Cape Canaveral

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Cape Canaveral, FL

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Discover the space between oceanside and riverside

Coastal Active Affordable Family-Friendly Vibrant Historic Close-Knit Oceanside Riverside

Located in Brevard County on Florida’s Space Coast, midway between Jacksonville and Miami, Cape Canaveral offers residents and visitors access to sun, space, and sea. Known as Florida’s gateway to space, Cape Canaveral is adjacent to the famous Kennedy Space Center, the hub of the nation’s human space program.

In addition to recreational activities on the Atlantic Coast beaches and the Banana River shoreline, Cape Canaveral provides the unique and popular pastime of watching rockets launch near the water. Cruise ships regularly leave and enter nearby Port Canaveral. The aptly named Golf n Gator presents guests with mini golf and alligators. Sea turtles build nests on Cape Canaveral’s beaches and manatees seek refuge at Manatee Sanctuary Park. Commuters and travelers move around Cape Canaveral with ease on A1A and nearby I-95.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Cape Canaveral, FL is $1,131 for a studio, $1,212 for one bedroom, and $1,404 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cape Canaveral has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,212/month
613 Sq Ft
House
$3,930/month
1,474 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,318/month
1,064 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,413/month
1,241 Sq Ft
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Transportation

52

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

53

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Cape View Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

305 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Cherie Down Park
  • Lori Wilson Park
  • Kelly Park-East
  • Intracoastal Waterway Park
  • Kiwanis Island Park

Airports

  • Melbourne Orlando International

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