Cranes Point at Aquarina in Melbourne Beach

Cranes Point
at Aquarina

Melbourne Beach · Brevard County

A small single-family enclave inside the gated, barrier-island Aquarina Beach and Country Club in Melbourne Beach.

Inside gated AquarinaBarrier-island, ocean to riverSingle-family enclave
Live Market Pulse
50/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive Space Coast MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseSpace Coast MLS
$725K
Median Price
6mo
Supply
n/a
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$313/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Cranes Point is one of the named neighborhoods inside Aquarina Beach and Country Club, a gated barrier-island community in Melbourne Beach that runs ocean to river between the Atlantic and the Indian River Lagoon. The read is location and access: the value here is the gate, the 18-hole golf course, the private beach, and the marina dock, shared across Aquarina's neighborhoods, with Cranes Point reading as a single-family pocket within that. Because Aquarina blends ocean-front and river-front homes with villas, townhomes, and condos across its neighborhoods, the buy turns on the specific home, the lot and any water view, condition, and confirming Aquarina's HOA and amenity-fee picture for the address."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Cranes Point at Aquarina market snapshot (as of June 17, 2026): the median sale price is about $725K ($313 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 2 recent closings in live Space Coast MLS data.

Cranes Point is a single-family neighborhood inside Aquarina Beach and Country Club, a gated barrier-island community in Melbourne Beach (ZIP 32951), Brevard County, that stretches ocean to river between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon (Aquarina community materials).

Aquarina is described as the only barrier-island ocean-to-river gated community on this stretch, with an 18-hole golf course inside the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, a private beach club, tennis, a fitness center, and a marina dock with Intracoastal access (Aquarina materials, confirm current amenities).

Across its neighborhoods Aquarina mixes ocean-front and river-front single-family homes with villas, townhomes, and condos, so product type and price vary by section. Cranes Point reads as a single-family enclave within that wider community.

Because the amenities and the gate are shared across Aquarina, the decision is home-and-lot specific within Cranes Point. Read the specific home, the lot and any water view, and condition, then confirm Aquarina's HOA and amenity-fee structure and what it includes before you comp.

Best for

  • Buyers who want gated, barrier-island living with golf, a private beach, and a marina dock
  • Buyers who will confirm Aquarina's HOA and amenity-fee picture for the specific home
  • Buyers who value a quiet south-barrier-island setting near the Archie Carr refuge

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a mainland location with quick highway and big-box access
  • Buyers who want new construction or a large, uniform master-planned subdivision
  • Buyers who want to avoid any club or amenity-fee structure

How Cranes Point is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
6Months of supplytight
72Median days on marketdays
0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
2Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
-16%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 Cranes Point 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 Cranes Point at Aquarina buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Cranes Point

Live MLS inventory for Cranes Point at Aquarina. 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 Cranes Point 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

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Sebastian Inlet State Park~10 to 15 min · south on A1A, approximate
Downtown Melbourne Beach~20 to 25 min · north on A1A
US-192 / mainland Melbourne~25 to 35 min · via causeway, approximate
Vero Beach~30 to 40 min · south, approximate
Melbourne Orlando International (MLB)~40 to 50 min · mainland, approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. 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
Cranes Point (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

Cranes Point 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 Cranes Point address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at Cranes Point and Aquarina, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Cranes Point at Aquarina

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a gated barrier-island community with deep shared amenities and a mix of product across its neighborhoods. The watch items are the HOA and amenity-fee picture, any club structure, the lot and water view, barrier-island insurance and condition.

