The Groves
North Merritt Island

Established single-family neighborhood · North Merritt Island · ZIP 32953

A quiet, established north Merritt Island neighborhood near the Space Coast job corridor.

North IslandQuiet and woodedNear KSC corridor

Live Market Pulse

50/100
Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Home sizes and conditions vary here, so a single sale can mislead; condition, the lot, and the flood zone decide where a specific home trades.

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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Built fromLive Space Coast MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

LiveMarket PulseSpace Coast MLS

$283K

Median Price

0mo

Supply

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Avg DOM

Soft

Seller Leverage

$212/sf

Median $/Sqft

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1-Yr Price Change

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Distress

Jon's Current Read

"The Groves is an established single-family neighborhood in North Merritt Island, so the read is condition-and-location driven rather than amenity driven. The north-Island setting is quieter and greener than the SR 520 core, and it sits close to the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral job corridor. Your leverage is the condition and systems read on the individual home, the HOA or deed-restriction picture, and a clear understanding of the flood and elevation for a specific lot."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The Groves market snapshot (as of June 17, 2026): the median sale price is about $283K ($212 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live Space Coast MLS data.

The Groves is an established single-family neighborhood in North Merritt Island, in the 32953 ZIP, on Florida's Space Coast between the Indian and Banana Rivers. The north end of the Island is quieter and more wooded than the central SR 520 corridor, with a settled, low-traffic character.

Homes here are conventional single-family residences on real lots, with the styles, sizes, and vintages typical of an established Island neighborhood. Because most purchases are resale, the condition of the roof, systems, and any updates does more to set value than the headline number.

Confirm the HOA and deed-restriction picture for a specific home before you assume it. North Merritt Island includes a mix of associated and unassociated pockets, so verify any dues, what they cover, and any rules with the listing and the county.

The location is the steady draw: The Groves sits close to the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral job corridor and the north-Island conservation lands, with the central SR 520 shopping core and the causeways to the beaches a short drive south.

Quick Match

Who The Groves is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a quiet, established north Merritt Island setting
Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral commuters who value a short drive to work
Buyers who prefer a wooded, low-traffic neighborhood over a busy corridor
Renovation-minded buyers comfortable updating an established single-family home

Probably not for

Buyers who want new construction with a builder warranty
Those seeking a gated, amenity-dense resort community
Buyers who want to be in the center of the shopping and dining corridor
Anyone unwilling to budget updates on an established home

Market Pulse

How The Groves is performing right now

50/100
momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

0Months of supplytight

72Median days on marketdays

0 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand

1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

+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 The Groves listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Island Crossings or Merritt Island. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

Supply and demand now0 : 0active : pending

For sale0

Pending0

Sold 12mo1

Active and pending listings now vs homes sold in the last 12 months.

8.6A- score

Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in The Groves

Live MLS inventory for The Groves. 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.

125 Gator Drive home for sale in The Groves

Sold

$283,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,332 sqft · built 1989

125 Gator Drive, Merritt Island, 32953

Listed by Atlantic Group Real Estate

No homes are actively for sale in The Groves 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.

Interactive Map

The Groves on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

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.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The north-Island setting is the whole point: a quiet, wooded location close to the Space Coast job corridor, with central shopping and the beaches a short drive south.

Drive times from The Groves. The North Merritt Island location balances a quiet setting with reach to the job corridor, shopping, and the beaches.

Kennedy Space Center area~15-20 min · North Island job corridor

SR 520 corridor and Merritt Square Mall~12-15 min · Central Island shopping and dining

Cocoa Beach and the Atlantic~25-30 min · East and south over the causeways

Cocoa Village~15-20 min · West across the Indian River

Port Canaveral~25-30 min · Cruise and waterfront dining

Orlando International Airport (MCO)~65 min · West via SR 528

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic on the causeways 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

The Groves (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

The Groves 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 The Groves address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around The Groves: the strength of the Space Coast job market, the broader Island development push, and the Indian River Lagoon water-quality effort. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in The Groves

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishNorth Merritt Island's quiet setting and proximity to the Space Coast job corridor point up. The near-term watch items are the insurance and flood picture on established homes and how quickly limited resale supply turns.

Kennedy Space Center job corridor strength

Ongoing

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Regional

A growing Space Coast aerospace job base near the north Island underpins housing demand here.

Merritt Island development boom along SR 520

2025

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Investment in the central SR 520 corridor strengthens the broader Island while the north end stays quieter.

New Cape Canaveral Hospital campus on Merritt Island

Ongoing

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

A replacement hospital campus rising on the Island strengthens local services for north-Island residents.

North Merritt Island conservation lands

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Proximity to north-Island conservation and refuge lands supports the quiet, wooded character buyers pay for.

