Wilton Manors
A 2.5-square-mile island city bounded by canals, with Wilton Drive putting restaurants and retail within walking distance of most addresses.
County
Broward
Population
11,511
Why Here
Why Wilton Manors?
Wilton Drive puts restaurants, bars, and retail within walking distance of most residential addresses
Canal-bounded 2.5-square-mile footprint keeps supply permanently tight and turnover low
Canal-bounded island setting, 2.5 square miles, tight supply, consistent demand
Steps from Fort Lauderdale Las Olas, Flagler Village, and the beach
Colohatchee Park, mangrove preserve, boardwalk, and kayak launch on the Middle River
Jose's Take
Wilton Manors is the only city in Broward County where you can walk to dinner and walk home without a car. That's not a marketing line; it's just what Wilton Drive makes possible. I'm upfront with buyers about price: single-family homes with any updates are above $650K, the inventory is small, and competition is real. The buyers who commit here tend to stay. Low turnover is part of why the supply stays tight.
Jose Costa
(954) 614-1351“We spent a year on Zoom calls with Jose from Chicago. Every question we had, he had a real answer for. When we finally visited, we walked Wilton Drive for twenty minutes and both knew. There was nothing to think about after that.”
Buyers relocated from Chicago, Wilton Manors
The Community
Who lives in Wilton Manors?
11,511
Population
55.1
Median Age
$85,392
Median Household Income
$77,234
Per Capita Income
61.6%
Owner-Occupied
38.4%
Renter-Occupied
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates
What You'll Pay
What does your budget get you here?
Honest ranges, not the headline number on Zillow.
$400K – $550K
Condos and Dated Single-Family
1–2BR condos or smaller single-family homes needing significant renovation, older roofs, outdated kitchens, or structural work that accounts for the discount. Inventory here is limited; HOA fees in smaller condo buildings should be verified before comparing to other Broward options.
$550K – $650K
Small Single-Family with Work Required
2–3BR homes of 1,000–1,500 sq ft on smaller lots, typically needing cosmetic updates. The city's dense residential platting means large lots are uncommon. Walkability to Wilton Drive and proximity to Fort Lauderdale are what drive this price relative to comparable square footage elsewhere in Broward.
$650K – $800K+
Updated Single-Family
Move-in ready 3BR homes with renovated kitchens, updated baths, newer roofs, and outdoor spaces, some with small pools. This is where Wilton Manors' turnkey single-family inventory actually lives. Proximity to Wilton Drive and the canal lifestyle are embedded in this pricing tier.
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The Schools
Schools in Wilton Manors
Ratings from GreatSchools.org. Always visit in person.
Wilton Manors Elementary rates 5/10 and is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme. The feeder middle and high schools are both in Fort Lauderdale: Sunrise Middle rates 6/10, Fort Lauderdale High rates 6/10 and offers Cambridge AICE and a Pre-Law and Public Affairs magnet with graduation rates above 88%. The city's median age of 55 means school-age families are a smaller share of the community here than in most Broward cities. Verify school assignment using the Broward County district locator.
Local Life
Around Wilton Manors
Buying Here
Looking to buy in Wilton Manors?
Turnkey single-family in Wilton Manors starts above $650K and inventory is tight year-round. Buyers who want the walkability need to be ready to move when something appears. Jose knows what's actually available and what's worth waiting for in this market.
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Looking to rent in Wilton Manors?
Wilton Manors' rental market is driven by the walkability and proximity to Fort Lauderdale rather than a seasonal or institutional anchor. New rental inventory is nearly nonexistent given the city's fixed land supply, and desirable units move quickly. About 38% of housing units are renter-occupied.
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Thinking of selling in Wilton Manors?
Wilton Manors' fixed land supply and consistent buyer demand mean well-priced homes move without sitting long. Jose's free CMA shows exactly where your home sits in this supply-constrained market.
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About Wilton Manors
Wilton Manors is a 2.5-square-mile island city bounded by canals that functions as a walkable urban village in an otherwise car-dependent county. Wilton Drive puts independent dining, nightlife, retail, and community life within walking distance of most residential addresses. The city has an active civic identity: neighborhood associations are engaged, events are frequent, and residents tend to know each other in a way that's uncommon in larger Broward suburbs. Wilton Manors has a well-established LGBTQ+ community reflected across its businesses, events, and civic culture. The median resident age of 55 reflects a community that skews toward established professionals and retirees rather than young families. The honest tradeoffs: the overall median (all types) ran $613K–$685K in late 2025, and single-family homes averaged around $730K. Buyers at $400K–$550K are working in the condo segment or heavily dated single-family inventory. The city's small size keeps inventory consistently tight. There is no major grocery store in the city; Fort Lauderdale's infrastructure handles most daily needs. Flood insurance is a due-diligence priority given the canal-bounded topography.
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