HOMES BY DARCI
Southern Key Realty
2885 S Tropical Trail Merritt Island FL 32952
Waterfront - Fixer Upper - Primary on Main
Address
2885 S Tropical Trail, Merritt Island, FL
Price
$ 850,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1059206
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active Under Contract
- CountyBrevard
- CityMerritt Island
- AreaS Merritt Island
- Zip32952
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built1957
- Taxes$ 3386
- Price$ 850,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1639
- Lot Size0.41 Acres
Data Source:
Space Coast AOR
Property Description
Experience the charm of mid-century design with this iconic 1950s riverfront retreat—a rare opportunity to own over 100 feet of direct Indian River frontage on a sprawling .41-acre lot. This three-bedroom, two-bath residence captures the essence of vintage Florida living, featuring warm wood ceilings and breathtaking panoramic views of the river. Step outside to enjoy spectacular sunsets and an ever-changing display of Florida's coastal wildlife, all from your own backyard paradise. With its timeless architecture, serene setting, and endless potential, this property offers a unique opportunity to renovate or reimagine into your dream waterfront estate. Homes like this rarely come available—a perfect blend of history, character, and location along the sought-after Indian River. Vacant lot next door is also for sale. MLS # 1059208
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Tropical Elementary School | Jefferson Middle School | Merritt Island High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Listed $924,500 |
| 4/7/2026 | 8$850,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1639 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Garage Spaces | 1 |
| Construction Materials | Concrete |
| Year Built | 1957 |
| View | River,Intracoastal |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Current Use | Residential,Single Family |
| Waterfront Features | Navigable Water,River Access,Seawall,Intracoastal |
| Additional Parcels Description | 2508067 |
| County | Brevard |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Contingency | Inspection |
| Subdivision Name | None |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Workshop |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Directions | From 520, Take Tropical Trail South. Follow S Tropical Trail to 2885 S Tropical Trail. House will be on your right. |
| High School | Merritt Island |
| City | Merritt Island |
| Body of Water | Indian River |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 253 - S Merritt Island |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 17860 |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Elementary School | Tropical |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3386.3 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Jefferson |
| Property Condition | Fixer |
| MLS Area Minor | 253 - S Merritt Island |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/spc/1059206 |
| Standard Status | Active Under Contract |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Primary Downstairs |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Other |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Carport,Garage |
| Lot Features | Other |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.41 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.41 |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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Price
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