Gated barrier-island, ocean to river

BullishA private beach, an 18-hole course, tennis, and a marina dock behind one gate anchor steady demand on a constrained barrier island; confirm the amenity-fee picture. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Gated barrier-island, ocean to river

Barrier-island insurance and condition

NeutralCoastal location can carry wind and flood insurance considerations and salt-air maintenance, so confirm insurance, elevation, and condition for the specific home. impact
SignificanceRadius: On-site

Barrier-island insurance and condition

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 Cranes Point at Aquarina, 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. Established
    Community

    Single-family enclave inside gated Aquarina Beach and Country Club

    Cranes Point is a single-family neighborhood within Aquarina Beach and Country Club, a gated barrier-island community in Melbourne Beach running ocean to river, with an 18-hole golf course inside the Archie Carr refuge, a private beach club, tennis, fitness, and a marina dock (Aquarina materials). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: The shared amenities and the gate are the story; value turns on the specific home, the lot, and the amenity-fee picture. 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 Cranes Point, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm Aquarina's HOA and amenity-fee structure in writing for the specific home, including what the dues and any club fees cover.

2

Read the lot and any water view, since ocean, river, and golf exposure carry premiums and interior lots do not.

3

Confirm barrier-island insurance, including wind and flood, plus the elevation for the specific address.

4

Read condition on the specific home, the roof, HVAC, and salt-air wear on systems and exteriors.

5

Comp within Aquarina and product type, not against mainland Melbourne Beach listings.

Best Buy
An updated single-family home in Cranes Point on a good lot with the Aquarina HOA, amenity fees, and insurance picture confirmed.
Biggest Risk
Underestimating the amenity-fee or insurance picture, or comping against mainland rather than Aquarina.
Best Lot
Ocean, river, and golf exposure carry premiums over interior lots within Aquarina.
Smart Timing
Confirm the HOA, amenity fees, and insurance before you write.
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

Cranes Point is a single-family enclave inside Aquarina Beach and Country Club, a gated barrier-island community in Melbourne Beach (32951), Brevard County, that runs ocean to river between the Atlantic and the Indian River Lagoon. Aquarina offers an 18-hole golf course inside the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, a private beach club, tennis, a fitness center, and a marina dock with Intracoastal access; product across its neighborhoods ranges from ocean-front and river-front single-family homes to villas, townhomes, and condos. HOA dues and any amenity or club fees vary by product; confirm both, plus barrier-island insurance. It is zoned to Brevard Public Schools by address; verify with the district.

The takeaway

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

Entry: attached and interior product
$700K to $700K

The most attainable Aquarina products are villas, townhomes, and condos and interior lots. Within Cranes Point, confirm the HOA and amenity fees before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: single-family on interior or golf lots
$700K to $750K

The middle is single-family homes on interior or golf-adjacent lots. Lot, view, and condition separate these more than square footage.

Most inventory
High: water-view single-family
$750K to $750K

The top end is single-family homes with ocean or river exposure. These trade on the view, the lot, and condition.

Strongest resale

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

$700K to $700K
Entry: attached and interior product
The most attainable Aquarina products are villas, townhomes, and condos and interior lots. Within Cranes Point, confirm the HOA and amenity fees before assuming a value.
$700K to $750K
Mid: single-family on interior or golf lots
The middle is single-family homes on interior or golf-adjacent lots. Lot, view, and condition separate these more than square footage.
$750K to $750K
High: water-view single-family
The top end is single-family homes with ocean or river exposure. These trade on the view, the lot, and condition.

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.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Melbourne Beach locationStrong
Scarce, established homesitesStrong
Established, in-demand locationPositive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage 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 Cranes Point

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 gate, the private beach, the golf, and the marina dock are priced into every Aquarina listing. The deal is won on the specific home, the lot and the view, and the amenity-fee and insurance picture, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.0A- · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk5.6/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.2/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.4/10

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 Cranes Point 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
  • Ocean, river, and golf exposure carry premiums over interior lots in Aquarina.
  • Confirm the lot and any water view for the specific home.
  • Confirm the flood zone and elevation on a barrier island.

Inside a gated barrier-island community like Aquarina, the lot and the water view set value as much as the home. Ocean-front, river-front, and golf-exposure lots hold value better than interior lots, and the flood zone and elevation matter on a barrier island. Compare a Cranes Point home against the closest Aquarina sale in its product type, and confirm the amenity fees and insurance before the finishes.

