Can you buy a home on Florida's Space Coast with a VA loan in 2026?

Yes. Eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and surviving spouses can buy a home anywhere in Brevard County with zero down payment and no monthly mortgage insurance, and with full entitlement there is no …

What is Port Canaveral building for its commercial fishing fleet?

Port Canaveral is investing $5.2 million in a new working waterfront for its commercial fishing community on the Space Coast, featuring a 16 slip dock, 125 feet of dedicated bulkhead, and a fish cleaning pavilion. Completion is expected …

What is Allegra at Cocoa and when does it open?

Allegra at Cocoa is a newly completed apartment community bringing approximately 312 new homes to 4300 FL-524 in Cocoa, Florida. The community celebrates its official grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

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Is Florida's Space Coast dog friendly?

Yes. Brevard County has a designated dog-friendly beach at Canova Beach Park in Indian Harbour Beach, off-leash dog parks like the one at Wickham Park in Melbourne, and plenty of pet-welcoming neighborhoods, though HOA and condo rules vary.

Almost every …

What does it really cost to own a pool on Florida's Space Coast?

Beyond the purchase price, Space Coast pool owners pay for electricity, chemicals, maintenance, eventual resurfacing, and must meet Florida's pool safety law. Budget for ongoing costs, not just the higher sticker price.

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When are property taxes due in Brevard County, Florida?

Brevard County property tax bills are mailed around November 1 and are due by March 31. Pay early for a discount: 4% in November, 3% in December, 2% in January, 1% in February. Taxes become delinquent April 1.

What closing costs do home buyers pay in Brevard County, Florida?

Space Coast buyers typically pay loan fees, note stamps of $0.35 per $100 borrowed, intangible tax of $2 per $1,000 on the mortgage, plus appraisal, inspection, survey, and prepaid insurance and taxes.

Most buyers spend …

Should you live in Melbourne or Palm Bay, Florida?

Melbourne suits buyers who want established neighborhoods and quicker beach access, while Palm Bay, the largest city in Brevard County, offers more room and lower typical prices on Florida's Space Coast.

If you are relocating to …

It is one of the most common calls we get from Space Coast homeowners: "We are moving, but should we actually sell this house, or hang onto it and rent it out?" It is a fair question, especially if you bought before 2022 and locked in a low mortgage …

What is the difference between a home warranty and homeowners insurance in Florida?

Homeowners insurance covers sudden damage from events like wind and fire. A Florida home warranty is a service contract covering repair of appliances and systems that fail from normal wear and tear. Space Coast …