Riverdale Estates
Homes for Sale in Merritt Island, FL

All 214 homes for sale in Merritt Island, FL · median $524,950 · 104 homes for sale in 32953 · Brevard County homes for sale

Community in Merritt Island · Brevard County · ZIP 32953
20 homesBuilt 1952–2012
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 18 closed sales in Riverdale Estates Subd in Merritt Island, FL since 2005, the most recent in April 2023. Across Merritt Island as a whole, 263 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $440,000, 48 median days on market, with 218 homes for sale today. At that median and Brevard County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.6 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,870 ($6,240 with the full homestead exemption).

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Ownership and context
85%
Owner-occupied · Riverdale Estates
17 of 20 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
15%
Non-owner-occupied · Riverdale Estates
incl. 15% trust or LLC-held · 0% out-of-state
20
Homes in the community
20 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 21 years of records
Est. 1952
Community established
homes built 1952-2012, median 1959 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read · written July 18, 2026

Riverdale Estates is a small subdivision in Merritt Island, and the honest starting point is that the current MLS snapshot is thin. There is no median price, no day-count, and no amenity set to lean on here, which means anyone quoting you a hard number for this specific subdivision is guessing. What actually sets price in a pocket like this is the individual home: condition, lot, updates, and how it compares to the broader Merritt Island market that surrounds it.

For a buyer, that thinness is a reason to slow down and underwrite each listing on its own merits rather than a neighborhood average. For a seller, it means your comps will likely come from adjacent Merritt Island streets, not from a deep run of same-subdivision sales, so pricing is a judgment call that rewards good local read over formulas.

Figures in this note are as of July 18, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Riverdale EstatesHomes for Sale in Merritt Island, FL right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

535 Robinhood Drive
$900K · 0.1 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,168 sqft
535 Robinhood Drive
Listed by Reef Realty Florida LLC
460 Oakwood Court
$529K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,006 sqft
460 Oakwood Court
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC
380 Hunt Drive
$299K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,092 sqft
380 Hunt Drive
Listed by Florida Realty Results, LLC
255 Eyre Avenue
$339K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,415 sqft
255 Eyre Avenue
Listed by aReal Estate Service Team
725 Manderine Street
$355K · 0.5 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,526 sqft
725 Manderine Street
Listed by Spectrum, Inc.
125 Wales Avenue
$269K · 0.5 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,490 sqft
125 Wales Avenue
Listed by Arium Real Estate, LLC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Riverdale Estates is a subdivision within Merritt Island in Brevard County, on the Space Coast. The current listing data is limited, so it is best treated as a home-by-home market rather than one with its own established price signature.

Space Coast MLS sales records identify 8 homes in Riverdale Estates that have changed hands since 2010, built between 1957 and 1980 (median 1959), with a median living area of about 1,377 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Space Coast MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

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.

Best for

  • Buyers targeting Merritt Island generally who are flexible on the exact subdivision
  • Buyers prepared to underwrite a single home's condition and lot rather than a market average
  • Buyers with the patience to wait for the right listing in a small, low-inventory pocket

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a deep, stable set of same-subdivision comps before committing
  • Buyers who require community amenities such as a pool, gym, or clubhouse
  • Buyers who need a firm neighborhood price or days-on-market figure to move forward

The market around Riverdale Estates

Riverdale Estates is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32953, 143 homes are on the market and 28% are under contract — a steady corner of Merritt Island.

Across Brevard County, 4,132 homes are active and 1,477 pending (26% under contract).

In ZIP 32953 (Merritt Island), 243 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $435K ($251/sq ft), down 9.8% year over year, with a median 40 days on market. Right now 42 active and 11 pending listings put supply at about 4.1 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32953 housing market and the Brevard County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Riverdale Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Riverdale Estates today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 Riverdale Estates.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a Merritt Island address and will evaluate each home on its own merits.
Biggest Risk
Thin subdivision-level data means no reliable price or pace benchmark to anchor to.
Sweet Spot
A well-conditioned individual home priced honestly against nearby comps.
Avoid If
You need a predictable neighborhood average or amenity package to justify the buy.

A home-by-home subdivision

With no amenities identified from current MLS listings and no reliable subdivision-level pricing to cite, the useful analysis here is about location and structure, not headline stats. Merritt Island's appeal is its position between the river systems and the beaches of Brevard County, and Riverdale Estates sits inside that broader Space Coast context.

Because the sample is small, expect a wide spread between homes depending on condition and updates. A well-renovated house and a dated one on the same street can price very differently, and that spread — not a neighborhood average — is what will drive your negotiation.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Riverdale Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

When a subdivision has thin data and no amenity story to sell, the value we add is disciplined underwriting: pulling the right adjacent Merritt Island comps, reading condition against price, and telling you plainly when a listing is worth pursuing and when it isn't. We would rather set expectations correctly than sell you a number the data can't support.

Riverdale Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a Merritt Island address and will evaluate each home on its own merits.
Biggest advantageA Space Coast location with river-and-beach access across Brevard County.
Biggest riskThin subdivision-level data means no reliable price or pace benchmark to anchor to.
Sweet spotA well-conditioned individual home priced honestly against nearby comps.
Avoid ifYou need a predictable neighborhood average or amenity package to justify the buy.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Riverdale Estates homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Riverdale Estates.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Riverdale Estates sales matched to your home.

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Riverdale Estates key facts
LocationMerritt Island, Brevard County, FL · ZIP 32953
Homes in the community20 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1952–2012 (median 1958.5)
Typical living area1,852 sq ft (median)
Owner-occupied (homestead) share85%

Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on information from the Space Coast MLS for the period 2005 through 2023; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Riverdale Estates key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/riverdale-estates-subd, data as of September 20, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in Riverdale Estates, Merritt Island

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 1 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-14 → 2026-09-19)

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 September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Riverdale Estates?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 20 homes in Riverdale Estates (public records).
What share of Riverdale Estates is owner-occupied?
85% of Riverdale Estates parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Riverdale Estates built?
Homes in Riverdale Estates were built between 1952 and 2012, with a median year built of 1958.5 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Riverdale Estates?
The best agent for Riverdale Estates is one who actively works Merritt Island and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Riverdale Estates.
How do I find a top Merritt Island real estate agent who knows Riverdale Estates?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Riverdale Estates and the wider Merritt Island area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Riverdale Estates?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Riverdale Estates purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Riverdale Estates, and what county is it in?
Riverdale Estates is in Merritt Island, Brevard County, FL, ZIP 32953. The community's center is about 2 miles northwest of the center of Merritt Island (straight-line).
Buyers targeting Merritt Island generally who are flexible on the exact subdivisionExcellent fit
Buyers prepared to underwrite a single home's condition and lot rather than a market averageExcellent fit
Buyers with the patience to wait for the right listing in a small, low-inventory pocketExcellent fit
Buyers who want a deep, stable set of same-subdivision comps before committingProbably not
Buyers who require community amenities such as a pool, gym, or clubhouseProbably not
Buyers who need a firm neighborhood price or days-on-market figure to move forwardProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 32953))
Under-contract sharesSpace Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2005 (18 transactions analyzed)

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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