Avalonia vs Capron Ridge
Two Brevard communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-30.
| Metric | Avalonia | Capron Ridge |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $430K | $400K |
| Price per sq ft | $285 | $208 |
| Avg days on market | n/a | n/a |
| Months of supply | 1.7 mo | 1.2 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market (limited data) | Seller's Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 29 | 30 |
The verdict
Avalonia carries the higher median price — about 8% above Capron Ridge. Capron Ridge is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Avalonia | Capron Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Brevard County, FL | Brevard County, FL |
| City / area | Melbourne | Melbourne |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 14 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 79% of 14 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Avalonia | Capron Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 4 | 3 |
| Under contract | 0 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $420K to $515K | $359K to $675K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Avalonia homes for sale · Capron Ridge homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Avalonia | Capron Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 232 | 199 |
| Built | 2020–2024 (median 2023) | 2005–2021 (median 2007) |
| Typical living area | 2,282 sq ft | 2,765 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 50% | 74% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Avalonia | Capron Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Quest |
| Middle | Viera | Kennedy |
| High school | Viera | Viera |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Capron Ridge is the lower entry point (median $400K vs $430K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Avalonia; Capron Ridge trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Avalonia more expensive than Capron Ridge?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Avalonia is $430,000 versus $400,000 in Capron Ridge, about 8% higher.
Which has newer homes, Avalonia or Capron Ridge?
Avalonia: its homes were built 2020–2024 with a median year of 2023, versus a median of 2007 in Capron Ridge (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Capron Ridge. The typical home there is 2,765 sq ft of living area, versus 2,282 sq ft in Avalonia.
What high schools serve Avalonia and Capron Ridge?
Listings in Avalonia most often report Viera; listings in Capron Ridge report Viera. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Avalonia homes, photos & schools · Capron Ridge homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.