Egrets Cove
Homes for Sale in Merritt Island, FL
All 210 homes for sale in Merritt Island, FL · median $494,950 · Brevard County homes for sale
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As of November 2026, Egrets Cove in Merritt Island, FL has 3 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1987 - 2014; 5 of 5 report an HOA (median $64/mo); none of the 5 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 7 ft).
Last 30 days in Egrets Cove: 1 closed sale (median $951,000). As of November 11, 2026, Listing data provided by the Space Coast Multiple Listing Service. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.
Egrets Cove is a 28-home waterfront enclave on Merritt Island where price is primarily a function of direct water access, dock infrastructure, and livable square footage. With a median home size just under 5,500 square feet and boat slips, marina, and launch facilities, this community attracts buyers prioritizing serious boating amenities and interior volume. Condition and finish level vary widely given the span from 1956 to 2014 construction; expect price to track closely with remodel status and dock configuration.
At 9.0 months of inventory and three active listings, this is a buyer-leaning market with negotiation leverage tilting toward the purchase side. The high homestead share - 68% - signals owner-occupants who stay, which typically means less turnover and a slower pace when inventory does appear. Buyers have time to evaluate; sellers should price to the current comparable sales and expect longer marketing windows than in a balanced market.
Figures in this note are as of July 16, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Egrets Cove right now
🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 9.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Space Coast MLS records, as of July 15, 2026. Confidence: Low (3 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).
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· Updated November 12, 2026 · Live data: Space Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Egrets Cove is a small, waterfront-oriented community on Merritt Island with 28 homes built between 1956 and 2014, boat dock and marina infrastructure, and a median home size just under 5,500 square feet - among the largest footprints in Brevard's waterfront residential inventory.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Egrets Cove is best for.
Best for
- Boaters seeking on-property slip and launch access with room for multiple vessels or larger craft.
- Buyers needing substantial interior space - home offices, multi-generational living, or workshop/studio areas - who are comfortable with the operating costs of homes near 5,500 square feet.
- Investors or owner-occupants prepared to evaluate and budget for deferred maintenance in exchange for waterfront location and boating amenities at a community scale.
Probably not for
- First-time buyers or those stretching to afford the purchase price without reserves for flood insurance, HOA/dock fees, and large-home utility costs.
- Anyone seeking turnkey, low-maintenance living or newer construction with builder warranties and modern efficiency standards.
- Buyers prioritizing walkability, retail proximity, or urban/suburban density; Merritt Island is car-dependent and waterfront-focused, not pedestrian-oriented.
The market around Egrets Cove
Egrets Cove 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 Egrets Cove specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Egrets Cove on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Space Coast MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Life at Egrets Cove
- Boat Dock · reported on 7 of 7 listings
- Boat Slip · reported on 5 of 7 listings
- Boat Launch · reported on 4 of 7 listings
- Marina · reported on 3 of 7 listings
- Management - Full Time · reported on 2 of 7 listings
- Maintenance Grounds · reported on 1 of 7 listings
- Management - Off Site · reported on 1 of 7 listings
Community amenities as reported across Space Coast MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.
Recent Developments in Egrets Cove
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Egrets Cove, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Retail & Dining
Margarita Island opens in the former El Chico building on Evans Road, Melbourne
The Mexican restaurant chain opened at 1751 Evans Road in Melbourne, its fourth Brevard location and seventh in Florida. It offers a full menu and a full-service bar.
What it may mean for the marketA new sit-down dining option adds to restaurant choices along the Evans Road area of Melbourne. The project is about 9 miles southeast of Egrets Cove, elsewhere in Brevard County.
Source: Space Coast Daily - October 2026Market
Brevard September home sales: single-family slows while condos and townhomes gain
Space Coast Association of Realtors data show the September single-family median price at $380,000, up 0.5%, with closed sales down 2.5% to 818 and 3.5 months of supply. Condo and townhouse median price rose 6.9% to $272,500, with 172 closed sales and 5.9 months of supply.
What it may mean for the marketTighter single-family supply and a firmer condo and townhouse segment point to differing inventory conditions across Brevard housing types. The site is about 3 miles northeast of Egrets Cove.
Source: Space Coast Daily - October 2026Infrastructure
Brevard County Brightline station fully funded with $57 million federal grant
The planned Brightline station in Cocoa, near State Road 528, is now fully funded after a federal grant of about $57 million. Cocoa will own the station and Brightline will operate it, linking Cocoa and Port Canaveral to South Florida destinations. No construction start date has been set, and officials expect to release more details in early 2027.
What it may mean for the marketA passenger rail stop near SR 528 would add a regional transit option for commuters and visitors traveling between the Space Coast and other Florida metros. The site is about 11 miles north of Egrets Cove.
Source: FOX 35 Orlando - July 2026Retail & Dining
Lakeside Social at Viera Town Center to bring a new waterfront community gathering place to Viera
The Viera Company, in partnership with Rogue Wave Hospitality Group, is opening Lakeside Social at Viera Town Center, a waterfront venue featuring a wave-shaped central bar, a boathouse-style bar, and a curated food vendor park. A soft opening was set for early June 2026, with a grand opening celebration over Fourth of July weekend 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA new waterfront food, bar, and entertainment venue adds dining and gathering capacity to Viera Town Center and broadens the local commercial mix. The project is about 3 miles northeast of Egrets Cove, elsewhere in Brevard County.
