process by entering your zip code at the top of the page.

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Here is how the process works in three easy steps:

  1. Enter your zip code to start the online Florida home insurance quoting application. If this is a new home purchase in Fort Lauderdale, FL, please make sure you include the correct zip code and street address for the home you would like to receive comparative rates for.
  2. The online quoting application is designed to limit your time completing a long form, just to review rates. This is why we have scaled down our information request so that we can process only the required home details in order to process multiple quotes faster. We will need important property information like the square footage of your home and what year your home was built.
  3. Finally, you can sit back and relax. Just click "Get Home Insurance Quotes" and we will shop up to 12 home insurance carriers that are all very competitive in the city of Fort Lauderdale. We will also assign one Florida home insurance professional to help answer any questions you may have. Our quoting process is secure and hassle free. We look forward to helping you compare the most affordable Fort Lauderdale, FL rates.

Understanding more about your Fort Lauderdale homeowners insurance is a huge advantage to getting the right coverage. It's not always about the cheapest price, sometimes paying a little more for better coverage with a brand name like Nationwide, Travelers or Liberty Mutual can help you gain the coverage you need when you depend on your home insurance company the most. Our Florida agents are easily accessible by phone or online. You can start by entering your zip code for the home you would like to insure in Fort Lauderdale, FL and let us generate the multiple quotes for you for free or call us at 1-888-685-4704. We will work with you to provide the best coverage and cost savings option. Start your Fort Lauderdale home insurance quote today!

Fort Lauderdale, FL Demographics & Home Value Data

The housing data listed below is for the Fort Lauderdale, FL (BROWARD County) location.

  • Fort Lauderdale Total Population: 165,521
  • # of Residents Living With Single Family Homes: 1,712,545
  • Average Real Estate Price of a Home Per Zip Code in Fort Lauderdale: $316,891

Average Fort Lauderdale, FL Home Insurance Rates

Homeowners living nearby or within the city of Fort Lauderdale are paying around $2,165 per year on average. We have helped customers save more by shopping the best rates and coverages, smaller size homes in terms of square footage are seeing rates as low as $1,316 per year in Fort Lauderdale. Higher-end homes that cost more to rebuild or replace include more coverage in the policy and premiums are around $1,866. On average, homeowners in Fort Lauderdale pay around $1,566 per year or $131 per month for great quality coverage and price you can afford to protect the home you love. These average home insurance rates reflect the cost of a basic single family home insurance policy which includes the coverage of your home, your contents, loss of use, medical payments and homeowner liability coverage.

To receive free home insurance quotes, please start the quoting process online by simply enter your zip code or give us a call now at 1-888-685-4704.

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Our Service in Florida

You can feel confident that our experience, integrity and service will help you find the best insurance policy at a price you can afford. We work with a wide variety of insurers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and all of them are top rated "A+" by A.M. Best Rating and have been in business for several decades.

Just a few of the insurers we work include American Integrity Insurance Group, Anchor Insurance, ASI, Bankers Insurance Group, Centauri Insurance, Chubb, Edison Insurance Company, Florida Peninsula Insurance Company, Heritage Insurance, Lexington Insurance, Olympus Insurance, People's Trust Insurance Company, St. Johns Insurance Company and many more.

Average Rates Nearby Fort Lauderdale

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Home Insurance Rates by Zipcode in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Fort Lauderdale, FL Home Insurance Average Premiums

Local Fort Lauderdale, FL home insurance quotes comparison

$1316 /yr.

Shows Fort Lauderdale's lowest average rates with discounts applied.

For the city of Fort Lauderdale, homeowners insurance rates may vary on deductible, coverage amount and property details. Below is a list of the averages based on the cost of an annual home insurance premium.

Coverage Amount:Annual Premium
1800 sq. ft. or below
(discounts applied)		$1316 /yr.
Average Coverage:$1566 /yr.
2600 sq. ft. or higher
(all discounts applied)		$1866 /yr.

What is the average home insurance cost for a home in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

  • • The average homeowners insurance premium paid annually for a home in Fort Lauderdale is around $1566 per year.

What does it cost on average per month for home insurance in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

  • • Homeowners in Fort Lauderdale pay an average cost per month around $131.00 for insurance coverage.

