Merritt Island City Property Records in Florida

Merritt Island property records document ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, tax history, transfers, mortgages, liens, plats, and other recorded instruments for properties in Merritt Island, Florida. Because Merritt Island is an unincorporated community, most official records are maintained at the county level. Users can search ownership, parcel details, assessed values, exemptions, and maps through the Brevard County Property Appraiser. Deeds, mortgages, liens, satisfactions, plats, and other recorded land documents are available from the Brevard County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller through its Official Records system. Property tax bills, payments, and delinquency information can be accessed through the Brevard County Tax Collector. For zoning, permitting, and land development information, users may consult Brevard County Planning and Development. Court cases that may affect property, such as foreclosures, probate matters, or civil liens, can be searched through the Brevard County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$91,020
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$379,700
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,495
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.66%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,348 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
81%
Population
Population:
34,718

Merritt Island Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Merritt Island

Merritt Island's Race and Ethnicity data shows that White residents are the largest group at 83% (28,809 people), followed by Hispanic residents at 7% (2,513 people) and Two + Races at 4% (1,298 people). Asian residents make up 3% (1,099 people) and Black residents 2% (764 people). Other Race is 0.58% (200 people), Pacific Islander residents are 0.10% (35 people), and American Indian residents are listed at 0% (0 people).

White
83%
28,809
Hispanic
7%
2,513
Two + Races
4%
1,298
Asian
3%
1,099
Black
2%
764
Other Race
0.58%
200
Pacific Islander
0.10%
35
American Indian
0%
0

Merritt Island, Ratings Compared Across Florida A

Merritt Island's community ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, from amenities and parks to schools and the weather. The highest-rated categories are Good for Retirees (A+), Public Schools (A), and Weather (A). Other notable ratings include Access to Parks (A), Good for Families (A), Access to Outdoor Activities (A-), and Walkability (B-). These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Merritt Island.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
A
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A-
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B
Good for Families
Good for Families
A
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B+
Jobs
Jobs
B+
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Merritt Island

Merritt Island's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (25%), High School (21%), and Some College (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
25%
High School
21%
Some College
14%
Masters Degree
13%
Associate Degree
12%
Below High School
4%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Merritt Island's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (52%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (27%) and 2000 - Present (14%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
52%
1980 - 1999
27%
2000 - Present
14%
1940 - 1959
7%
Before 1939
0.73%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Merritt Island's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (46%), followed by 4 Bedrooms (25%) and 2 Bedrooms (19%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
46%
4 Bedrooms
25%
2 Bedrooms
19%
5 or More Bedrooms
5%
1 Bedroom
5%
No Bedrooms
0.87%

What Is the Average Age

Merritt Island's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (26%), 55 - 64 (17%), and 45 - 54 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
26%
55 - 64
17%
45 - 54
13%
35 - 44
10%
25 - 34
9%
Under 10
9%
10 - 17
9%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Merritt Island

Merritt Island's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $379,700. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,348 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Merritt Island's dynamic real estate landscape.

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