Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island in Merritt Island

Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island
Homes for Sale in Merritt Island, FL

Community in Merritt Island · Brevard County
51 homesBuilt 1960–1980
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Tempo
0%
Under contract
Brevard: 28% (1,397 of 4,982)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
63%
Owner-occupied · Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island
32 of 51 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
37%
Non-owner-occupied · Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island
incl. 12% trust or LLC-held · 6% out-of-state
51
Homes in the community
51 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · years of records
Est. 1960
Community established
homes built 1960-1980, median 1962 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Buttonwood Manor is a fully built-out subdivision of 51 homes dating from 1960 to 1980, with a median year built of 1962. These are mid-century homes with a median living area of 1,847 square feet - smaller than most current construction but right-sized for the era. What sets price here is condition: original cosmetics and deferred maintenance drag value, while updated kitchens, baths, and mechanical systems command a premium. You're buying the bones and the location; what you pay depends on how much interior work the seller already did.

With only one active listing today and a homestead share above 62 percent, this is a quiet, long-tenure neighborhood where inventory appears sporadically. Sellers here rarely face competition from other listings, and buyers rarely face bidding wars - it's a one-at-a-time market. If you want in, patience is the strategy; if you're selling, expect limited comps and a narrow buyer window.

Best for

  • Buyers targeting single-family homes on Merritt Island who want a traditional lot and are comfortable evaluating older construction
  • Renovation-ready buyers with cash or construction-loan access who see upside in updating mid-century floor plans and finishes
  • Space Coast workers seeking proximity to the Cape and Patrick SFB without paying for resort amenities or new-build premiums

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need to see multiple listings and compare features side by side before making an offer
  • First-time buyers expecting turnkey condition, low maintenance, and builder warranties on all major systems
  • Anyone prioritizing community pools, fitness centers, or walkable neighborhood design - none of that exists here

The market around Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island

Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

Across Brevard County, 3,585 homes are active and 1,397 pending (28% under contract).

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island

Live MLS inventory for Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island. 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 Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island listings as of 2026-07-14, priced high to low. Based on information from the Space Coast MLS for the period %s through %s. Tap any home to ask about it.

Schools

In short
  • Brevard County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Mila · Elementary
  • Jefferson · Middle
  • Merritt Island · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island listings and can change; always confirm with Brevard County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island address.

If we were buying in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island.

Best Buy
Buyers hunting affordable single-family homes on Merritt Island who can handle a renovation project or live with mid-century finishes.
Biggest Risk
Only one active listing means you have no negotiating leverage from competing supply, and condition unknowns are the rule, not the exception.
Sweet Spot
A move-in-ready home under 1,900 square feet where someone else already did the heavy lifting on systems and cosmetics.
Avoid If
You need community amenities, new construction warranties, or the ability to tour multiple comparable listings in a single afternoon.

A small, stable subdivision where condition drives everything

Buttonwood Manor comprises 51 single-family homes, all built in a two-decade window ending in 1980. The median year built is 1962, and the median living area is 1,847 square feet - classic mid-century Florida footprints with three bedrooms, single-story layouts, and terrazzo or slab foundations. Many homes retain original floor plans, jalousie windows, and galley kitchens; others have been opened up, re-roofed, and re-plumbed. The range in condition is wide, and so is the range in value.

More than 62 percent of parcels carry a homestead exemption, which tells you this is a community of long-term, owner-occupied residents. Turnover is low. With only one listing active as of mid-July, you won't walk the neighborhood and choose from a menu - you wait for the right home to come to market, or you don't buy here. There are no community amenities identified in MLS data: no pool, no clubhouse, no HOA facilities. What you get is a platted lot, a mid-century structure, and proximity to the rest of Merritt Island.

Location is straightforward: you're on the island, with access to the beaches, Port Canaveral, and the Space Coast economy. Commutes to Kennedy Space Center, Patrick Space Force Base, and Orlando are all in play. The subdivision itself is residential and quiet; services, groceries, and waterfront are a short drive in any direction. If you need walkability or resort-style community features, you're in the wrong place. If you want an affordable single-family home on a fee-simple lot with space to breathe, Buttonwood Manor delivers that - provided you can find one for sale.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a subdivision this small and this infrequently traded, you need a broker who tracks off-market leads, knows how to price homes with wide condition spreads, and won't waste your time on properties that don't fit. Momentum Realty monitors Brevard County inventory daily, maintains relationships with local agents and long-tenure owners, and will tell you honestly when a listing's deferred maintenance makes it a money pit. We pull permits, review tax records, and comp across the island - not just within the 51-home sample. Whether you're buying your first Space Coast home or selling a property you've held since the Carter administration, we bring data, candor, and a ground-level read on what moves and what sits.

Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers hunting affordable single-family homes on Merritt Island who can handle a renovation project or live with mid-century finishes.
Biggest advantageLow inventory and high homestead share mean stable, quiet blocks with minimal turnover and no subdivision drama.
Biggest riskOnly one active listing means you have no negotiating leverage from competing supply, and condition unknowns are the rule, not the exception.
Sweet spotA move-in-ready home under 1,900 square feet where someone else already did the heavy lifting on systems and cosmetics.
Avoid ifYou need community amenities, new construction warranties, or the ability to tour multiple comparable listings in a single afternoon.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA - confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island sales matched to your home.

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Buttonwood Manor Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Buttonwood Manor is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Limited supply, a median asking price of $265,000.

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Months supply
$265,000
Median list
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Days on mkt
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Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32953 ZIP is $425,821, right around 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 2026-07-14. Refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 51 homes in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island (public records).
What share of Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island is owner-occupied?
63% of Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island built?
Homes in Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island were built between 1960 and 1980, with a median year built of 1962 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island?
The best agent for Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island is one who actively works Merritt Island and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island.
How do I find a top Merritt Island real estate agent who knows Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island and the wider Merritt Island area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Buttonwood Manor Subd Merritt Island purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers targeting single-family homes on Merritt Island who want a traditional lot and are comfortable evaluating older constructionExcellent fit
Renovation-ready buyers with cash or construction-loan access who see upside in updating mid-century floor plans and finishesExcellent fit
Space Coast workers seeking proximity to the Cape and Patrick SFB without paying for resort amenities or new-build premiumsExcellent fit
Buyers who need to see multiple listings and compare features side by side before making an offerProbably not
First-time buyers expecting turnkey condition, low maintenance, and builder warranties on all major systemsProbably not
Anyone prioritizing community pools, fitness centers, or walkable neighborhood design - none of that exists hereProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsSpace Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: July 14, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesSpace Coast MLS records, as of 2026-07-12

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Space Coast MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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