Croton Woods in Melbourne

Croton Woods
Melbourne

Established neighborhood · Melbourne · reported ZIP 32935

An established single-family neighborhood of tree-lined streets where condition and the homesite, not a builder base price, set the number.

Established neighborhoodTree-lined streetsSingle-family homes
Live Market Pulse
58/100
Momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Croton Woods is reported to sit in the Melbourne area of Brevard County, with listings referencing more than one phase. The real neighborhood is simply Croton Woods. Confirm the exact ZIP, any HOA dues and what they cover, and any deed restrictions 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
$424K
Median Price
0mo
Supply
n/a
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$227/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Croton Woods is an established single-family neighborhood in Melbourne, so the read is a resale read, not a builder read: condition, the homesite, and the all-in carry decide value rather than a base price and an option list. Third-party profiles describe a settled, tree-lined neighborhood of well-kept homes reported in roughly the 1,600 to 2,300 square foot range, with listings referencing more than one phase. Public detail on a small established neighborhood is limited, so treat home counts, sizes, and any HOA figure as reported and confirm them on a specific home. The variable the market rewards here is condition and the lot, since the housing stock varies house to house."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Croton Woods market snapshot (as of June 17, 2026): the median sale price is about $424K ($227 per sq ft), a balanced market (limited data). Based on 5 recent closings in live Space Coast MLS data.

Croton Woods is an established single-family neighborhood in Melbourne, Brevard County, reported to sit in the 32935 area. Third-party profiles describe a settled, tree-lined neighborhood of well-kept homes reported in roughly the 1,600 to 2,300 square foot range, with listings referencing more than one phase. Treat the ZIP, home count, sizes, and any HOA figure as reported and confirm them for a specific home.

Because the neighborhood is established and built out, condition is the headline. Roof age, systems, and finish level vary house to house, so the diligence here is reading the specific home honestly rather than relying on a neighborhood average. Confirm whether any homeowners association, deed restrictions, or fees apply, and the current amount if so, before you offer.

The location is a practical Melbourne one, with Wickham Road shopping, the US-1 corridor, parks, and an 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 and can change.

For buyers who want a settled, tree-lined Melbourne street, Croton Woods 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 an established, tree-lined Melbourne street
  • Buyers comfortable with established homes and reading condition
  • Buyers who value a settled location over new construction
  • 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 unwilling to verify the ZIP, any fees, and condition on a home
  • Buyers who want a large lot or acreage privacy

How Croton Woods is performing right now

58/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
72Median days on marketdays
3 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
5Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+0%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 Croton Woods 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 Croton Woods buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Croton Woods

Live MLS inventory for Croton Woods. 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.

No homes are actively for sale in Croton Woods right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, 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: Wickham Road shopping, parks, and I-95 are a short drive, with the beaches a drive east.

Wickham Road shopping~5 to 12 min · Melbourne
US-1 corridor~8 to 15 min · Melbourne
I-95 interchange~8 to 15 min · Wickham Rd
Melbourne Orlando Intl Airport~12 to 20 min · MLB
Atlantic beaches~15 to 25 min · east
Downtown Melbourne~12 to 20 min · US 1

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
Croton Woods (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

Croton Woods 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 Croton Woods address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Croton Woods: the Space Coast demand base, the close-in Melbourne location, and the area's established housing stock. Each item is an honest read; the dated, sourced item appears in the timeline.

Recent Developments in Croton Woods

Our read on what is being built around Croton Woods, 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 Croton Woods is condition and the all-in carrying cost on established 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, tree-lined streets and delivered surroundings, with none of the construction-phase guesswork of a new master plan.

Aging systems on established housing stock

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

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

Close-in Melbourne location

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

A close-in Melbourne address near Wickham Road shopping, parks, and I-95 supports demand for settled resale housing.

Brevard inventory and pending-sales shift

2025
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Regional

Late-2025 Space Coast coverage described tightening inventory and rising pending sales across Brevard, which can firm pricing on well-presented homes.

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 Croton Woods, 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. October 2025
    Market

    Space Coast inventory tightens, pending sales rise

    An October 2025 Space Coast Daily market report described Brevard County inventory tightening and pending sales climbing across single-family and condo sectors, with sellers achieving near-asking outcomes and the single-family market moving closer to balance. Why it matters: A firming, near-balanced market rewards buyers who comp the specific home and confirm the full carrying cost, including insurance on established stock, rather than chasing a neighborhood average. Source

  2. 2025
    Market

    Brevard County 2025 market described as adjusting, not collapsing

    A 2025 Brevard County market overview described the county adjusting rather than collapsing, with gradually shifting inventory and modest median-price movement across the area into 2026. Why it matters: A steadier county-wide backdrop rewards buyers who comp the specific home and confirm the full carrying cost rather than chasing a headline number. 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 Croton Woods, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the exact ZIP and any HOA posture. Verify whether any homeowners association, deed restrictions, or fees apply, and the current amount if so, in writing, before you offer.

2

Read the condition. On established 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, orientation, 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 Falcon Ridge, before you commit.

