Almar in Melbourne

Almar
Melbourne

Established subdivision · Melbourne area · ZIP 32935

An established Melbourne-area subdivision of smaller ranch-style homes where condition and the lot, not a builder base price, set the number.

Established subdivisionSmaller ranch-style homesAccessible entry point
Live Market Pulse
68/100
Momentum
Balanced Market
Almar is organized into plat sections, so the MLS name may show a section letter; condition, the lot, and the documents matter more than any headline, so confirm the HOA posture and any CDD on a specific home.
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Built fromLive Space Coast MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseSpace Coast MLS
$280K
Median Price
5.1mo
Supply
n/a
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$223/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Almar is an established Melbourne-area subdivision organized into plat sections, so the read is a resale read rather than a builder read: condition, the homesite, and the all-in carry decide value. Third-party profiles describe it as a settled neighborhood of reported smaller ranch-style homes, generally in the roughly 936 to 1,920 square foot range, at accessible price points. That accessible entry point is the draw; the catch is older housing stock where the roof, systems, and condition drive the number. The variable the market rewards is condition and a sound lot."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Almar market snapshot (as of June 17, 2026): the median sale price is about $280K ($223 per sq ft), a balanced market. Based on 7 recent closings in live Space Coast MLS data.

Almar is an established single-family subdivision in the Melbourne area (ZIP 32935), Brevard County, organized into several plat sections, so an MLS listing may carry a section letter such as Sec A or Sec B. Treat these as parts of the same broader Almar neighborhood and confirm the exact plat for a specific home.

Third-party profiles describe Almar as a settled neighborhood of reported smaller, ranch-style single-family homes, generally in the roughly 936 to 1,920 square foot range, often with updated kitchens and baths on resale. Because the housing stock is older and built out, condition is the headline: roof age, HVAC, and systems vary house to house, and the roof year drives the insurance quote. Treat the sizes as reported and confirm them for a specific home.

Public sources do not consistently describe a homeowners association fee, so confirm whether any HOA, deed restrictions, or fees apply before you offer. The location is a practical close-in Melbourne one, with the central Melbourne corridors, shopping, and the I-95 interchange within a reasonable drive and the Atlantic beaches a drive east. Confirm your real commute and the nearest schools for a specific address, since assignment is by parcel.

For buyers who want a settled, close-in Melbourne street at an accessible entry point, Almar is a straightforward resale option. The work is reading the condition honestly, confirming any HOA or CDD posture, and pricing the lot and the home against true Melbourne-area comps rather than a headline number.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a close-in, established Melbourne street
  • Buyers who value an accessible entry point over amenities
  • Buyers comfortable with smaller ranch-style homes and reading condition
  • Buyers who will confirm any HOA, CDD, and deed restrictions

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who want gated, amenity-rich community living
  • Buyers who want a large home or acreage privacy
  • Buyers unwilling to read condition on older housing stock

How Almar is performing right now

68/100
momentum
Balanced Market
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
5.1Months of supplytight
72Median days on marketdays
3 : 3Under contract vs for salestrong demand
7Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
-10%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from the Space Coast MLS, as of June 17, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Almar listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Almar buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Almar

Live MLS inventory for Almar. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Almar listings as of 2026-06-17, priced high to low. Listing data provided by the Space Coast Multiple Listing Service. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Space Coast MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

A practical close-in Melbourne location: the central corridors, Wickham Road, and I-95 are a short drive, with the beaches a drive east.

Central Melbourne corridors~8 min · Melbourne
Wickham Rd corridor~8 min · Melbourne
I-95 interchange~10 to 15 min · Melbourne area
Melbourne shopping~10 min · Melbourne
Melbourne Orlando Intl Airport~12 to 18 min · MLB
Melbourne beaches~15 to 25 min · east

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact departure point. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Almar (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Brevard County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Almar is served by Brevard County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Almar address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Almar: the Space Coast demand base, the accessible entry point, the older housing stock, and regional growth. Each item is an honest read; the dated, sourced item appears in the timeline.

Recent Developments in Almar

Our read on what is being built around Almar, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe Space Coast demand picture points up over time; the near-term watch item for Almar is condition and the all-in carrying cost on older ranch-style stock. Confirm the specifics on any home before you rely on them.

