Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Nova Southeastern University - Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Embracing research, diversity, and community involvement

NSU Nova Sharks Private Diverse Innovative Nurturing Convenient

Established in 1964, Nova Southeastern University is a private research university with a lot to offer, from state-of-the-art facilities to outstanding research opportunities to prestigious graduate programs. Nova values academic excellence and being student centered, with small class sizes ensuring individualized attention. NSU also meets the standards of a Hispanic-serving institution, emphasizing the importance of diversity and community engagement. The community additionally engages with the NSU Sharks sports teams, which compete in the NCAA Division II Sunshine State Conference.

A variety of apartments and townhomes are available for rent near Nova. Parts of Plantation, Davie, and Cooper City are all near campus, so look for properties within close proximity to University Drive and Griffin Road for ultimate convenience. NSU’s campus is also accessible from the 595 and Florida’s Turnpike, making longer commutes simple.

Nova boasts a vibrant campus life with more than 100 student clubs and organizations, cultural activities, and fitness classes. Fort Lauderdale Beach, Las Olas nightlife, Miami’s South Beach, and the Everglades are all within a short drive from NSU.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $1,871 for a studio, $2,175 for one bedroom, $2,823 for two bedrooms, and $4,002 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Lauderdale has decreased by -1.7% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 503 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,871/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 710 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,175/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,062 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,823/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,482 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,002/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

67

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

37

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

60

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Bayview Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

552 Students

10
out of 10

Floranada Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

748 Students

9
out of 10

Stephen Foster Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

691 Students

9
out of 10

Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

675 Students

8
out of 10

Croissant Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

692 Students

7
out of 10

Sunrise Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,242 Students

5
out of 10

Dillard High School

Public

Grades 6-12

2,279 Students

4
out of 10

New River Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,587 Students

4
out of 10

William Dandy Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

784 Students

3
out of 10

Seagull School

Public

Grades PK-12

148 Students

2
out of 10

Fort Lauderdale High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,228 Students

8
out of 10

Stranahan High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,438 Students

5
out of 10

Dillard High School

Public

Grades 6-12

2,279 Students

4
out of 10

Seagull School

Public

Grades PK-12

148 Students

2
out of 10

Wingate Oaks Center

Public

Grades PK-12

131 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Buehler Planetarium & Observatory
  • Tree Tops Park
  • Young at Art Children's Museum
  • Flamingo Gardens
  • Secret Woods Nature Center

Airports

  • Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International
  • Miami International

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