Best Buy
An updated single-family home on a sound lot in good condition
Biggest Risk
Underpricing the condition and insurance carry on established 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

Croton Woods is an established single-family neighborhood in Melbourne, Brevard County, reported to sit in the 32935 area, described in third-party profiles as a settled, tree-lined neighborhood of well-kept homes reported in roughly the 1,600 to 2,300 square foot range, with listings referencing more than one phase. No private golf or equity club is reported, and the homeowners association posture should be confirmed. Treat home counts, sizes, the ZIP, and any HOA figure as reported rather than confirmed, and verify them for a specific home and homesite, along with the school assignment by address with Brevard Public Schools.

The takeaway

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

The Entry Resale
$350K to $424K

An original or lightly updated home in need of cosmetic work, the renovation-aware way into a settled, tree-lined Melbourne street. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

Lowest entry
The Updated Core
$424K to $495K

A well-maintained or updated single-family home in sound condition, the heart of the Croton Woods resale market. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

Most inventory
The Best on the Block
$495K to $500K

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

Strongest resale

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

$350K to $424K
The Entry Resale
An original or lightly updated home in need of cosmetic work, the renovation-aware way into a settled, tree-lined Melbourne street. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.
$424K to $495K
The Updated Core
A well-maintained or updated single-family home in sound condition, the heart of the Croton Woods resale market. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.
$495K to $500K
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. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

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
Settled, tree-lined single-family streetsPositive
Convenient to Wickham Road shopping and I-95Solid
HOA and any CDD posture need confirmingConfirm it
Established 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 Croton Woods

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 condition, the lot, and the documents.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.2B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.2/10
Renovation Risk5.5/10
Location Efficiency7.7/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.8/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.6/10

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 Croton Woods 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 established home first
  • Lot orientation and size vary house to house
  • Match the homesite to Melbourne-area comps

In an established neighborhood like Croton Woods the homesite and condition are what the market rewards, since the housing stock 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 before pricing. Price the lot and the condition against recent Melbourne-area comps rather than a neighborhood average.

Croton Woods in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a settled, tree-lined Melbourne street with well-kept homes.
Biggest advantageAn established Melbourne neighborhood where condition and the homesite set the number, on quiet tree-lined streets.
Biggest riskUnderpricing the condition and insurance carry on established housing stock.
Sweet spotAn updated single-family home on a sound, dry lot in good condition.
Avoid ifBuyers who want new construction, gated amenities, or acreage privacy.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Confirm whether any HOA, deed restrictions, or fees apply
  • Get an insurance quote on the specific established home
  • Established single-family 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 the homeowners association dues for Croton Woods, and figures change. Confirm whether any HOA applies to a specific home, the current dues, exactly what they cover, and any deed restrictions in writing before you offer.

If any HOA applies, the scope is typically limited common-area or deed-restriction administration rather than a full amenity package. Do not assume inclusions or the absence of a fee; verify with the listing and any association.

No private golf or equity membership club is reported for Croton Woods. This is an established single-family neighborhood 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 Croton Woods, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Falcon Ridge, 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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Croton Woods Market Scorecard

Seller's Market (limited data)

Croton Woods is currently a seller's market (limited data). About 2.4 months of supply, a median asking price of $529,900.

2.4
Months supply
$529,900
Median list
$424,000
Median sold
$227
Per sqft
n/a
Days on mkt
1/3/5
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 Croton Woods?
In the Melbourne area of Brevard County, reported to sit in the 32935 area. Confirm the exact address, city, and ZIP for a specific home before you rely on it.
Why do listings reference different phases?
Croton Woods was platted in more than one phase, which the MLS uses as labels. The real neighborhood is simply Croton Woods; we author it under the everyday name.
Is Croton Woods an established neighborhood?
Yes. Third-party profiles describe Croton Woods as a settled, tree-lined single-family neighborhood rather than a new builder phase. Condition varies by house.
What kinds of homes are in Croton Woods?
Single-family homes reported in roughly the 1,600 to 2,300 square foot range, typical of an established Melbourne neighborhood. 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 the homeowners association dues for Croton Woods. Confirm whether any HOA, deed restrictions, or fees apply, and the current amount if so, in writing, for a specific home before you offer.
Is there a CDD?
No Community Development District is consistently reported for Croton Woods. Confirm whether any CDD or special assessment rides the parcel's tax bill before you offer.
What does a home in Croton Woods 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. Confirm current pricing on the live listings on this page.
How old are the homes?
The housing stock is established 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 Croton Woods?
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 the beach?
The Atlantic beaches are roughly a 15 to 25 minute drive east. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
Is it a walkable neighborhood?
Third-party profiles describe Croton Woods as a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood that residents consider walkable within the streets. Confirm the setting by visiting at the times you would really be there.
Should I worry about flood zones?
Flood-zone status varies parcel to parcel in the Melbourne area. Confirm the flood zone and any insurance requirement for a specific home before you offer.
Is Croton Woods a good investment?
A close-in, established Melbourne location supports 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 condition and the lot 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 settled, tree-lined Melbourne street with well-kept homesExcellent fit
You are comfortable with established homes and reading conditionExcellent fit
You value a close-in location over community amenitiesExcellent fit
You will confirm any HOA, CDD, and deed restrictionsExcellent fit
You want a short drive to Wickham Road shopping 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 lot or acreage privacyProbably not
You are unwilling to verify the ZIP, any fees, and conditionProbably not
You want the lowest possible insurance and maintenance carryProbably not

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