Established, no construction phase

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A built-out neighborhood has mature streets and delivered surroundings, with none of the construction-phase guesswork of a new master plan.

Accessible entry point

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Reported smaller ranch-style homes at accessible price points draw buyers seeking a close-in Melbourne street without amenity carry.

Aging systems on older housing stock

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Older stock means roof, HVAC, and water-heater age are standard diligence items, and the roof year drives the insurance quote.

Insurance and roof-age pressure

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Regional

Florida insurance costs and roof-age underwriting are real line items on coastal-county homes; price them before you offer.

Brevard aerospace and job base

Ongoing
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Regional

Kennedy Space Center, the Cape, and the wider aerospace base underpin housing demand across Brevard.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Almar, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. March 2025
    Growth

    Brevard County building boom expected to continue

    Industry coverage of Brevard County's construction cycle described robust residential and commercial development continuing across the Space Coast, supported by aerospace investment and steady in-migration, which underpins demand for well-located close-in housing. Why it matters: Sustained regional demand supports resale in settled close-in Melbourne subdivisions like Almar; condition and the lot still drive each individual outcome. Source

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Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Almar, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the plat section and HOA posture. Verify the exact Almar section, the ZIP, and whether any homeowners association, deed restrictions, or fees apply, in writing, before you offer.

2

Read the condition. On older ranch-style stock the roof, HVAC, and water-heater age drive the number more than square footage, and the roof year drives the insurance quote.

3

Read the homesite. Lot size and any flood-zone status vary; price the specific lot against recent Melbourne-area comps.

4

Confirm any CDD. Verify whether any Community Development District or special assessment rides the parcel's tax bill before you offer.

5

Cross-shop nearby Melbourne options, including Greenbriar Village, before you commit.

Best Buy
An updated ranch-style home on a sound lot in good condition
Biggest Risk
Underpricing the condition and insurance carry on older stock
Best Lot
Sound, dry lots over those with drainage or flood-zone questions
Smart Timing
An established resale market, time it to condition and comps
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Almar is an established single-family subdivision in the Melbourne area (ZIP 32935), Brevard County, organized into plat sections such as Sec A and Sec B, described in third-party profiles as a settled neighborhood of reported smaller ranch-style homes generally in the roughly 936 to 1,920 square foot range. No private golf or membership club is reported, and a homeowners association is not consistently described. Treat home counts, sizes, and any HOA posture as reported rather than confirmed, and verify them for a specific home and plat section.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

The Entry Resale
$180K to $270K

An original or lightly updated ranch-style home in need of cosmetic work, the renovation-aware way into a close-in Melbourne street.

Lowest entry
The Updated Core
$270K to $400K

A well-maintained or updated ranch-style home with a refreshed kitchen and baths, the heart of the Almar resale market.

Most inventory
The Best on the Block
$400K to $405K

A fully updated home on a sound, dry lot with a newer roof and systems, the version that tends to hold value best here.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

$180K to $270K
The Entry Resale
An original or lightly updated ranch-style home in need of cosmetic work, the renovation-aware way into a close-in Melbourne street.
$270K to $400K
The Updated Core
A well-maintained or updated ranch-style home with a refreshed kitchen and baths, the heart of the Almar resale market.
$400K to $405K
The Best on the Block
A fully updated home on a sound, dry lot with a newer roof and systems, the version that tends to hold value best here.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Established, close-in Melbourne locationStrong
Accessible entry point into the Melbourne areaPositive
Settled ranch-style single-family streetsSolid
HOA and CDD posture need confirmingConfirm it
Older ranch-style homes, condition and roof age varyRead it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Almar

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The brochure does not exist on an established street. The deal is won or lost on the lot, the condition, and the documents.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.1B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.1/10
Renovation Risk5.0/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10
Carrying Cost Advantage8.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Almar is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Space Coast MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Space Coast MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Space Coast MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Sound, dry lots hold value best
  • Verify any flood-zone status on the parcel
  • Read the condition on an older ranch-style home first
  • Lot size and orientation vary house to house
  • Match the homesite to Melbourne-area comps

In an established subdivision like Almar the homesite and condition are what the market rewards, since the smaller ranch-style stock is older and varies house to house. Confirm any flood-zone status and read the lot for drainage and orientation, then read the roof, HVAC, and systems on the specific home. Price the lot and the condition against recent Melbourne-area comps rather than a community average.