Indian River Lagoon water-quality focus

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Regional

Lagoon restoration and septic-to-sewer programs shape long-term costs and quality of life on the Island.

Tight established-home resale supply

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Limited turnover in quiet north-Island neighborhoods keeps resale supply scarce, supporting pricing for updated homes.

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 The Groves, 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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November 2025
Development
Merritt Island development boom expands along SR 520
A 296-unit luxury apartment project secured more than $51 million in financing on Fortenberry Road near SR 520, adding to a corridor that now includes a new hospital, entertainment venue, and retail projects on the Island. Why it matters: Investment in the Island's core strengthens the broader market while the north end remains quiet. Source
December 2025
Environment
Brevard pushes on Indian River Lagoon water quality
Brevard County asked the state for a hearing on a permit affecting lagoon discharge and expanded funding for septic-to-sewer upgrades, part of an ongoing effort to improve water quality around Merritt Island. Why it matters: Lagoon health is a long-term driver of quality of life on the Island, including the north end. Source

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 Strategy

The The Groves buying strategy.

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

Read the condition first. On an established home, price the roof, HVAC, plumbing, and any prior updates honestly before you judge a list price.

Confirm the HOA and deed restrictions. Verify whether there is an association, what it covers, and any rules with the listing and the county.

Check the flood and wind picture. Confirm the flood zone, elevation, and insurance quote for a specific home on the north Island.

Match the floor plan to real comps. Compare like-to-like square footage and condition, not just the neighborhood average.

Use the north-Island commute, and cross-shop Island Crossings for another established Merritt Island option nearby.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated home matched to like-for-like comps

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting roof, systems, and insurance on an established home

Best Lot

A higher, drier lot with a confirmed favorable flood zone

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA picture and the flood and wind costs before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

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

The Groves is a settled single-family neighborhood in North Merritt Island, not a master-planned community, so it trades on its quiet location and the individual home rather than shared amenities. The north end of the Island is more wooded and lower-traffic than the SR 520 core, and it sits close to the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral job corridor and north-Island conservation lands, with the central shopping corridor and the causeways to the beaches a short drive south. Confirm the HOA picture, deed restrictions, and flood zone for any specific home, since these vary across the Island.

The Groves Homes For Sale

What your money buys in The Groves.

The takeaway

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

Here are the broad resale bands in The Groves today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Home

$283K to $283K

Smaller or original-condition homes that need updating. The renovation route into a quiet north-Island street.

Lowest entry

The Updated Core

$283K to $283K

Homes with newer roof, systems, and finishes on a solid lot, the heart of the resale market here.

Most inventory

The Larger Home

$283K to $283K

The bigger or most fully updated floor plans on a desirable wooded lot, the homes that hold value best.

Strongest resale

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

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$283K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

$283K to $283K

The Entry Home

Smaller or original-condition homes that need updating. The renovation route into a quiet north-Island street.

$283K to $283K

The Updated Core

Homes with newer roof, systems, and finishes on a solid lot, the heart of the resale market here.

$283K to $283K

The Larger Home

The bigger or most fully updated floor plans on a desirable wooded lot, the homes that hold value best.

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

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in The Groves, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

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

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in The Groves is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

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.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well The Groves holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Quiet, wooded north-Island settingStrong

Close to the Space Coast job corridorStrong

Low-traffic, established characterPositive

Established-home condition and insuranceManage it

Confirm the flood zone per homeVerify it

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

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 The Groves

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.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The quiet north-Island setting and the lot are priced into every listing. The deal is won or lost on condition, the flood zone, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.6B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.5/10

Renovation Risk5.8/10

Location Efficiency8.2/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.3/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.4/10

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.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on The Groves 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.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

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

A higher, drier lot with a favorable flood zone holds value
Confirm the flood zone before the finishes
Mature trees and a wooded setting are a real draw
Conventional lots, no master-plan premium
Read the lot and elevation first, then the home

On an established north-Island street, the lot and its elevation matter as much as the house. A higher, drier lot with a favorable flood zone carries a real, durable advantage in both insurance cost and resale, while the home itself can always be updated. The wooded north-Island setting is part of the draw. Read the lot, the elevation, and the flood zone first, then price the home against it.

The 15-Second Verdict

The Groves in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a quiet, established north Merritt Island setting near the Space Coast job corridor.

Biggest advantageA quiet, wooded north-Island location minutes from the Kennedy Space Center corridor and a drive from the beaches.

Biggest riskCondition, insurance, and the flood zone on an established single-family home.

Sweet spotAn updated home on a higher, drier lot, matched honestly to recent comps.

Avoid ifYou want new construction, a gated amenity community, or a central corridor address.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Confirm the HOA picture per home
No CDD expected, confirm per parcel
Verify deed restrictions with the county
Budget a reserve for an established home
Quiet north-Island location is the real draw

The HOA picture varies by home and should be confirmed; North Merritt Island includes both associated and unassociated pockets. No CDD is expected, but confirm per parcel.

