Sailboat Bend

Historic New River neighborhood west of downtown with bungalows, a city historic district and walkable character.
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Sailboat Bend is a historic Fort Lauderdale neighborhood immediately west of downtown along the New River, home to a city-designated historic district. An artistic, walkable atmosphere and historic architecture distinguish Sailboat Bend from newer condo corridors.

Outdoor and water context: The New River runs through the area, supporting docks and a river-oriented lifestyle beside downtown. Homes here include historic bungalows, Craftsman and Mission-style homes, renovated residences, townhomes and some newer construction. From Sailboat Bend, it is easy to reach the Riverwalk, downtown Fort Lauderdale, Sailboat Bend Preserve, Tarpon River and Riverside Park. Buyers weighing Sailboat Bend against nearby Broward addresses usually start with water access, commute and home style. Because properties in Sailboat Bend differ by lot, docks and finishes, a property-specific walkthrough is worthwhile.

Interested in buying or selling in Sailboat Bend? Brandon Tillemans with Douglas Elliman can help you review listings and local market conditions.

Overview for Sailboat Bend, FL

3,191 people live in Sailboat Bend, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $60,064. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,191

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

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

$60,064

Average individual Income

Around Sailboat Bend, FL

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

76
Very Walkable
Walking Score
62
Bikeable
Bike Score
52
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Southern Eats Kitchen, Broward BCycle, and Nicklaus Children's Health System Intermezzo Lounge.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.46 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Active 0.36 miles 7 reviews 3.3/5 stars
Nightlife 0.29 miles 3 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Nightlife 0.3 miles 3 reviews 4/5 stars
Nightlife 0.5 miles 2 reviews 4/5 stars
Nightlife 0.65 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sailboat Bend, FL

Sailboat Bend has 1,502 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sailboat Bend do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,191 people call Sailboat Bend home. The population density is 10,199 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,191

Total Population

High

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

48 years

Median Age

60 / 40%

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
1,502

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$60,064

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes