Merritt Island

Welcome to Merritt Island

Unleash the power of serenity and ingenuity inside the unincorporated town of Merritt Island. Located in Brevard County, along the eastern seaboard of the Atlantic Ocean, Merritt Island (referring to its expansive peninsula rather than an island) is one of the most sought-after areas in South Florida to invest in real estate due to its proximity to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

A major tourist attraction for thousands of visitors across the country, Merritt Island lends to the perfect balance of culture and the beach with an added touch of history ingrained in both. Centrally located, Merritt Island connects to the mainland where State Road 3 intersects US 1 in Volusia County. It is separated to the west and the south by the Indian River Lagoon and the Intracoastal Waterway. On the east side, Merritt Island is divided by Sykes Creek and Newfound Harbor, where they are then separated by the Banana River Lagoon and Cocoa Beach.

Merritt Island is home to 23 communities, each reflecting its character and architectural narrative, including Allenhurst, Angel City, Audubon, Banyan, Courtenay, Fairyland, Georgiana, Heath, Indianola, Lotus, Merritt City, Orsino, Shiloh, Tropic, and Wilson. However, although coined the largest “island” in Florida, this quaint town preserves its small, close-knit environment with a population of just under 38,000 and a flip-flop, "la dolce vita" lifestyle.

Capturing the sweet life with its stunningly beautiful waterfront homes, there is something for every type of buyer, ranging from grand estates to single-family cottages and contemporary residences. Dickson Subdivision, one of the most pristine areas in all of Merritt Island, offers potential property owners a kaleidoscope of dazzling options that inject A-list amenities and luxury accoutrements into the both interior and exterior of each home.

Second to Dickson Subdivision, Hacienda Del Sol showcases a carpet of highly developed Mediterranean Revival estates that combine the rich traditions of South Florida living with exotic Spanish moss and wild peacocks that can often be found roaming the properties as a beloved accessory.

However, although filled with luxury real estate and gaping charm, Merritt Island residents possess a small-town nature that’s bursting with pride. Many of the locals even display namesake bumper stickers on their cars.

Boasting an opulent history that has lured some of the most highly technical minds in the country, Merritt Island presents a unique storyline, dissimilar from all other places in the state. From the King of Spain granting Merritt Island its namesake after his nobleman “Merritt” to freed slaves building nearby post the Civil War and the 1950s and 1960s space race spurring NASA’s immediate growth, Merritt Island offers a jewelry box of glistening history that continues to develop over time.

A-rated public and private schools are nearby. An array of child-oriented attractions are scattered throughout the area including the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge spanning 140,000-acres.

In contrast, Merritt Island’s downtown area houses a plethora of locally curated shops, decadent outdoor cafes, and five-star restaurants that are perfect for a romantic soiree or an afternoon out with the girls.

Merrit Island is approximately 46 miles away from Orlando International Airport and 47 miles away from Melbourne International Airport. Nearby communities include Cocoa, Melbourne, Titusville and Cape Canaveral.