Cranes Point in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want gated, barrier-island living with golf, a private beach, and a marina dock in Melbourne Beach.
Strong onA constrained barrier-island setting, deep shared amenities, and a quiet location near the Archie Carr refuge.
WatchThe HOA and amenity-fee picture, any club structure, barrier-island insurance, the lot, and condition.
Not forBuyers who want a mainland location, new construction, or to avoid any amenity-fee structure.
The edgeThe lot and the water view define value here, so matching the right home at the right condition inside the gate is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • HOA and amenity fees vary by product across Aquarina; confirm per home.
  • Confirm what the amenity or club fee covers.
  • Ocean, river, and golf lots hold value best.
  • Confirm barrier-island wind and flood insurance.
  • Comp within Aquarina and product type.

Aquarina has a community HOA and an amenity and club structure across its neighborhoods, so dues and any club or amenity fees vary by product and section. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current HOA, amenity fees, and what they cover for the specific Cranes Point home before you offer.

Dues generally cover gated access, common areas, and shared amenity access; any club or amenity fee covers golf, beach, tennis, fitness, and marina use. Confirm exactly what each covers for the home.

An 18-hole golf course inside the Archie Carr refuge, a private beach club, tennis, a fitness center, and a marina dock with Intracoastal access. Confirm the current amenity-fee and any membership structure and dues.

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 Cranes Point, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Cranes Point, 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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Cranes Point Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Cranes Point is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $499,900.

6.0
Months supply
$499,900
Median list
$725,000
Median sold
$313
Per sqft
n/a
Days on mkt
1/0/2
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32951 ZIP is $624,997, about 41.5% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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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 Cranes Point located?
Cranes Point is a single-family neighborhood inside Aquarina Beach and Country Club, a gated barrier-island community in Melbourne Beach (32951), Brevard County, running ocean to river between the Atlantic and the Indian River.
Is Aquarina a gated community?
Yes. Aquarina Beach and Country Club is a gated barrier-island community, and Cranes Point is one of its neighborhoods. Confirm gate access and amenity details for the specific home.
What amenities does Aquarina have?
Aquarina materials describe an 18-hole golf course inside the Archie Carr refuge, a private beach club, tennis, a fitness center, and a marina dock with Intracoastal access. Confirm current amenities and any fees.
What are the HOA and amenity fees at Aquarina?
They vary by product and section. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current HOA dues and any amenity or club fees, and what they cover, for the exact Cranes Point home.
Do I have to join a club at Aquarina?
Aquarina has an amenity and club structure for golf, beach, and other facilities. Whether any membership is required can depend on the product, so confirm the requirement and current dues for the specific home.
What kinds of homes are in Cranes Point and Aquarina?
Cranes Point reads as a single-family enclave. Across Aquarina, product ranges from ocean-front and river-front single-family homes to villas, townhomes, and condos. Confirm the product type for the address.
Is Cranes Point on the beach?
Aquarina is a barrier-island community with a private beach club and ocean access; whether a given Cranes Point home is ocean-front, river-front, or interior depends on the lot. Confirm the lot and any water view for the home.
What about insurance on a barrier island?
A coastal barrier-island location can carry wind and flood insurance considerations and salt-air maintenance. Confirm insurance, the flood zone, and the elevation for the specific address before you offer.
What schools serve Cranes Point?
It is zoned to Brevard Public Schools by home address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
How far is Cranes Point from Sebastian Inlet?
Sebastian Inlet State Park is roughly 10 to 15 minutes south on A1A. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
Is Cranes Point a good investment?
A gated barrier-island community with deep shared amenities on a constrained island supports steady demand, but value is home and lot specific. Confirm the HOA, amenity fees, insurance, and condition before deciding.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Cranes Point?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In a gated community where the amenity-fee, insurance, and lot picture drive value, having your own representation to read the dues, the fees, and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want gated, barrier-island living with golf, a private beach, and a marina dockExcellent fit
You will confirm Aquarina's HOA, amenity fees, and barrier-island insuranceExcellent fit
You value a quiet south-barrier-island setting near the Archie Carr refugeExcellent fit
You want a mainland location with quick highway and big-box accessProbably not
You want new construction or a large uniform subdivisionProbably not
You want to avoid any club or amenity-fee structureProbably not

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