Where is Cape Canaveral, FL?

Cape Canaveral is an incorporated city on the same barrier island as Cocoa Beach, just north of Cocoa Beach proper. The city sits between the Atlantic Ocean and the Banana River, with Port Canaveral and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to the immediate north. Zip code 32920.

What is the difference between Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach?

Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach occupy the same barrier island but are separate municipalities. Cape Canaveral is generally lower priced per square foot, with more condos and smaller single-family lots, and sits closer to Port Canaveral cruise terminals. Cocoa Beach has more surf-town character, more single-family inventory, and Cocoa Beach Country Club.

Are there short-term rentals in Cape Canaveral?

Yes, in defined zoning districts subject to city ordinance. Investor buyers should verify zoning and HOA rules for any specific address before making an offer.

What is the median home price in Cape Canaveral?

The 12-month median sale price for Cape Canaveral single-family homes runs in the high four hundreds to high fives. Oceanfront and Banana River condos price on a separate per-square-foot scale.

Is Cape Canaveral in a hurricane evacuation zone?

Yes. Cape Canaveral sits in evacuation Zone A and is the first zone called when Brevard County issues mandatory evacuations. Most homes use hurricane shutters or impact-rated windows.

How long is the commute from Cape Canaveral to Port Canaveral?

Port Canaveral cruise terminals sit immediately north of Cape Canaveral, roughly 5 to 10 minutes from any Cape Canaveral address. Kennedy Space Center is roughly 20 to 25 minutes via SR 528 and SR 3.

What zip code is Cape Canaveral?

Cape Canaveral uses zip code 32920. The adjoining Cocoa Beach city uses 32931.

What cities are on Florida Space Coast?

Florida Space Coast includes Melbourne, Viera, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, Rockledge, Titusville, Indian Harbour Beach, Indialantic, Melbourne Beach, Satellite Beach, West Melbourne, and Palm Bay in Brevard County.

Do you offer relocation services to Florida Space Coast?

Yes! Living Space Coast specializes in relocation services for families moving to Brevard County, Florida. Rachel Langley and Nichole Barna at Blue Marlin Real Estate help you find the right community and home.

How do I find out what my Space Coast home is worth?

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Welcome to

Cape Canaveral, FL Homes For Sale

Cape Canaveral sits on the barrier island just south of Port Canaveral and the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Beachside condos, single-family streets, and a working-port lifestyle, all under a tighter price point than Cocoa Beach.

Barrier Island

Location

Beachside

Vibe

Beach Condos

Best For

5 Min To Port

Commute

By the numbers

Cape Canaveral at a glance

$310K

Median Home Price

32920

Zip Code

Walk to Beach

And Port

Cape Canaveral is a beachside city wedged between the Atlantic and the Banana River, anchored by Port Canaveral cruise terminal. Mostly condos and townhomes with a smaller pocket of single-family neighborhoods, this is the affordable beachside option for buyers who want to walk to the ocean without Cocoa Beach prices.

Why buyers choose

Cape Canaveral

Beachside Living

Walkable Atlantic beaches without Cocoa Beach pricing. Strong condo inventory and single-family pockets.

Port Canaveral Adjacent

Five minutes to Port Canaveral cruise terminals and the marina district.

KSC Commute

Direct route to Kennedy Space Center for aerospace and Space Force employees.

Where the homes are

Neighborhoods in Cape Canaveral

Harbor Heights

Single-family neighborhood NE of Canaveral Blvd, walkable to the beach.

Cape Shores

Condominium community with clubhouse, pool, fitness center, and putting green.

Shorewood

Oceanfront condominium community with direct beach access.

Banana River

Homes with Banana River frontage near Manatee Sanctuary Park.

Beach Park Village

Established small-lot single-family neighborhood near the city center.

Around town

What's Nearby

Outdoors

Manatee Sanctuary Park (Banana River)
Jetty Park at Port Canaveral
Cherie Down Park

Daily Life

Port Canaveral cruise terminals
Exploration Tower
Cove restaurants and marina

Drive Times

21 min to Kennedy Space Center
5 min to Cocoa Beach
55 min to Orlando via SR-528

Notable

Founder's Day Festival (March)
Space Coast Dragon Boat Festival (April)
One of world's busiest cruise ports

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Where the homes are

36 Neighborhoods In Cape Canaveral

Every neighborhood page carries its own closed sales, association fees and live listings. Pick a name to see the numbers.