Source: Viera - June 2026Development
Orlando Health announces plans to open a new hospital in Viera
Orlando Health announced a seven-story, 240-bed hospital along with a three-story, 60,000-square-foot medical office building on a 40-acre health and wellness campus in Viera, between Lake Andrew Drive and I-95 south of Viera Boulevard. Construction was expected to begin in June 2026, with opening targeted as early as fall 2027.
What it may mean for the marketA new hospital and medical office campus would add major healthcare infrastructure and construction activity to the Viera area. The site is about 2 miles northeast of Egrets Cove.
Source: ClickOrlando - May 2026Infrastructure
Ellis Road widening from John Rodes Boulevard to Wickham Road advances to construction
FDOT's project to widen Ellis Road from two to four lanes over about 1.8 miles between John Rodes Boulevard and Wickham Road in the Melbourne area had a construction letting scheduled for May 20, 2026, at an estimated construction cost of $57 million. The work includes new sidewalks, buffered bicycle lanes, new traffic signals, and drainage improvements.
What it may mean for the marketWidening this corridor would increase road capacity and add sidewalks and bike lanes across a key West Melbourne and Melbourne connection. The project is about 10 miles southeast of Egrets Cove, elsewhere in Brevard County.
Source: CFL Roads (FDOT)
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.
The Egrets Cove buying strategy.
If we were buying in Egrets Cove today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Egrets Cove.
Boating infrastructure and interior scale
Egrets Cove's defining characteristic is its waterfront access package: boat slips, a marina, dock, and launch facilities reported across MLS listings. For buyers whose primary criterion is on-property vessel storage and immediate water access, this is purpose-built infrastructure. Verify current slip availability, fees, and size restrictions directly with the HOA - amenity access can vary by lot and ownership structure.
The median year built is 1988, but the range spans from mid-century construction to homes completed in 2014. That six-decade spread means condition and updates matter as much as location within the community. Homes on the older end of the spectrum may carry original mechanical systems, single-pane glass, and layouts that predate open-plan design; newer or extensively remodeled homes will command materially different pricing. The median living area - just under 5,500 square feet - is substantial, and many homes in this range were built as executive or custom residences. Expect higher utility costs, maintenance budgets, and property insurance premiums scaled to the square footage and waterfront exposure.
The community carries full-time and off-site management with grounds maintenance, which is typical for a marina-inclusive HOA. Fees fund the shared boating infrastructure and common-area upkeep; prospective buyers should request the HOA budget, reserve study, and any pending special assessments before contract. Merritt Island's location between the Indian River Lagoon and the Atlantic coast offers quick access to both intracoastal and open-water boating, but flood insurance is a material line item in this geography - obtain a detailed quote early in due diligence.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Egrets Cove. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
Egrets Cove requires an agent who understands marine infrastructure valuation and large-footprint comparable analysis. Momentum's Space Coast team knows how to price dock configurations, assess deferred maintenance in older waterfront construction, and source the flood and windstorm insurance quotes that often reshape a buyer's budget. We will walk the property with an eye for bulkhead condition, electrical panel capacity for boat lifts, and roof age - details that matter in a community where the median home was built in 1988 and carries significant square footage. In a nine-month inventory market, we help sellers position accurately from day one and give buyers the negotiation strategy and inspection focus that longer market times make possible.
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Recently off market in Egrets Cove
Homes in Egrets Cove that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 3 on record.
- 110 Utopia Circle · off market
- 150 Utopia Circle · off market
- 255 Utopia Circle · off market
| Location | Merritt Island, Brevard County, FL |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 28 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1956–2014 (median 1988) |
| Typical living area | 5,461 sq ft (median) |
| Home types (current listings and sales) | single-family 100% |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Boat Dock, Boat Slip, Marina, Boat Launch, Fishing, Management - Full Time |
| For sale right now | 3 active, 0 pending · median asking $1,149,000 · 9.0 months of supply |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 68% |
Data as of July 15, 2026. Based on information from the Space Coast MLS for the period %s through %s; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Egrets Cove key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/egrets-cove-merritt-island, data as of July 15, 2026.
Recently sold in Egrets Cove Merritt Island
- 255 Utopia Circle · sold $951,000
- 110 Utopia Circle · sold $1,400,000
Closed sales from the MLS; each page shows the sold price, taxes and value history.
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What it really costs to own in Egrets Cove
The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.
| Property tax | Current owners' bills run a median of $10,292/yr across 5 listings here (MLS tax records, 2026-11-12). |
|---|---|
| HOA dues | Median $73/month across 6 MLS listings (most billed quarterly; 2026-11-12). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study. |
| Home and flood insurance | The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Brevard County is $2,348/yr (6,986 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction. |
| Roof and age | Median build year 1988 across 5 listings. An original roof here would be about 38 years old; under Florida's 2022 reform (SB 2-D) carriers may require an inspection past 15 years, so budget for a roof report, and for replacement where it fails. |
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Egrets Cove Market Scorecard
Egrets Cove is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Typical home value in the 32952 ZIP is $439,615, about 10.1% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
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Based on information from the Space Coast MLS for the period 2026 through 2026-11-12. Refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale prices in Egrets Cove Merritt Island year by year since 2015, from closed MLS sales. Long-run history beats any single estimate: it shows what this community has actually done through rate cycles, not what a model guesses.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Space Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 11, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (community parcel extract) |
| Under-contract shares | Space 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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