River Heights
Homes for Sale in Cocoa, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Photo via Space Coast MLS
As of November 2026, River Heights in Cocoa, FL has 2 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1960–1963; none of the 3 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 36 ft).
| Location | Cocoa, Brevard County, FL |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 87 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1957–1993 (median 1961) |
| Typical living area | 2,354 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 2 active, 1 pending · median asking $353,950 · 12.0 months of supply |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 77% |
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, “River Heights key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/river-heights-cocoa, data as of July 15, 2026.
River Heights Cocoa is a midcentury enclave where price is a function of condition and renovation depth. The median home was built in 1961, and at 2,354 square feet these are larger single-family homes on established lots. What you pay here turns almost entirely on whether the mechanicals, roof, and kitchen have been updated—cosmetic fixes will not mask deferred systems work, and buyers with contractor relationships have an edge.
With twelve months of inventory and only two active listings, this is a shallow market in a buyer-leaning posture. That supply figure reflects slow turnover rather than flood; expect patience to be rewarded but not many concurrent options. The 77% homestead share signals stable occupancy, which typically means fewer surprises on neighboring upkeep but also means sellers are less motivated by urgency.
Figures in this note are as of July 16, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
River Heights right now
🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 12.0 months of supply and 33% 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 July 15, 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
River Heights is a collection of 87 single-family homes built primarily in the early 1960s, most ranging between 1957 and 1993. The market here moves slowly, with high homestead occupancy and a buyer-leaning posture as of mid-2026.
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 River Heights is best for.
Best for
- Buyers seeking larger single-family homes with room to customize and no HOA restrictions
- Renovation-minded buyers who can accurately price deferred maintenance and have execution capacity
- Patient buyers comfortable with thin inventory and willing to wait for the right condition and price
Probably not for
- Buyers who need turnkey condition or cannot absorb the cost and timeline of systems upgrades
- Buyers expecting amenities, resort-style features, or a master-planned community experience
- Buyers who need multiple active listings to compare or prefer fast-moving competitive markets
The market around River Heights
River Heights 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 River Heights specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Housing distress & ownership in River Heights, Cocoa
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on information from the Space Coast MLS for the period November 2026 through November 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in River Heights
Live MLS inventory for River Heights. 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 River Heights listings as of 2026-11-11, priced high to low. Based on information from the Space Coast MLS. Tap any home to ask about it.
Every Home for Sale in River Heights Cocoa Right Now (1)
All 1 active and pending River Heights Cocoa listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 117 Gary Lane · $379,900 · 3 bd / 3 ba · listed Aug 13, 2026 · listed by EXP Realty, LLC
River Heights 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.
Schools
- Brevard County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Cambridge · Elementary
- Cocoa · Middle
- Cocoa · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent River Heights listings and can change; always confirm with Brevard County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any River Heights address.
Recent Developments in River Heights
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting River Heights, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Parks & Amenities
Westin Cocoa Beach details FlowSurf surf attraction and plans for local access
The resort says its surf attraction will be called the FlowSurf Experience at The Lineup, with adjustable wave levels. Planned additions include a beachside bar called Locals Only and a cafe called Wax Shack with sports simulators, and the resort intends to offer attractions to the local community, with pricing not yet announced.
What it may mean for the marketThe project adds recreation and dining amenities to the Cocoa Beach oceanfront and may create hospitality jobs ahead of opening. The project is about 9 miles east of River Heights, 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 11 miles south of River Heights.
Source: Space Coast Daily - October 2026Infrastructure
Port Canaveral board reviews cruise revenue, Terminal 10 rehab and marina plans
Fiscal 2026 cruise revenue reached $210 million, about $10 million above projections, and the board was asked to add $2.7 million to the Cruise Terminal 10 rehab order. Bluepoints Marina is set to close by the end of 2028 for Cruise Terminal 4, with Cape Marina becoming full-service, and a $2.9 million commercial fishing facility is under way on Mullet Road.
What it may mean for the marketPort projects signal continued terminal investment and shifting boat-slip and waterfront commercial capacity near Cape Canaveral. The project is about 8 miles east of River Heights, elsewhere in Brevard County.
Source: WKMG ClickOrlando - October 2026Civic
Cocoa Beach commission asks state to study faster boat channels on the Banana River
The commission unanimously passed a proposal asking Florida wildlife officials to review manatee speed zones, with the mayor suggesting 25 mph daytime channels. The request is not final, and the state has not set a study timeline.
What it may mean for the marketAny change in speed zones could shorten boat travel times for waterfront residents and marine businesses around Cocoa Beach. The project is about 8 miles east of River Heights, elsewhere in Brevard County.
Source: FOX 35 Orlando - 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 less than a mile southeast of River Heights.
Source: FOX 35 Orlando - May 2026Builder Activity
Builder charts course for Cape Canaveral homes with rooftop terraces to watch launches
Miami-based EverHome Living plans 94 three-story townhouses off Astronaut Boulevard along the Banana River in Cape Canaveral, with prices starting around $650,000 and units of roughly 2,800 square feet. Groundbreaking is targeted for the end of 2026, with sales beginning in early 2027.
What it may mean for the marketA new townhouse community would add for-sale housing supply along the Banana River in Cape Canaveral. The project is about 8 miles east of River Heights, elsewhere in Brevard County.
Source: Homes.com News
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 River Heights buying strategy.
If we were buying in River Heights 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 River Heights.
What you are actually buying in River Heights
You are buying square footage—median 2,354—on lots platted before Kennedy. That means space, mature trees, and setbacks you will not find in newer product, but it also means original plumbing, electrical panels that may need replacement, and roofs on borrowed time unless the seller has receipts. The window for cosmetic flipping closed years ago; today's buyers either DIY or bring a trusted contractor, because an inspection will surface deferred maintenance that the asking price may not reflect.
Inventory stands at twelve months with just two active listings, so this is not a market where you will see ten comps and pick your favorite. It is a wait-and-watch market. Homestead makes up 77% of ownership, which keeps the neighborhood occupied but also means sellers are moving for life reasons, not investment exit timelines. You will negotiate on condition, not on competitive pressure.
No HOA, no community pool, no tennis courts—which is either freedom or the reason you keep looking, depending on what you want. What River Heights offers is land, privacy, and the chance to renovate into exactly the floor plan you need without fighting covenants. That appeals to a specific buyer; if you need turnkey or resort-style amenities, this is not your search.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in River Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a thin market with older housing stock, you need a broker who can read an inspection addendum, price condition risk accurately, and help you model renovation budgets before you write the offer. Momentum represents both sides of Brevard transactions and knows which systems upgrades are negotiable and which ones should walk you away. We will tell you when the bones are good and when they are not—and in River Heights, that is the only analysis that matters.
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Recently off market in River Heights
Homes in River Heights 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. 2 on record.
- 115 Gary Lane · off market
- 3057 Skyline Drive · off market
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Nearby Communities
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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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