Moving to Hollywood, Florida

A practical city guide for deciding whether Hollywood fits your life, planning the move, and settling in with fewer surprises.

Moving to Hollywood, Florida? Start with the local context that changes a relocation decision in Broward County. With roughly 153,000 residents, Hollywood sits in Southeast Florida. Locally it's known as the long Hollywood Broadwalk on the Atlantic, easier-to-park beach access than Fort Lauderdale, and a mid-priced South Florida entry point. For relocators it's more affordable beach access than Fort Lauderdale or Miami Beach with the same Atlantic weather. Climate: tropical maritime — warm winters in the high 70s, summer highs around 90 with steady sea breezes, intense rainy season June through October. Before choosing a home, pay attention to Atlantic hurricanes, king tide saltwater intrusion, the highest property insurance rates in Florida. Local areas to put on your research list include Hollywood Beach, Downtown Hollywood, Emerald Hills. Use the guides, comparison tools, apartment research, and hurricane profile below before you narrow the move to an address.