Is Merritt Island a barrier island?

Yes. Merritt Island sits between two estuarine waterways, the Indian River on the west and the Banana River on the east, which makes the entire land mass a barrier island under Florida coastal definitions.

Is Merritt Island in a hurricane evacuation zone?

Yes. Most of Merritt Island sits in evacuation Zone A, which is the first zone called when Brevard County issues mandatory evacuations. Owners typically prepare with hurricane shutters or impact windows and have an inland evacuation plan.

What is the difference between North and South Merritt Island?

North Merritt Island runs from SR 528 north to Kennedy Space Center, with larger lots, more acreage, and quieter neighborhoods like Sunset Lakes and Newfound Harbor. South Merritt Island runs from SR 520 south, with denser established neighborhoods like Diana Shores, Sykes Cove, and Plantation closer to Eau Gallie Causeway and Pineda Causeway.

How long is the commute from Merritt Island to Kennedy Space Center?

From central Merritt Island, the Kennedy Space Center main gate is roughly 20 to 25 minutes via SR 3 north. Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is roughly 15 to 20 minutes via SR 528. Patrick Space Force Base is roughly 25 minutes via SR 520 and A1A south.

What is the median home price on Merritt Island?

The 12-month median sale price on Merritt Island runs in the high four hundreds to low five hundreds, with a 2025 Brevard MLS reported median around $500,000. Waterfront, gated, and acreage homes price meaningfully higher.

Are there 55+ communities on Merritt Island?

Yes. Osprey Landing is a gated 55+ community in central Merritt Island. There are also smaller age-targeted condo developments. Most 55+ buyers comparing Merritt Island also look at Heritage Isle in Viera and Indian River Colony Club.

What zip codes cover Merritt Island?

Merritt Island uses zip codes 32952, 32953, and 32954. Mailing addresses across the island all read Merritt Island, FL.

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?

Get a free home valuation at livingspacecoast.com/cma/property-valuation/ or call 321-212-7676. Rachel Langley provides a comparative market analysis based on recent sales in your Brevard County neighborhood.

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Q: Does Merritt Island have boating access?

Yes. Sykes Creek runs the length of the island and connects to the Banana River and Newfound Harbor. Many homes have private docks. Public ramps include Kelly Park, Veterans Memorial Park, and the Merritt Island Causeway boat ramp. Note that bridge clearance on Sykes Creek limits sailboat mast height in some sections.

Merritt Island is a barrier island in Brevard County, Florida, sitting between the Indian River and the Banana River. Kennedy Space Center is to the north, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to the east, and Cocoa Beach across the SR 520 causeway. Unincorporated, covering zip codes 32952, 32953, and 32954. Boating-access waterfront, established single-family neighborhoods, North versus South character distinctions, and a strong KSC and Space Force commute.

Between Two Rivers

Location

Boating Town

Vibe

Waterfront

Best For

10 Min To Beach

Commute

By the numbers

Merritt Island at a glance

~$500,000

Median sale price

32952 / 32953 / 32954

Zip codes

20 to 25 min

To KSC main gate

Unincorporated

Brevard County

Why buyers choose Merritt Island

Three reasons it works

Waterfront Living

Sykes Creek runs the length of the island and connects to the Banana River and Newfound Harbor. Many homes have private docks. Public ramps include Kelly Park, Veterans Memorial Park, and the Merritt Island Causeway boat ramp. Bridge clearance on Sykes Creek limits sailboat mast height in some sections.

KSC and Space Force Commute

Direct route to Kennedy Space Center main gate (20 to 25 minutes via SR 3 north), Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (15 to 20 minutes via SR 528), and Patrick Space Force Base (25 minutes via SR 520 and A1A south). Strong residential choice for KSC and contractor families.

Causeway To Beach

Ten minutes across the SR 520 causeway to Cocoa Beach. Pineda Causeway south to Indian Harbour Beach in roughly 15 minutes. Best of both worlds: barrier island lifestyle without the surf-town tourist traffic of Cocoa Beach proper.

Where the homes are

Neighborhoods in Merritt Island

Tortoise Island

Private gated luxury waterfront community on the Banana River.

Diana Shores

Established canal-front neighborhood with access to Sykes Creek.

Villa De Palmas

Mid-island neighborhood with winding streets and well-kept homes.

South Tropical Trail

Upscale waterfront estates along the Indian River.

Sunset Lakes

Small gated community with Mediterranean-style homes.

Central Merritt Island

The canal network, the shopping, and the widest price range on the island.

North Merritt Island

Newer gated communities and the closest position to Kennedy Space Center.