If an association applies, confirm exactly what it covers and any deed restrictions with the listing and the county before you assume.

There is no resort clubhouse or golf course tied to this neighborhood; the draw is the quiet setting, the location, and the lot.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a The Groves buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxBrevard County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in The Groves.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

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.

Selling in The Groves

Price it to the condition and the floor plan, not the Zestimate.

If you are thinking about selling in The Groves, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's size, condition, and updates, not an automated estimate. In an established resale neighborhood, the floor plan and the renovation level set your number.

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 The Groves, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Island Crossings, 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.

What is your The Groves home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in The Groves matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

The Groves Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

The Groves is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

n/a

Months supply

n/a

Median list

$283,000

Median sold

$212

Per sqft

n/a

Days on mkt

0/0/1

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32953 ZIP is $427,456, about 2.1% above 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 The Groves located?

The Groves is an established single-family neighborhood in North Merritt Island, Brevard County, in the 32953 ZIP, on Florida's Space Coast between the Indian and Banana Rivers.

What kind of homes are in The Groves?

It is a neighborhood of conventional single-family homes on real lots, with the styles, sizes, and vintages typical of an established Island neighborhood. Most purchases are resale.

Is there an HOA in The Groves?

The HOA picture varies and should be confirmed for a specific home. North Merritt Island includes both associated and unassociated pockets. Verify any dues, inclusions, and deed restrictions with the listing and the county.

Is there a CDD fee in The Groves?

No CDD is expected for this established neighborhood. Confirm per parcel on the tax record as a matter of course.

What ZIP code is The Groves in?

The Groves is in the 32953 ZIP code, the North Merritt Island area of Brevard County.

Is The Groves close to Kennedy Space Center?

Yes. North Merritt Island sits close to the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral job corridor, keeping that commute short relative to mainland Brevard.

How far is The Groves from the beach?

Cocoa Beach and the Atlantic are a drive east and south over the causeways, typically around 20 to 30 minutes depending on the exact home and traffic. Confirm by address.

What is the north Merritt Island area like?

It is quieter and more wooded than the central SR 520 corridor, with a settled, low-traffic character and proximity to north-Island conservation lands and the Space Coast job market.

What schools serve The Groves?

The neighborhood is served by Brevard Public Schools. School assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district.

Do I need flood insurance in The Groves?

It depends on the specific home's flood zone and elevation, which vary across Merritt Island. Confirm the flood zone, elevation certificate, and insurance quote for any home before you offer.

Are homes in The Groves a good value?

Value here is condition-driven. The right read is a comparable-sales analysis on a specific home, matched to its floor plan and condition, rather than the neighborhood average.

Is The Groves a good investment?

The quiet north-Island setting and proximity to the Space Coast job market support resale here. As with any established-home market, condition and the insurance picture drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.

What should I check before buying in The Groves?

Confirm the roof and systems age, the flood zone and insurance quote, the HOA picture and any deed restrictions, and pull true comparable sales matched to the home's size and condition.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in The Groves?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. On an established home where condition and insurance can swing the real cost, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.

The Verdict

Should you buy in The Groves?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want a quiet, established north Merritt Island settingExcellent fit

Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral commuters who value a short drive to workExcellent fit

Buyers who prefer a wooded, low-traffic neighborhood over a busy corridorExcellent fit

Renovation-minded buyers comfortable updating an established single-family homeExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the condition and insurance picture honestlyExcellent fit

Buyers who want new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not

Those seeking a gated, amenity-dense resort communityProbably not

Buyers who want to be in the center of the shopping and dining corridorProbably not

Anyone unwilling to budget updates on an established homeProbably not

Buyers who need a walkable, amenity-dense master planProbably not

Get the inside read on The Groves

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your The Groves home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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A Momentum Realty The Groves specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Source: Listing data provided by the Space Coast Multiple Listing Service. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.

The GrovesNorth Merritt Island

The 60-Second Overview

Who The Groves is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How The Groves is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in The Groves

The Groves on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in The Groves

Kennedy Space Center job corridor strength

Merritt Island development boom along SR 520

New Cape Canaveral Hospital campus on Merritt Island

North Merritt Island conservation lands

Indian River Lagoon water-quality focus

Tight established-home resale supply

Merritt Island development boom expands along SR 520

Brevard pushes on Indian River Lagoon water quality

The The Groves buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in The Groves.

What ~$283K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well The Groves holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The Groves

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on The Groves is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

The Groves in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a The Groves buy.

Price it to the condition and the floor plan, not the Zestimate.

In The Groves, condition and view decide your number

What is your The Groves home worth?

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The Groves
North Merritt Island