If you have ever driven past the Cocoa Beach Pier and thought about owning a slice of the Space Coast within walking distance of the sand, this listing at Chateau by the Sea is worth a closer look. It is a first-floor, fully furnished condo currently listed at $599,000, and it is set up to work as either a beach getaway, a full-time home, or a short-term rental with income already on the books.
Chateau by the Sea: A Cocoa Beach Condo Steps from the Pier
Chateau by the Sea is one of the beachside condo buildings in Cocoa Beach, Florida with a location that is genuinely walkable to the pier, the restaurants, and the sand. This is the kind of address buyers ask us about specifically when they want the "leave your car parked all weekend" version of Cocoa Beach ownership.
Inside the Condo: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Turnkey Furnished
Renovated Kitchen and Open Living
The interior of this first-floor unit has already been updated. The kitchen has been renovated with a clean, coastal-friendly feel, and the layout flows into the living space so the whole main level feels bigger than the square footage suggests. Since it comes fully furnished, a buyer can literally show up with a suitcase and start using it (or renting it) right away.
Primary Suite and Guest Bedroom
You get a comfortable primary suite plus a guest bedroom, giving you a true two-bedroom, two-bathroom footprint that works for a couple, a small family, or a rotation of vacation guests. In-unit laundry is included, which is a big deal for a short-term rental in this market because guests do not want to hunt for a shared laundry room after a beach day.
Private Patio Space
The first-floor location gives you private patio space of your own, which is one of the details you notice more in person than you do in photos. It is a quiet spot to enjoy the ocean breeze without having to head all the way up to the shared amenities.
The Cocoa Beach Location: Pier, Restaurants, and Beach Access
Steps to the Cocoa Beach Pier
The Cocoa Beach Pier is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Brevard County, and this condo puts you close enough to walk to it. That means live music, sunrise coffee walks, and casual dinners at the pier restaurants are part of the day-to-day routine, not a drive.
Private Beach Access
The community includes private beach access for owners and guests, so there is a dedicated way to get to the sand without competing for public parking. On a busy weekend in Cocoa Beach, that convenience alone changes how you experience the property.
Amenities That Set This Building Apart
Rooftop Deck with Ocean and Rocket Launch Views
The rooftop deck is one of the standout features of Chateau by the Sea. From up top you get open ocean views, and because Cocoa Beach sits just south of Cape Canaveral, that same rooftop turns into a front-row seat every time SpaceX or ULA launches from the Space Coast. Rocket launch viewing is one of the most-requested amenities we hear from out-of-state buyers, and this building delivers it without you ever having to leave home.
Pool, Grilling Area, and Shuffleboard
Beyond the rooftop, the community also includes a pool, a grilling area, and shuffleboard, which gives you plenty of places to hang out beyond your own unit. For rental guests, these amenities are a big part of the reason they book a Cocoa Beach condo instead of a hotel.
Investment Potential: Rental History and Future Bookings
This is where this listing really separates itself from a typical Cocoa Beach condo. The unit already has an established short-term rental history, and there are future bookings already in place at the time of sale. That means a buyer stepping in is not starting from zero. You inherit reviews, listings, and calendar income from day one.
Self-Manage or Use the On-Site Property Manager
Chateau by the Sea gives owners flexibility on how to run the rental side. You can self-manage the unit on your preferred platform, or you can use the on-site property management company and let them handle turnovers, guest communication, and maintenance. That option matters a lot to out-of-state buyers who want passive income without becoming a part-time innkeeper from another time zone.
Who This Cocoa Beach Condo Is Right For
Based on what we see in the Cocoa Beach market, this property fits three buyer profiles especially well. The vacation home buyer who wants an easy beach escape a few weekends a month and is happy to let rentals cover the carrying costs the rest of the year. The Space Coast investor who wants a turnkey short-term rental with income already booked, plus room to grow revenue by optimizing listing photos and pricing. And the soon-to-be full-time resident who wants to lock in a Cocoa Beach address now, rent it while they finish out a job or a lease, and move in later.
What to Know About Buying a Cocoa Beach Condo
Cocoa Beach condos are a specific slice of the Brevard County market. Insurance, rental rules, and reserves are the three things we walk buyers through before they get too far into a specific unit, because those pieces can change the true cost of ownership more than the sticker price will. Chateau by the Sea's amenities and location put it in the stronger tier of Cocoa Beach buildings, but every deal still comes down to running the real numbers.
If you want to see this Chateau by the Sea condo in person, or you want a shortlist of Cocoa Beach investment properties that fit your budget and cash-flow goals, reach out and we will get you booked.
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