Space Coast Real Estate

June 5, 2026

Brevard County Hurricane Deductibles Explained: Why Space Coast Policies Have Two Deductibles

Why does a Florida homeowners insurance policy on the Space Coast have two different deductibles?

Florida law requires a separate hurricane deductible on most homeowners policies. Brevard County Space Coast homeowners typically have one deductible for everyday claims and a second, larger hurricane deductible that is set as …

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June 5, 2026

Living on a Golf Course in Brevard County: Suntree, Viera, and Cocoa Beach Compared

Where can you live on a golf course in Brevard County, Florida?

The three main golf-course communities on the Space Coast are Suntree (private Suntree Country Club), Viera (public Duran Golf Club), and Cocoa Beach (municipal Cocoa Beach Country Club). Each one fits a different type of …

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June 5, 2026

Sales Tax in Brevard County FL vs Other Florida Counties: What Space Coast Buyers Pay

What is the sales tax in Brevard County, Florida?

The 2026 combined sales tax rate in Brevard County is 7.0%. That is 6.0% state sales tax plus 1.0% county discretionary surtax. The county surtax applies only to the first $5,000 of any single tangible item, which is …

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June 5, 2026

Brevard County Impact Fees on New Construction: What Space Coast Buyers Pay Before Move-In

What are Brevard County impact fees on new construction homes?

Brevard County collects impact fees on new residential construction to help fund roads, schools, parks, and other infrastructure. The fees are paid before the certificate of occupancy (in some Brevard cities, before the building permit) and are added …

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June 5, 2026

Hurricane Evacuation Zones in Brevard County: A to E Explained for Space Coast Buyers

What are the hurricane evacuation zones in Brevard County, Florida?

Brevard County uses five hurricane evacuation zones (A through E) based on storm-surge risk. Zone A is the barrier islands and the highest-risk areas on the Space Coast. Evacuation orders are called zone by zone, not county-wide.

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June 4, 2026

Why So Many People Are Moving to Viera FL Right Now

So you are thinking about moving to Viera, Florida. Maybe you have the offer letter, maybe you are retiring, maybe you are just tired of the cold and ready to escape to the Space Coast. Whatever the case, this guide will help you decide if Viera …

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June 3, 2026

How Much Do You Need to Buy a Home in Cocoa Beach FL? (2026 Cost Breakdown)

If you're thinking about buying in Cocoa Beach, the first question almost everyone asks us is some version of "how much do I actually need to pull this off?" Cocoa Beach is one of the most-searched ZIP codes on Florida's Space Coast, but the real number to buy …

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June 3, 2026

Best Neighborhoods in Indialantic FL for Families (2026 Guide)

Indialantic is one of the smallest cities in Brevard County, but for families looking at the Space Coast, it punches way above its weight. Walkable beach streets, top-rated schools, and a small-town feel just minutes from Melbourne make it one of the most-asked-about towns in our market. If you're …

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June 3, 2026

Snowbird Guide to Buying a Second Home on Florida's Space Coast

What should snowbirds know before buying a second home on Florida's Space Coast?

That a Florida second home is not a Florida residency, that claiming the homestead exemption you are not entitled to carries a 50 percent penalty plus 15 percent interest, and that your northern state gets …

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June 3, 2026

VA Loan Guide for Space Coast Military Buyers: Patrick SFB and Kennedy Space Center

How do VA loans work for military buyers on Florida's Space Coast near Patrick SFB and Kennedy Space Center?

VA loans let eligible service members, veterans, and surviving spouses buy a Brevard County home with 0% down and no monthly mortgage insurance, and since 2020 there is …

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