8730 Clara Elizabeth Lane Unit 206, Cape Canaveral image

8730 Clara Elizabeth Lane Unit 206, Cape Canaveral $340,000

Rare 2-story townhouse-style condo in desirable Canaveral Woods, just blocks south of Port Canaveral and beautiful Peacock Beach! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home o...

3 Beds
3 Baths
1090854 MLS

614 Beach Park Lane, Cape Canaveral image

614 Beach Park Lane, Cape Canaveral $289,000

Resort-Style Living Near the Space Coast's Top Employers! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath second-floor villa is located in the highly sought-after Villages of Seap...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090853 MLS

200 International Drive Unit 109, Cape Canaveral image

200 International Drive Unit 109, Cape Canaveral $229,000

Completely Renovated Condo in Paradise! Beautifully renovated from ceiling to floor, this spacious, move-in-ready condo at Canaveral Bay offers an impressive list of upg...

2 Beds
1 Baths
1090799 MLS

201 International Drive Unit 642, Cape Canaveral image

201 International Drive Unit 642, Cape Canaveral $375,000

Stunning Waterfront Corner Condo | Unbeatable Banana River Views Welcome home to this move-in ready, clean 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom 4th floor corner unit. Offering close pa...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090796 MLS

317 Seaport Boulevard, Cape Canaveral image

317 Seaport Boulevard, Cape Canaveral $369,000

A three-bedroom townhome in the Villages of Seaport? What a rare opportunity! Enjoy coastal living surrounded by lush greenery in this bright 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath end-uni...

3 Beds
3 Baths
1090619 MLS

5800 N Banana River Boulevard Unit 116, Cape Canaveral image

5800 N Banana River Boulevard Unit 116, Cape Canaveral $235,000

Remodeled condo. Centrally located: close to stores, beach, river, Orlando airport. Great community living. On site management which is very helpful. Condo features hu...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090576 MLS

407 Adams Avenue, Cape Canaveral $414,000

Only 2 Blocks to Beach! Live the ultimate coastal lifestyle in this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath half-duplex. Featuring a 1-car garage and an unbeatable location. This prop...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090591 MLS

205 Adams Avenue, Cape Canaveral $699,900

This beautifully updated home, just a short stroll from the beach, offers easy coastal living with inviting spaces inside and out. Extensively remodeled in 2018, the home...

3 Beds
2 Baths
1090482 MLS

346 Beach Park Lane, Cape Canaveral image

346 Beach Park Lane, Cape Canaveral $210,500

Paradise awaits you in this resort style Oceanfront community with lots of amenities: Gated entry, private beach access, Clubhouse with fitness center and viewing deck, 3...

1 Beds
1 Baths
1090470 MLS

504 Fillmore Avenue, Cape Canaveral image

504 Fillmore Avenue, Cape Canaveral $340,000

Ground floor! Oceanfront! Fully furnished! Turn-key ready! This Sand Pebbles gem is the one you've been waiting for! Step inside and feel it immediately, hear the Ocea...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090405 MLS

221 Columbia Drive Unit 137, Cape Canaveral image

221 Columbia Drive Unit 137, Cape Canaveral $115,000

Welcome to coastal living in Cape Canaveral! This charming ground-floor studio condo offers an inviting, low-maintenance lifestyle in a convenient Space Coast location. F...

1 Baths
1090189 MLS

410 Monroe Avenue, Cape Canaveral $135,000

Opportunity knocks in Cape Canaveral! Enjoy beachside living in this beautifully updated second-floor condo, just blocks from the beach! This bright and inviting one-bedr...

1 Beds
1 Baths
1090065 MLS

8758 Palmetto Court, Cape Canaveral image

8758 Palmetto Court, Cape Canaveral $360,000

Welcome to your ultimate beach retreat in a desirable, gated oceanfront community. Perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully updated, low-maintenance tow...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1089851 MLS

230 Columbia Drive Unit 104, Cape Canaveral image

230 Columbia Drive Unit 104, Cape Canaveral $225,000

Location, location, location! This fully updated turnkey end unit condo is ideally situated in the heart of Cape Canaveral, just minutes to the beach, Port Canaveral, sho...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1089749 MLS

664 Seaport Boulevard, Cape Canaveral image

664 Seaport Boulevard, Cape Canaveral $379,900

SUN, SEA, SPACE! Pack your suitcase! Fully furnished and truly move-in ready, this well-maintained 2003-built townhouse-style condo is ideally located within the gated ...

2 Beds
3 Baths
1089721 MLS

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