Tarpon River park with a curved path, benches, mature shade trees, and a pavilion.

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Explore Tarpon River Real Estate – Vibrant Living Awaits

26.1126° N, 80.1498° W

Tarpon River is one of Fort Lauderdale's fastest-growing neighborhoods, offering a unique blend of historic charm, waterfront living, and modern new construction. Located just south of Downtown Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas Boulevard, the neighborhood provides easy access to the city's business district, restaurants, nightlife, and Riverwalk, while remaining only about 10 minutes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and 15 minutes from Fort Lauderdale Beach.

The neighborhood has become a hotspot for luxury new construction, with modern waterfront estates and contemporary homes replacing older residences. Waterfront properties along the New River and Tarpon River offer deep-water dockage with no fixed bridges, making them highly desirable for boating enthusiasts. Limited waterfront inventory, combined with the area's central location and continued redevelopment, has fueled strong demand for new construction and luxury homes, making Tarpon River one of Fort Lauderdale's most exciting neighborhoods for buyers and investors alike.

Overview for Tarpon River, FL

3,056 people live in Tarpon River, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $88,718. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,056

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$88,718

Average individual Income

Around Tarpon River, FL

There's plenty to do around Tarpon River, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

58

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

47

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Audy's Place, Pirate Bar & Shop, and New River/Downtown Docking.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Audy's Place page on Yelp Search 317 SW 6th St on Google Maps	Dining	0.28 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Pirate Bar & Shop page on Yelp Search 400 SW 3rd Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.47 miles	1 review	1/5 stars
Visit the New River/Downtown Docking page on Yelp Search 2 S New River Dr E on Google Maps	Active	0.55 miles	2 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Hair Circus page on Yelp Search 501 SW 2nd Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.38 miles	91 reviews	4.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Tarpon River, FL

Population Households Employment

Tarpon River has 1,609 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Tarpon River do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,056 people call Tarpon River home. The population density is 5,423 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,056

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48 years

Median Age

53 / 47%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,609

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$88,718

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Tarpon River, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby Tarpon River. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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