Almar in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a close-in, established Melbourne street at an accessible entry point.
Biggest advantageAn established subdivision of smaller ranch-style homes where condition and the lot set the number.
Biggest riskUnderpricing the condition and insurance carry on older housing stock.
Sweet spotAn updated ranch-style home on a sound, dry lot in good condition.
Avoid ifBuyers who want new construction, gated amenities, a large home, or acreage privacy.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • No HOA fee consistently reported; confirm the posture
  • Verify any deed restrictions by plat section
  • Older ranch-style stock, condition varies by home
  • Confirm any CDD or special assessment on the parcel
  • Price the lot and condition against Melbourne-area comps

Public sources do not consistently describe a homeowners association fee for Almar. Confirm whether any HOA, deed restrictions, or fees apply, and the current amount if so, in writing before you offer.

If any HOA applies to a section, confirm exactly what it covers and any deed restrictions for the specific home. Do not assume inclusions or the absence of a fee; verify with the listing and the county.

No private golf or membership club is reported for Almar. This is an established single-family subdivision rather than an amenity community. Confirm any community arrangement for a specific home.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Almar, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Greenbriar Village, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Almar Market Scorecard

Balanced Market

Almar is currently a balanced market. About 5.1 months of supply, a median asking price of $329,985.

5.1
Months supply
$329,985
Median list
$280,000
Median sold
$223
Per sqft
n/a
Days on mkt
3/3/7
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32935 ZIP is $270,319, about 14.9% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Based on information from the Space Coast MLS for the period 2026 through 2026-06-18. Refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Almar?
In the Melbourne area (ZIP 32935), Brevard County, near the central Melbourne corridors and Wickham Road. Confirm the exact address, plat section, and zoning for a specific home.
Why does the listing show a section letter?
Almar is organized into several plat sections, such as Sec A and Sec B, so an MLS listing may carry a section letter. Treat these as parts of the same broader Almar neighborhood and confirm the exact plat for a specific home.
Is Almar an established neighborhood?
Yes. Third-party profiles describe Almar as a settled subdivision of smaller ranch-style homes rather than a new builder phase. Condition varies by house.
What kinds of homes are in Almar?
Reported smaller, ranch-style single-family homes, generally in the roughly 936 to 1,920 square foot range. Confirm the square footage, age, lot size, and condition for a specific home with the listing.
Is there an HOA?
Public sources do not consistently describe a homeowners association fee for Almar. Confirm whether any HOA, deed restrictions, or fees apply, in writing, for a specific home and section before you offer.
Is there a CDD?
No Community Development District is consistently reported for Almar. Confirm whether any CDD or special assessment rides the parcel's tax bill before you offer.
How big are the homes?
Profiles describe homes generally in the roughly 936 to 1,920 square foot range. Treat that as reported and confirm the square footage for a specific home.
What does a home in Almar cost?
This is an established resale market where condition and the lot drive a range. We pull recent Melbourne-area comps for a specific home rather than quote a figure that moves with the market.
How old are the homes?
The housing stock is older and built out, so roof, HVAC, and systems age are standard diligence items. Confirm the year built and recent updates for a specific home.
What schools serve Almar?
The neighborhood is in Brevard Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the current zoning with the district for a specific home.
How far is I-95?
The Melbourne-area interchange is roughly a 10 to 15 minute drive, putting Viera, Palm Bay, and the airport within a reasonable commute. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
Is Almar a good investment?
An accessible entry point and a close-in location support resale, while condition and the lot drive the outcome. As with any resale, condition and lot decide value; this is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. On an established home where the lot and condition swing value, your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make, at no cost to you. Momentum Realty represents you, not the seller.
You want a close-in, established Melbourne streetExcellent fit
You value an accessible entry point over community amenitiesExcellent fit
You are comfortable with smaller ranch-style homes and reading conditionExcellent fit
You will confirm any HOA, CDD, and deed restrictionsExcellent fit
You want a short drive to central Melbourne and I-95Excellent fit
You want new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not
You want gated, amenity-rich community livingProbably not
You want a large home or acreage privacyProbably not
You are unwilling to verify the plat, ZIP, and any feesProbably not
You want the lowest possible insurance and maintenance carryProbably not

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