Fort Lauderdale, FL Coastal Wind, Hail & Flood Information

Fort Lauderdale is located in a coastal county which greatly increases the risk of hurricanes and windstorms. Our quoting process will include wind and hail coverage options to give you the best protection you need against high winds and storm damage.

Flood Zone Notice: The beautiful coastal city of Fort Lauderdale is know for it's beautiful beaches and waterways. Because Broward County (FIPS: 12011) has a shoreline and is in a coastal area it is important to purchase flood insurance. The risk is very high in this area and we will work with you to provide the best flood insurance coverage you need for your home in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Coastal Fort Lauderdale, Florida Information: To obtain flood insurance coverage, the process usually takes more than 30 days to finalize, if you need flood insurance coverage now, please call us at 888-620-1954.
For more information about your area, please click Coastal Homeowners Insurance in Florida

Fort Lauderdale, FL - 2023 Housing Information

Month Current Home Value (2023) Last Year Home Value (2022)
January $512,713 $440,254
February $512,606 $450,563
March $514,766 $462,468
April $517,599 $475,138

Homeowners insurance will help cover the cost to repair or replace your Fort Lauderdale home if it is damaged or destroyed by a covered peril, up to your coverage limits. A homeowners policy is made up of a few different coverages. Here are the most common coverages:

  • Dwelling: This coverage will pay to repair or replace the structure of your home if it is damaged or destroyed. Review and Calculate Replacement Cost Coverage in Fort Lauderdale
  • Liability: This coverage will help cover medical and legal bills if someone is injured in your home, slipping on an icy sidewalk for example. It also offers protection if you damage another person’s property, your child hitting a baseball through a neighbor’s window for example.
  • Contents: This covers the cost to replace your personal possessions that are destroyed by a covered peril. Furniture, electronics, clothing and household goods are excellent examples. Contents coverage is often capped at 50% to 70% of your dwelling coverage.
  • Other Structures: This coverage protects other structures on your property such as detached garages, outbuildings, barns, and sheds.
  • Loss of use: This covers everyday costs that you incur if you cannot live in your home while it is being repaired due to a claim. It will pay hotel and restaurant bills and even the cost of dry cleaning.
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Saving Money Tips on Fort Lauderdale Home Insurance

A great way to save money on Fort Lauderdale homeowners insurance is to make sure you are getting all the discounts you are qualified to receive. Here are just a few of the most common discount’s insurers offer:

  • Bundling: If you purchase your home and auto (or any other insurance coverage) from the same insurer, you should get a bundling discount. Expect to save 20%-25%.
  • Secure your home: Adding a monitored security system, water leak sensors, deadbolts, and smoke detectors should result in a discount.
  • Impact resistant roof: If you are replacing your roof, consider impact resistant roofing materials which help prevent hail and impact damage as well as resulting in a significant discount.
  • Stay claim free: If you have been claim free for a number of years (five is a common requirement) your insurer should offer a claim free discount.

Are you shopping for the best rate near or wihin the Fort Lauderdale area? Check out what homeowners are paying on average for Florida homeowners insurance.

Elevation Review for Coastal Wind or Flooding Risk

Elevation Details Homeowners Tips
7 ft. This is the average home elevation in Fort Lauderdale, FL

» Elevation is crucial to a homeowners insurance policy because it determines the risk of your home being in a flood zone which is particularly important in a coastal state such as Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

A standard homeowners policy does not cover flood damage. If you live in a flood prone area, you will need to purchase a separate flood to fully protect your home.

Call Now for Flood Insurance Quotes: 888-620-1954!

Flood insurance can be purchased via the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) or in the private market. NFIP policies come with coverage caps and other restrictions so you may need to supplement your flood insurance coverage with a private market policy.

It's important to remember that flooding occurs in low and moderate risk areas as well. According to FEMA data, almost 25% of all flood claims come from low to moderate-risk areas.

To get online quotes on your home and compare rates on home insurance premiums in Fort Lauderdale, enter your zip code above and easily complete our online quoting application. Remember, it's important to speak with us about additional home insurance discounts so you can get the best rate for your home in Broward County.

