New 26-Story ArtHaus Apartment Tower Approved for Downtown Fort Lauderdale

Downtown Fort Lauderdale is getting ready for another major addition to its skyline. Moderno Development has officially advanced plans for a new apartment tower called ArtHaus, and the Fort Lauderdale City Commission just gave it unanimous approval.

This project is more than just another high-rise — it represents growth, opportunity, and a stronger commitment to workforce housing in one of South Florida’s most in-demand markets.

The Details: What’s Being Built

The ArtHaus tower will rise 26 stories and include 265 apartments. Of those, 43 units are reserved as workforce housing, specifically for residents earning up to 120 percent of Broward County’s median income. That mix of market-rate and workforce housing is a big win for the community, helping balance demand with affordability in a rapidly growing downtown area.

Other key highlights include:

• A 7-story parking garage with 315 spaces
• An 8th-floor amenity deck featuring a pool, lounge, and co-working space
• 4,700 square feet of ground-floor retail and restaurant space

The location is just south of the New River and west of the Brightline tracks, placing future residents in the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s downtown lifestyle — close to transit, walkable dining, and the waterfront.

How It Came Together

Moderno assembled the six-parcel site between 2018 and 2021 for a combined $6.7 million. Originally, the development plan was slightly larger at 290 units with 71 workforce housing units, but the revised version trims the overall size while still keeping affordability in focus.

This latest approval signals strong support from city leaders, who voted unanimously in favor of the project. As Fort Lauderdale continues to grow, these kinds of developments highlight how the city is trying to balance density, affordability, and lifestyle amenities.

What This Means for Fort Lauderdale

For residents and future buyers, projects like ArtHaus show the direction of downtown development. The combination of luxury-style amenities, workforce housing, and mixed-use retail makes this tower a prime example of where South Florida’s urban core is heading.

More towers mean more options — and with Brightline access just steps away, it also means stronger connections to Miami, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. That makes Fort Lauderdale not just a great place to live, but also a strategic one for commuters and investors alike.

The Bottom Line

Fort Lauderdale’s growth shows no signs of slowing down. With ArtHaus approved, expect to see construction activity ramping up and another landmark rising over the downtown skyline soon. For those looking to invest, live, or expand in this market, now’s the time to keep a close eye on opportunities like this.

TL;DR Summary

• Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved Moderno’s 26-story ArtHaus tower.
• 265 apartments, including 43 workforce housing units.
• Amenities: pool, lounge, co-working space, 7-story garage, and retail space.
• Located just south of the New River, near Brightline transit.
• Part of ongoing growth reshaping Fort Lauderdale’s downtown skyline.

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