South Merritt Island

Tropical Trail, the river estates, and the quieter end of the island.

Waterway Manor

125+ canal homes with dues near zero. One of the better boating values here.

Milford Point

Fifty-one Banana River homes with private docks and no association.

The Savannahs

The only golf course community on Merritt Island.

Indian River Village

186 homes, no HOA, water and non-water lots on the same streets.

Merritt Lakes Estates

Forty-one homes around a community lake, 1950s originals beside new builds.

Merritt Ridge

No HOA, room for the boat trailer, and one of the more attainable ways onto the island.

Newfound Harbor

Banana River peninsula with private docks and no association.

Indian Bay

North island, river access and a community boat ramp.

River Grove

South island between the rivers, with a community dock on the Indian River.

Sykes Cove

Central island on Sykes Creek.

Catalina Isles

605 homes, no mandatory HOA, and canal access to Sykes Creek on a share of the lots.

Hampton Homes

Dry lots, canal lots and homes directly on Sykes Creek, all in one subdivision.

Summers Creek

120 homes built 1995 to 2006 around a central lake. Newer stock, no seawall risk.

Island Forest Preserve

93 gated Maronda homes. Sold out in 2026, so purchases here are resale.

Banyan Point

D.R. Horton townhomes from the $250s. The main new construction left on the island.

Sunset Bay

Indian River frontage from the $130s. Part condo, part rental, and worth understanding first.

The Anchorage

21 gated riverfront units, each with a private two-car garage.

Around town

What's Nearby

Outdoors

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Kiwanis Island Park
Sykes Creek & Banana River boating

Daily Life

Merritt Square Mall
Local restaurants & shops

Drive Times

20-35 min to Kennedy Space Center
15 min to Cocoa Beach
10 min to Cocoa

Notable

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Closest to KSC aerospace jobs
Two rivers and Sykes Creek

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Where the homes are

147 Neighborhoods In Merritt Island

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

Andy Estates Armen Groves Banana River Drive South Banana River Park Banyan Point Barony Estates Belaire Bella Capri Bridgewater Broad Acres Canaveral Subdivision Cape Crossing Resort Caribbean Isles Carlton Groves Catalina Isles Catalina Isles Estates Central Merritt Island Chase Hammock Lakes Citrus Isle Citrus River Groves Citrus River Ranchettes Colony Park Colony Park North Copperfield Costa Norte Country River Estates Croton River Estates Diana Shores Dicksons Egret's Reserve Egrets Cove Egrets Landing Fairfax Floral Park Fowlers Plat Garden Park Gateway Georgiana Reserve Georgiana Settlement Glen Haven Glen Isles Hacienda Del Sol Estates Hampton Court Condo Hampton Homes Harbor Del Rio Condo Harbor Estates Harbor Oaks Harbor Pines Harbor Point Harborview Cove Heron Creek Hidden Hollow Hilltop Manor Holiday Cove Honeymoon Hill Horti Indian Bay Indian Bay Estates Indian River Village Indianola Estates Iroquois South Island Beach Island Cove Condo Island Crossings Island Forest Preserve Island Oaks Island Pointe Island Village Condo J W Stewarts Kings Park Lakes Ridge Manor Mallard Lakes Mandalay Grove Marina Village Marsh Harbor Merritt Court Townhomes Merritt Island Co-op Apartments Merritt Lakes Estates Merritt Ridge Merritt Towers Condo Milford Point (retired duplicate)Milford Point Beach Mitchell Manor Moore And Cantines Morningside Heights New Found Harbor New Georgiana Settlement Newfound Harbor North Grove North Merritt Island Oak Hammock Estates Orange Grove Manor Osprey Village at Cedar Creek Otter Trace Palmetto Paradise Point Pelican Creek Estates Piney Woods Port Canaveral Section Preserve Pointe Quail Run Estates Raintree by the Lake Ridge Manor Estates Rio Vista River Fly-In River Grove (retired duplicate)River Grove Trail Rivers Edge Estates Riverside Riverside Landing Riviera Isles Rockwell Estates Rose Hill Estates Rosedale Sanders Subdivision Savannah Landings Sea Gate Sea Gate West Skylark Estates South Merritt Estates South Merritt Island South Tropical Estates Stewarts Homestead Still Waters Summer Place Condominium Summers Creek Sun Isle Condo Sunny Acres Sunset Lakes Surfside Estates Sykes Cove The Anchorage The Anchorage (retired duplicate)The Groves The Heron Villages of Cedar Creek The Plantation The Savannahs The Villas at Indian River Treasure Coast Harbour Villas Treasure Lagoon Tropical Gardens Twin Rivers Vetter Isles Estates Villa De Palmas Watermill Waterway Manor Woods At Iroquois

75 Artemis Boulevard, Merritt Island image

75 Artemis Boulevard, Merritt Island $599,000

Embrace the ultimate coastal lifestyle in Diana Shores, a highly sought-after waterfront community where deep-water canals provide seamless, navigable access to Sykes Cre...

