Quail Cove in Melbourne

Quail Cove

Melbourne · Brevard County

A small low-maintenance attached-home neighborhood in east Melbourne, with an HOA and a quiet cul-de-sac feel.

Attached or villa productHOA-managedEast Melbourne, near the river
Live Market Pulse
49/100
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
$263K
Median Price
12mo
Supply
n/a
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$182/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Quail Cove is a small, established attached-home neighborhood in east Melbourne (ZIP 32935), near the Croton Road and Eau Gallie corridors. Public listing references describe a quiet, low-density pocket of attached or villa-style homes on cul-de-sacs with a modest monthly HOA. The read is low-maintenance living at a convenient east Melbourne address rather than resort amenities: the buy turns on the floor plan and unit type, the interior condition, what the HOA covers, and any reserve or roof responsibility. Treat figures as reported and confirm the HOA, the floor plan, and condition with the listing before you offer."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Quail Cove market snapshot (as of June 17, 2026): the median sale price is about $263K ($182 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live Space Coast MLS data.

Quail Cove is a small established attached-home neighborhood in east Melbourne (ZIP 32935), Brevard County, near the Croton Road and Eau Gallie corridors (public listing references). Treat figures as reported and confirm.

Public references describe attached or villa-style homes on quiet cul-de-sacs, a low-density, low-maintenance product rather than a large tract of detached single-family homes. Confirm the exact unit type and floor plan for the specific home.

The neighborhood is HOA-managed with a modest monthly fee reported in the roughly two-figure-per-month range. Confirm the current dues, what they cover, and whether the roof and exterior are an HOA or owner responsibility before you offer.

Because this is a small, HOA-managed attached-home pocket, the decision is unit-and-HOA specific. Match the floor plan and unit type to how you live, read the interior condition, confirm exactly what the HOA covers and any reserves, then comp within the neighborhood and product type.

Best for

  • Buyers who want low-maintenance attached or villa living at a convenient east Melbourne address
  • Buyers who will confirm the HOA, what it covers, and any roof or exterior responsibility
  • Buyers who value a quiet cul-de-sac setting near the river and Eau Gallie
  • Buyers who want to be minutes from Wickham Road, US 1, and the causeways

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a large detached single-family home on acreage
  • Buyers who want new construction or resort-style amenities
  • Buyers who want no HOA and full exterior control
  • Buyers who want a gated, golf, or country-club setting

How Quail Cove is performing right now

49/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
12Months of supplytight
72Median days on marketdays
0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
-1%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 Quail Cove 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 Quail Cove buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Quail Cove

Live MLS inventory for Quail Cove. 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 Quail Cove 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.

Wickham Road corridor~5 to 10 min · shopping and dining, approximate
US 1 / Eau Gallie Arts District~10 min · east, approximate
Eau Gallie Causeway / Indian River~10 to 15 min · to the river and beaches
Interstate 95~10 to 15 min · via Eau Gallie Boulevard, approximate
Melbourne Orlando International Airport~15 min · south, approximate
Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center~15 to 20 min · south, 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
Quail Cove (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

Quail Cove 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 Quail Cove address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at Quail Cove, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Quail Cove

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a small, established, HOA-managed attached-home pocket in east Melbourne. The watch items are the floor plan and unit type, the interior condition, what the HOA covers, and any roof or reserve responsibility.

Attached or villa product with an HOA

NeutralLow-maintenance living and a managed exterior come with monthly dues and shared rules; what the HOA covers, especially the roof and exterior, drives the real carrying cost, so confirm per unit. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Attached or villa product with an HOA

Quiet east Melbourne location near the river

BullishA convenient setting minutes from Wickham Road, US 1, the Eau Gallie district, and the causeways supports steady demand for low-maintenance product; confirm the floor plan and condition. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Quiet east Melbourne location near the river

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 Quail Cove, 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. June 2026
    Community

    Small HOA-managed attached-home pocket in east Melbourne

    Public listing references describe Quail Cove as a small, established attached or villa-style neighborhood on quiet cul-de-sacs in east Melbourne (32935), with a modest monthly HOA reported. Treat figures as reported and confirm the HOA, the floor plan, and condition with the listing. Why it matters: The floor plan and what the HOA covers are the story; the buy is unit-and-HOA specific, not amenity driven. 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 Quail Cove, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the current HOA dues and exactly what they cover, including whether the roof, exterior, and insurance are an HOA or owner responsibility.

2

Confirm the unit type and floor plan, since attached and villa products and floor plans differ in value and how they live.

3

Read the interior condition, especially the kitchen, baths, HVAC, and water heater on the specific unit.

4

Ask about HOA reserves and any special assessments, since roof and exterior obligations can drive future costs.

5

Comp within the neighborhood and product type, not against detached single-family homes nearby.

Best Buy
An updated unit on a quiet cul-de-sac with a sound HOA, healthy reserves, and the roof and exterior responsibility confirmed in writing.
Biggest Risk
Misreading what the HOA covers, especially the roof and exterior, or a thin reserve that invites a special assessment.
Best Lot
Interior condition and the cul-de-sac position matter more than lot size in an attached-home pocket; confirm any private outdoor space.
Smart Timing
Confirm the HOA, reserves, floor plan, and condition 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

Quail Cove is a small established attached-home neighborhood in east Melbourne (32935), Brevard County, near the Croton Road and Eau Gallie corridors. Public references describe attached or villa-style homes on quiet cul-de-sacs with a modest monthly HOA. There are no reported resort amenities; the buy is unit-and-HOA specific. Confirm the HOA dues and coverage, any roof or exterior responsibility, reserves, the floor plan, and condition with the listing. It is zoned to Brevard Public Schools by address; verify the exact zoned schools with the district.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original-condition units
$263K to $263K

The most attainable units are those in mostly original condition that need updates. Confirm the HOA, what it covers, and reserves before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: partially updated units
$263K to $263K

The middle is units with some updates already done. The floor plan, the condition, and what the HOA covers separate these more than square footage.

