A single-family home at 475 S Banana River Dr in Merritt Island is listed for sale, according to Realtor.com. The property is located in a neighborhood that sits just south of the Kennedy Space Center and near the Banana River, a popular spot for fishing and wildlife viewing. The area is part of Brevard County, which has seen steady growth in housing demand over the past decade.
The home is one of several new listings in Merritt Island this month, a community that has become a draw for families seeking a balance between suburban living and access to NASA-related employment opportunities. The address is within walking distance of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, which spans over 140,000 acres and includes mangrove forests, saltwater marshes, and a diverse range of bird species.
Local real estate agents note that Merritt Island's housing market has remained stable, with median home prices hovering around $400,000 in 2023. The current listing is available through a real estate firm based in Cocoa, Florida, though details about the property's square footage, number of bedrooms, or recent renovations are not included in the public listing.
Residents of the area have access to schools within the Brevard Public School District, including Merritt Island High School, which has a graduation rate of 93% according to 2022 data. The property is also near State Road 520, a major corridor connecting the Space Coast to Cape Canaveral and the eastern parts of the county. Interested buyers are encouraged to contact the listing agent directly for more information.