Space Coast Real Estate

April 28, 2026

Seller Expectations vs Brevard County Buyer Reality on the Space Coast in 2026

How big is the gap between Space Coast seller expectations and what Brevard County buyers actually pay in 2026?

Across Brevard County, Florida, Space Coast sellers in 2026 are typically pricing 4 to 8 percent above what comparable homes are closing for, with the gap widening above …

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April 28, 2026

What Homes Are Sitting on the Space Coast and Why in 2026

Why are some homes sitting on the Space Coast in 2026?

Homes sitting longer than 60 days on the Space Coast in Brevard County, Florida usually share three problems: pricing that does not match condition, weak photography, and a roof or insurance issue that scares off financed …

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April 28, 2026

Which Space Coast Price Range Is Moving Fastest Right Now in 2026

What price range is selling fastest on the Space Coast in 2026?

Homes between $350,000 and $475,000 across Brevard County, Florida are moving the fastest in 2026, with average days on market 30 to 50 percent lower than the over $750,000 tier.

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April 27, 2026

Where to Live in Merritt Island, FL — Part 2: Central Merritt Island Driving Tour

This is Part 2 of Rachel's three-part Merritt Island series — a driving tour through Central Merritt Island, covering Diana Shores, Courtenay Parkway, Sykes Creek, and Surfside Estates. Rachel lives in this area and takes this tour herself regularly. If you missed Part 1 (North) or Part 3 …

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April 26, 2026

Thinking About Moving to Florida's Space Coast? Watch This First — A Local's Complete Guide

Rachel is driving back from showings in Melbourne — and in this video she covers everything a first-time Space Coast relocator needs to know. Four years of living here, 35+ families helped through the move. If you're thinking about it, start here.

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April 26, 2026

Everything New Coming to the Space Coast Florida in 2026: Big Projects, Growth, and What It Means for Buyers

If you have driven through Brevard County in the last twelve months, you already know something is happening here. Cranes are everywhere. Whole tracts of land that were palmetto scrub a year ago are now graded pads with utility stub-outs. Roads are being widened. New roundabouts are popping …

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April 26, 2026

Where to Live in Merritt Island, FL — Part 3: South Merritt Island Driving Tour

This is Part 3 of Rachel's Merritt Island series — a full driving tour through the southern portions of the island, covering Newfound Harbor, Marker 24, South Tropical Trail, and Dragon Point. If you missed Part 1 (North Merritt Island) or Part 2 (Central Merritt Island), start there. …

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April 25, 2026

Beachside vs Mainland: Same Budget, Totally Different House on the Space Coast

How much more does beachside cost per square foot than mainland on the Space Coast?

Beachside Brevard County (Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Indialantic, and Melbourne Beach) typically sells for 30 to 60 percent more per square foot than mainland Space Coast cities …

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April 25, 2026

What $600K Buys in Viera, Merritt Island, and Satellite Beach

What does $600,000 buy you in Viera, Merritt Island, or Satellite Beach, Florida?

At a $600,000 budget in Brevard County, Florida, you can typically expect a 4-bedroom newer-build home with garage and yard in Viera, a mid-century pool home or canal-adjacent property in Merritt Island, …

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April 25, 2026

I Compared Property Taxes: California vs New Jersey vs Florida on a $700K Home

How do property taxes compare on a $700,000 home in California, New Jersey, and Florida?

On a $700,000 home, estimated annual property taxes are roughly $5,180 in California, $15,470 in New Jersey, and $6,090 in Brevard County, Florida before any homestead exemptions are applied. The …

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