Most inventory
High: updated units in the best positions
$263K to $263K

The top end is well-updated units on the quietest cul-de-sacs with the most preserve or green outlook. These trade on condition and position.

Strongest resale

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

$263K to $263K
Entry: original-condition units
The most attainable units are those in mostly original condition that need updates. Confirm the HOA, what it covers, and reserves before assuming a value.
$263K to $263K
Mid: partially updated units
The middle is units with some updates already done. The floor plan, the condition, and what the HOA covers separate these more than square footage.
$263K to $263K
High: updated units in the best positions
The top end is well-updated units on the quietest cul-de-sacs with the most preserve or green outlook. These trade on condition and position.

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 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 Quail Cove

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 convenience and the low-maintenance product are priced into every Quail Cove listing. The deal is won on the floor plan, the condition, and exactly what the HOA covers, not on the name.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.5B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.5/10
Renovation Risk5.2/10
Location Efficiency8.0/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.2/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.2/10

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 Quail Cove 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
  • Interior condition and cul-de-sac position matter more than lot size here.
  • Confirm any private outdoor space such as a patio or balcony.
  • What the HOA covers, especially roof and exterior, drives carrying cost.
  • Check reserves and any special-assessment history.
  • Comp within the neighborhood and product type.

In an attached-home pocket like Quail Cove, the unit's interior condition and its position on a quiet cul-de-sac matter more than lot size. Confirm any private outdoor space, read the kitchen, baths, and systems, and pay close attention to what the HOA covers, especially the roof and exterior, and to reserves and any special-assessment history. Compare a unit against the closest sale in its own neighborhood and product type rather than against detached single-family homes nearby.

Quail Cove in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want low-maintenance attached or villa living at a convenient east Melbourne address near the river.
Strong onA quiet cul-de-sac setting, minutes to Wickham Road, US 1, Eau Gallie, and the causeways.
WatchThe floor plan and unit type, interior condition, what the HOA covers, and any roof or reserve responsibility.
Not forBuyers who want detached acreage, new construction, no HOA, or a gated golf setting.
The edgeWhat the HOA covers and the unit's condition define the market here, so the right unit with a sound HOA is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Confirm the current HOA dues and exactly what they cover.
  • Ask whether the roof and exterior are HOA or owner responsibility.
  • Check reserves and any history of special assessments.
  • Match the floor plan and unit type to how you live.
  • Comp within the neighborhood and product type.

Quail Cove is HOA-managed with a modest monthly fee reported in the roughly two-figure-per-month range. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the current dues, what they cover, and whether the roof, exterior, and insurance are an HOA or owner responsibility before you offer.

Attached-home HOAs commonly cover some combination of grounds, common areas, and exterior or roof maintenance, but coverage varies. Confirm exactly what is included and what remains an owner responsibility for the specific unit.

no golf club; confirm amenities. Quail Cove is a small attached-home pocket; confirm any shared amenities such as a common area or pool with the listing.

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 Quail Cove, condition and view decide your number

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

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Quail Cove is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $315,000.

12.0
Months supply
$315,000
Median list
$263,000
Median sold
$182
Per sqft
n/a
Days on mkt
1/0/1
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 Quail Cove located?
Quail Cove is a small attached-home neighborhood in east Melbourne (32935), Brevard County, near the Croton Road and Eau Gallie corridors.
What kind of homes are in Quail Cove?
Public references describe attached or villa-style homes on quiet cul-de-sacs, a low-maintenance product rather than detached single-family homes. Confirm the exact unit type and floor plan.
Is there an HOA in Quail Cove?
Yes. Quail Cove is HOA-managed with a modest monthly fee reported. Confirm the current dues, what they cover, and any roof or exterior responsibility before you offer.
What does the Quail Cove HOA cover?
Coverage varies by community and can include grounds, common areas, and sometimes exterior or roof maintenance. Confirm exactly what is included and what remains an owner responsibility for the specific unit.
Is Quail Cove a 55+ community?
Public references do not describe Quail Cove as age-restricted. Confirm any age restriction with the HOA and the listing before you offer.
Does Quail Cove have amenities?
No resort-style amenities are reported. Confirm any shared features such as a common area or pool with the listing.
Is Quail Cove gated?
Public references do not describe Quail Cove as gated. Confirm with the listing.
What schools serve Quail Cove?
It is zoned to Brevard Public Schools by home address. Assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
How far is Quail Cove from the beach?
The Indian River and the Eau Gallie Causeway to the beaches are roughly 10 to 15 minutes east. Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic.
How far is Quail Cove from Interstate 95?
Interstate 95 is roughly 10 to 15 minutes away via Eau Gallie Boulevard. Drive times are approximate.
Is Quail Cove a good investment?
A small, established, low-maintenance attached-home pocket at a convenient east Melbourne address supports steady demand, but value is unit-and-HOA specific. Confirm the HOA, the floor plan, and condition before deciding.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Quail Cove?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In an attached-home pocket where the HOA coverage and reserves drive your real carrying cost, having your own representation to read the HOA documents and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want low-maintenance attached or villa living at a convenient east Melbourne addressExcellent fit
You will confirm the HOA, what it covers, and any roof or exterior responsibilityExcellent fit
You value a quiet cul-de-sac setting near the river and Eau GallieExcellent fit
You want a large detached single-family home on acreageProbably not
You want new construction or resort-style amenitiesProbably not
You want no HOA, full exterior control, or a gated golf settingProbably not

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