Pompano Beach (33069) Yields 7.9% in Broward County, Roughly Double the Coast

Yields across 54 neighborhoods in Broward County (Florida) range from 7.9% in Pompano Beach (33069) down to under 4% in premium beachfront areas. That spread is wider than the gap between short-term rental and long-term rental at the county level, which means WHERE you buy matters more than HOW you rent it out. This ranking shows which neighborhoods lead on gross yield and why the pattern holds across South Florida's second-largest county.

Pompano Beach (33069) Leads Broward at 7.9%, Nearly Double the Coastal Average

Top Broward County neighborhoods ranked by long-term rental gross yield. 3-bedroom houses, estimated values.

Gross yields = annual income / sale price. Based on 3-bed house medians. The dashboard shows every property type and bedroom count.

Affordable Western Suburbs Drive Yields; Rents Hold While Prices Stay Low

Pompano Beach (33069) leads Broward County because it combines a low entry price of $355,000 with rent that holds firm at $2,323 per month. Situated in western Broward between Sawgrass Mills Mall and the BB&T Center (now Amerant Bank Arena), this area draws a steady tenant base of families and workers who need proximity to the Sawgrass International Drive commercial corridor but cannot afford coastal pricing. For short-term rental operators, the area's proximity to major retail and entertainment venues creates visitor demand, reflected in the short-term yield of 14.3%.

Miramar (33023) ranks second at 7.5% with a slightly higher entry price of $460,000 but comparable rent at $2,894. Positioned at the northern edge of Broward County, bordering Boca Raton in Palm Beach County, this neighborhood benefits from overflow demand from the more expensive Palm Beach market. Its beach access and proximity to I-95 make it viable for both long-term tenants commuting north into Palm Beach and short-term visitors looking for a more affordable alternative to Fort Lauderdale beach hotels.

Oakland Park (33309) is the most affordable entry point on the list at $440,000, which is what pushes its yield to 7.4% despite lower rent at $2,704. This inner-west suburb sits between Fort Lauderdale and the Everglades, offering affordable housing stock with good highway access via the Turnpike and I-95. It is predominantly a long-term rental neighborhood with stable tenant demand from service-sector workers. Short-term rental is less natural here given the distance from the coast, though the short-term yield of 13.0% may still appeal to operators targeting budget-conscious visitors.

Lower Prices Boost Yields, but Premium Suburbs Offer a Different Thesis

The pattern in Broward County is clear: the highest-yielding neighborhoods are the most affordable. Rent does not fall proportionally with price because tenants across western Broward pay for the same employment market, the same school system, and the same proximity to South Florida's economy. An investor entering at $355,000 in Pompano Beach (33069) versus roughly $617,500 at the county median deploys just over half the capital for a meaningfully higher yield.

But the trade-off is real. Premium coastal neighborhoods command higher prices because buyers pay for beach access, walkability, and appreciation potential that inland suburbs rarely match. Fort Lauderdale's beachside ZIPs, Hollywood's oceanfront corridor, and Parkland's gated communities all trade at multiples of the western suburbs. Fort Lauderdale (33311) illustrates this tension: at $404,500, it is the most expensive suburb in the top five, but its high rent of $2,415 still generates 7.2%. This is an A-grade suburb with top-rated schools where investors accept more modest yield in exchange for lower vacancy risk, stronger tenant quality, and historically robust appreciation.

How Broward's Most In-Demand Neighborhoods Compare

For context, here is how some of Broward County's most recognized neighborhoods perform. These are established areas where investors typically accept lower yields in exchange for capital growth, liquidity, and premium tenant demand.

High-demand suburbs for context. Same methodology as the yield ranking above.

These premium neighborhoods yield less on long-term rental because buyers are paying for coastal access, lifestyle amenity, and the appreciation thesis that drives South Florida real estate. The short-term yield column is worth watching here: beachfront neighborhoods often close the gap or overtake inland suburbs on short-term rental because visitor willingness to pay a nightly premium near the ocean translates directly into higher gross revenue. For investors considering the short-term rental strategy, the premium suburbs may actually represent stronger opportunities than their long-term rental yields suggest.

What the Yield Ranking Does Not Show

A high gross yield can reflect depressed prices rather than strong rents. Some of Broward's top-yielding neighborhoods trade at lower prices because of older housing stock, higher insurance costs (a significant factor across South Florida), or less desirable school zones. The yield figure alone does not capture vacancy risk: coastal neighborhoods with deep tourist and tenant demand tend to have shorter vacancy periods, while inland suburbs may face longer gaps between tenants even if the headline yield looks better.

Capital growth is the other half of total returns. Beachfront and waterfront neighborhoods in Broward have historically appreciated faster than inland areas, driven by scarcity (there is only so much coastline), international buyer demand, and the ongoing migration of high-income earners from the Northeast. An investor in a coastal neighborhood yielding 4% but appreciating at 5% per year may outperform an inland investor yielding 7.9% with flat or slow-growing prices. The market score methodology accounts for both income and growth factors.

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Broward Yields Match the Florida Average but Beat the National Median

Broward County's median long-term rental gross yield of 5.3% sits in line with the Florida state average of 6.1% and above the national average of 5.3%. The top suburb at 7.9% substantially exceeds both benchmarks, while premium coastal neighborhoods trail the national median. For investors comparing South Florida markets, Broward offers a middle ground between Miami-Dade's higher prices and lower yields and Palm Beach County's more varied suburban landscape. The county's inland-versus-coastal yield gap persists even After All Costs, Broward County's Short-Term Rental Edge Shrinks to 2.3%. The county's short-term rental gross yield of 8.8% reflects strong visitor demand driven by Fort Lauderdale's position as one of Florida's busiest tourism and cruise port destinations.

Florida's Regulatory Environment Favors Short-Term Rental Investors

Permit required ($500) in Hollywood. Hollywood requires a Vacation Rental License ($500 new, $350 renewal). Must install noise level detection device (data retained 180 days). Responsible person must respond within 60 minutes. $1 million liability insurance required. Also requires Broward County Business Tax Receipt and state DBPR license. No night cap. This means Broward County investors can generally pursue both long-term and short-term rental strategies without the regulatory uncertainty that limits markets like Nashville or New York. A state vacation rental license and tourist development taxes apply, with the combined tax burden at approximately 9.5% on short-term rental revenue. This is collected from guests and does not directly reduce operator income, but it increases the total cost for visitors. Investors should verify current permit requirements with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and check for any HOA or condo association restrictions that may limit short-term rental activity in specific communities.

The Neighborhood You Choose Changes Your Returns More Than the Strategy

Broward County's 54 neighborhoods span from $355,000 to $2,742,100 for a 3-bedroom house. That price range creates a fundamentally different investment at each end. An investor entering at $355,000 in Pompano Beach (33069) needs roughly half the capital of the county median and generates nearly double the yield. An investor in a beachfront neighborhood pays a premium for location, accepts a lower yield, and bets on appreciation and the short-term rental premium to close the gap.

These are county-level and neighborhood-level medians. Individual properties vary by condition, exact location, bedroom count, and property type. The full Broward County breakdown lets you filter by neighborhood, property type, and bedroom count so you can model the specific property you are considering rather than relying on medians. For an overview of how Broward County compares to other Florida markets on price, yield, and regulations, see the data sources page. (remove entire sentence)

Data reflects market conditions as of April 2026.

This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Regulations and market conditions change frequently. Verify current rules with local authorities before making investment decisions.