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Life in Lauderdale

Life in Lauderdale Real Estate — #1 SoFlo Relocation Team, as seen on HGTV. Scan to meet Shannon on Zoom. Call or text 240-355-3238.

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FEATURED PROPERTIES

Active Fort Lauderdale Listings

1100 Harbor Beach Drive
Active Virtual Tour
$4,250,000
5 Beds 6 Baths 6,800 SqFt

1100 Harbor Beach Drive

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

House · Harbor Beach#F1140612
818 Las Olas Court
Active Virtual Tour
$3,900,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 5,200 SqFt

818 Las Olas Court

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

House · Las Olas Isles#F1140588
711 Rio Vista Boulevard
Active Virtual Tour
$2,600,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,100 SqFt

711 Rio Vista Boulevard

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

House · Rio Vista#F1140491
2401 Coral Ridge Drive
Active
$1,850,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,100 SqFt

2401 Coral Ridge Drive

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

House · Coral Ridge#F1140571

FREE RELOCATION CONSULTATION

Are You Ready to Take the Next Step in Achieving Your Goals?

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30 Min Strategy Call

30 min

Our upcoming Zoom meeting is designed to be a personalized and efficient session focused on your relocation journey to South Florida. We'll kick off by delving into "Your Goals," understanding your motivations behind your move whether it's career growth, a coastal lifestyle upgrade, tax advantages, or simply starting a new chapter.

Next we will move on to "Your Wants." We'll explore your ideal property features and neighborhood vibes—waterfront access, high-rise living, and vibrant walk-friendly communities that match your lifestyle.

The heart of our discussion will revolve around "Our Relocation Process." I'll walk you through our strategy of targeting top neighborhoods and navigating the nuances of South Florida's local market.

My goal is to leverage my expertise to make your transition seamless, smart, and stress-free. I look forward to aligning our strategy with your vision and making your move to South Florida an Amazing experience!

Step 1 of 9

What brings you to Fort Lauderdale?

WHY FORT LAUDERDALE

Why Are So Many People Choosing Fort Lauderdale?

300+ Miles of Waterways

For boating, waterfront living, and one of America's most recognizable marine lifestyles.

Beaches

South Florida living minutes from the Atlantic.

Las Olas

Dining, shopping, arts, entertainment, nightlife, and culture.

Connectivity

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and easy access throughout South Florida.

Neighborhood Variety

Waterfront estates, condos, suburban communities, downtown apartments, and everything between.

South Florida Lifestyle

Year-round outdoor living, entertainment, culture, boating, dining, and sunshine.

NEIGHBORHOOD DISCOVERY

Don't Just Choose a House. Choose Your Lauderdale.

Las Olas Isles

Las Olas Isles

Waterfront • Luxury • Boating

Iconic waterfront estates with private docks along Fort Lauderdale's most storied boulevard.

Victoria Park

Victoria Park

Central • Charming • Residential

Leafy, walkable, and established—one of the city's most loved residential enclaves.

Coral Ridge

Coral Ridge

Established • Upscale • Convenient

Quiet upscale streets minutes from the beach, dining, and downtown.

Harbor Beach

Harbor Beach

Luxury • Waterfront • Private

Gated waterfront estates offering deep-water dockage and privacy.

Flagler Village

Flagler Village

Urban • Creative • Walkable

The city's creative district—lofts, breweries, galleries, and nightlife.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale

Downtown Fort Lauderdale

High-Rise • Connected • Entertainment

High-rise living at the center of dining, arts, and the riverfront.

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Beach Town • Relaxed • Coastal

A walkable seaside village with a pier, reefs, and small-town charm.

Rio Vista

Rio Vista

Prestigious • Residential • Waterfront Access

Prestigious residential streets with graceful access to the Intracoastal.

LIFESTYLE MATCHING

What's Your Fort Lauderdale Lifestyle?

Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal waterfront estate with palms and dock

Don't Just Move to Fort Lauderdale.

Find Your Life in Lauderdale.

Sun. Water. Homes. Lifestyle. Possibility. — the everyday life waiting for you on the Intracoastal.

Shannon Pettiford, Life in Lauderdale

YOUR LOCAL GUIDE

Relocating Is Easier When You Know Someone Local.

Shannon Pettiford

Founder | Licensed Real Estate Professional

With 20 years of real estate experience and extensive knowledge of South Florida, Shannon helps buyers move beyond browsing listings to understand where and how they want to live.

From neighborhood discovery and home search to negotiation and closing, Life in Lauderdale provides the local guidance relocating buyers need to make Fort Lauderdale home.

15 Years Real Estate ExperienceSouth Florida SpecialistBuyer RepresentationSeller RepresentationRelocation Guidance

THE PROCESS

From “We're Thinking About Florida…” …to “We're Home.”

01

Tell Us What You're Looking For

Share your timeline, budget, lifestyle, and home preferences.

02

Discover Your Lauderdale

We'll help identify neighborhoods and communities aligned with how you want to live.

03

Find the Right Home

Receive curated properties rather than endless irrelevant listings.

04

Tour From Anywhere

Coordinate in-person visits and remote property viewing when necessary.

05

Make Your Move

Navigate offers, negotiations, closing, and the transition into your new South Florida home.

RELOCATION SERVICES

More Than a Home Search.

Neighborhood Guidance

Understand how Fort Lauderdale communities differ before selecting where to buy.

Curated Home Search

Properties filtered around your actual priorities.

Virtual Home Tours

Useful for relocating buyers unable to visit every property in person.

Market Education

Understand local pricing, inventory, housing types, HOA considerations, and market conditions.

Offer & Negotiation

Professional representation throughout the transaction.

Relocation Guidance

Help buyers understand their transition into Fort Lauderdale beyond the house itself.

Selling Your Current Home

Where appropriate, connect the buyer journey to seller representation.

SOCIAL PROOF

People Don't Just Move Homes. They Move Their Lives.

We were moving from New Jersey and knew almost nothing about Fort Lauderdale. Shannon narrowed us into Victoria Park within two calls and we were under contract six weeks later.
The Marin FamilyRelocating from New Jersey
I couldn't keep flying down from Boston. The virtual tours and neighborhood breakdowns let me make a confident offer sight-unseen.
Jessica M.Boston → Fort Lauderdale
As first-time South Florida buyers we had no idea how different waterfront, condo, and HOA living would be. Life in Lauderdale made it make sense.
Andre & Priya T.First-time South Florida buyers

ALREADY LIVE IN FORT LAUDERDALE?

Your Next Move May Start With Selling.

Whether you're moving across town or across the country, Life in Lauderdale can help you understand your property's position in today's market.

Fort Lauderdale skyline and Intracoastal at sunset

Your New Life Could Be Closer Than You Think.

Tell us what you're looking for and let's find your place in Fort Lauderdale.

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