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Merritt Island, FL

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Join a close-knit community on Florida’s Space Coast

Suburban Coastal Scenic Family-Friendly Tropical Peaceful

Despite the name, Merritt Island is not actually an island—it’s part of a peninsula. Misnomer aside, Merritt Island is a tranquil, coastal community with a small-town atmosphere. Residents enjoy the peace of a predominantly residential area along with the convenience of numerous suburban shopping centers, which offer plenty of familiar chain restaurants and national retailers. The popular Merritt Square Mall is a prime local destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment.

The natural environment functions as a large part of life in Merritt Island. Residents enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, from hiking the trails in Ulumay Wildlife Sanctuary to kayaking in the Banana River Aquatic Preserve. Merritt Island is also just a short distance from a host of beautiful Atlantic Coast beaches and vibrant beach towns like Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral.

Merritt Island is also convenient to several area attractions, such as Andretti Thrill Park, Brevard Zoo, and NASA's John F. Kennedy Space Center. Patrick Air Force Base sits close to Merritt Island as well, affording many residents quick commutes. Getting around from Merritt Island is simple with access to Pineda Causeway, U.S. 1, I-95, A1A, and Orlando Melbourne International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Merritt Island, FL is $997 for a studio, $1,123 for one bedroom, $1,391 for two bedrooms, and $1,935 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Merritt Island has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,123/month
677 Sq Ft
House
$3,653/month
1,961 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,384/month
1,290 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,278/month
1,530 Sq Ft
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Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

41

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Tropical Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

671 Students

8
out of 10

Lewis Carroll Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

626 Students

8
out of 10

Audubon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

450 Students

8
out of 10

Mila Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

433 Students

4
out of 10

Edgewood Junior/Senior High School

Public

Grades 7-12

939 Students

10
out of 10

Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

608 Students

5
out of 10

Edgewood Junior/Senior High School

Public

Grades 7-12

939 Students

10
out of 10

Merritt Island High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,546 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Rotary Park-Merritt Island
  • Intracoastal Waterway Park
  • Riverwalk-A Family Park
  • Brevard Zoo
  • Lori Wilson Park

Airports

  • Melbourne Orlando International

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