Florida Homeowners Insurance News & Information

  • Florida’s Broward Commissioner is Asking Congress to Lower Insurance Rates Posted on Monday 1st April, 2024

    A bill in the U.S. House called the Natural Disaster Reinsurance Plan, hopes to lower insurance costs for policyholders in states that opt-in to the program which will scale back the requirements regarding the amount of reinsurance that insurance companies need to purchase.  Currently, a Broward commissioner is asking Congress to pass legislation he claims […]

  • Florida Lawmakers May Allow Takeout Offers to Citizens’ Policyholders Posted on Wednesday 13th March, 2024

    Lawmakers in Florida are moving closer to allowing specific insurer types to make offers to policyholders currently with Citizen’s Property to insure their vacation or second home.  SB 1716 this week cleared the Senate’s Fiscal Policy Committee for the takeout offers after the Senate’s Banking and Insurance Committee approved the measure earlier this month.  This […]

  • Florida has 7 New Home Insurance Companies Entering the Market Posted on Friday 1st March, 2024

    Recently, Florida has seen seven new insurance companies enter the market for homeowners coverage. Currently, the average premium for homeowners coverage is $6,000 a year in the Sunshine state compared to a nationwide average of just $1,700 a year, according to the Insurance Information Institute.  The Insurance Information Institute is hopeful that the new insurance […]

  • What exactly is a FAIR Plan? Posted on Tuesday 2nd January, 2024

    If you live in an area where severe weather is common, or wildfires pop up every summer you may have trouble finding affordable home insurance coverage. If homes in your area are repeatedly damaged or destroyed by a covered peril, insurers may pull out of the entire area, refusing to write policies in your neighborhood. […]

  • Florida Homeowners Advance From Citizens into Private Companies Posted on Tuesday 5th December, 2023

    Homeowners Choice Property and Casualty Insurance Co. has assumed approximately 53,750 policies from Citizens Property Insurance Corp., Florida’s state-backed insurance company, the parent company says in a Tuesday news release. Homeowners Choice is owned by HCI Group Inc., a holding company with operations in homeowners insurance, information technology services, real estate and reinsurance. Homeowners Choice […]

Fort Lauderdale, FL Dwelling Coverage Estimate

It is important to calculate your dwelling coverage for your home in Fort Lauderdale so you know what type of homeowners insurance coverage you need to cover your replacement cost. It is recommended to have enough dwelling coverage to rebuild your home if it was destroyed by a covered peril.

Please remember that replacement cost coverage does not include the cost of the land, only the price to rebuild your home, which is why we like to help customers by answering a few questions that you may have.

What is the average replacement cost coverage in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

- The average square footage in Fort Lauderdale is around 1,898 Sq. Ft. which would cost you around $316,891 to replace the home if you base the home on the price to build per square foot of $167.

Minimum Replacement Cost Total: $316,891

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Broward County)

Average Building Cost Per Square Foot in Fort Lauderdale: $167 (low end)

Average Square Footage in Fort Lauderdale: 1,898 Sq. Ft.

Home Improvement StatusPrice per Sq. Ft.Dwelling Coverage
None or Very Minor Improvements$167$316,891
Some Additional Upgrades$209$396,114
Major Home Updates or Advancements$251$475,337

The dwelling coverage is calculated by the average cost per square foot ($167) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida times your heated square footage. Which would equal the cost to rebuild your home minus the cost of the property or land. Some homes will have a higher replacement cost due to home improvements like updated kitchens and bathrooms. Other upgrades may include: granite countertops, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. The national square foot average to build a brand new home is around 2500 square feet. So if you are looking to build, and your square footage of your new home is 2500, you are looking at a dwelling coverage premium of around $521,875 (Media price to build of $209 x 2500 sq. ft.) to cover the cost to rebuild your new home.

What is the difference between actual cash value and replacement cost value?

Homeowners insurance is available in both actual cash value (ACV) and replacement cost value (RCV). Knowing the difference is important:

Actual cash value: When valuing your personal possessions, an actual cash value policy will take depreciation into account. This means that your 10-year-old TV will be basically worthless according to your insurance company. While an ACV policy tends to be cheaper, if you have to make a claim you may be disappointed in your claim payout.

Replacement cost value: A RCV policy will replace your possessions with brand new items of similar quality regardless of how old they were at the time they were destroyed. While RCV policies are slightly more expensive, they are well worth the cost if you have to make a claim.