3 Beds
2 Baths
1090500 MLS

225 S Tropical Trail Unit 124, Merritt Island image

225 S Tropical Trail Unit 124, Merritt Island $184,900

Welcome to Sunset Bay! Experience the Florida lifestyle in this beautiful waterfront gated community along the Indian River. This spacious 3rd-floor condominium offers 1,...

2 Beds
1 Baths
1090431 MLS

3000 Yount Drive, Merritt Island $1,299,000

An extraordinary opportunity to acquire approximately 2.08 acres of premier waterfront property, featuring over 200 feet of direct Banana river frontage complemented by n...

1090365 MLS

2437 Yount Drive, Merritt Island $1,299,000

An extraordinary opportunity to acquire approximately 2.05 acres of premier waterfront property, featuring over 200 feet of direct Banana River frontage complemented by n...

1090363 MLS

105 Carib Drive, Merritt Island $330,000 ▼

Welcome to this inviting house located at 105 Carib Dr in Merritt Island, FL. This spacious home boasts 2,262 square feet of living area, providing ample room for comfort...

3 Beds
2 Baths
1090296 MLS

135 S Kenneth Court, Merritt Island image

135 S Kenneth Court, Merritt Island $259,900

Welcome to this 2 bedroom 1.5 bath home 1 car garage . The functional floor plan features a spacious living room, separate dining area and bright kitchen with white cabin...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090254 MLS

1520 Bella Casa Court, Merritt Island image

1520 Bella Casa Court, Merritt Island $500,000

Waterfront living with character, charm, and endless possibilities! This unique home offers a blend of vintage details, inviting living spaces, and beautiful water views....

3 Beds
2 Baths
1090249 MLS

232 Ivory Coral Lane Unit 101, Merritt Island image

232 Ivory Coral Lane Unit 101, Merritt Island $369,900

No rental restrictions! GORGEOUS, UPDATED TOWNHOME! Buy one unit or you can buy all three and own the whole building! With resort-style amenities, and a fantastic locatio...

3 Beds
3 Baths
1090219 MLS

46 Bogart Place, Merritt Island $265,000

MOVE-IN READY & PACKED WITH UPGRADES! Welcome to 46 Bogart Place in Merritt Island, where major improvements are already complete! Enjoy a NEW ROOF (2023), HVAC SYSTEM (2...

2 Beds
3 Baths
1089848 MLS

200 S Sykes Creek Parkway, Merritt Island image

200 S Sykes Creek Parkway, Merritt Island $350,000 ▼

Welcome home to Merritt Towers! This 2-bed, 2-bath updated waterfront unit offers 1,269 square feet, split-bedrooms, & assigned covered parking. Ground floor with direct ...

2 Beds
2 Baths
1090098 MLS

5140 Del Sol Drive, Merritt Island image

5140 Del Sol Drive, Merritt Island $2,200,000

Rare Merritt Island Estate offering luxury, privacy & resort-style living on 1.61 acres! Built in 2023, this stunning West Indies-inspired custom home showcases exception...

4 Beds
5 Baths
1089472 MLS

1665 Richardson Road, Merritt Island image

1665 Richardson Road, Merritt Island $415,000

CANALFRONT LIVING, MID-CENTURY CHARM & ENDLESS POTENTIAL! This 4-bedroom waterfront rancher is bursting w/ character, boating appeal & an incredible opportunity to create...

4 Beds
2 Baths
1089893 MLS

6345 Moonrise Drive, Merritt Island image

6345 Moonrise Drive, Merritt Island $775,000

** ASSUMABLE 4.99% VA LOAN**Welcome to this stunning 2026-built home offering 4,075 square feet of beautifully designed living space in the gated community of Island Fore...

6 Beds
5 Baths
1090036 MLS

481 Orange Avenue, Merritt Island $295,000

South Merritt Island 3 bedroom 2 bath home. This property features a screened porch, versatile bonus room (not included in the square footage), & an enclosed storage are...

3 Beds
2 Baths
1089940 MLS

624 Millwheel Drive, Merritt Island image

624 Millwheel Drive, Merritt Island $650,000 ▼

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home with dedicated den/office space in the desirable Watermill subdivision of South Merritt Island! This charming ho...

4 Beds
3 Baths
1089540 MLS

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