This amazing, resort style pool estate sits on a huge double lot in beautiful Melbourne Beach. Home was completely remodeled and expanded less than two years ago with the finest materials available. NEW standing seam aluminum Kynar painted roof, NEW Impact windows, NEW AC, NEW hurricane rated two story screen room, NEW Kitchen, NEW Bathrooms and NEW floorplan! Did I mention the New covered parking for a boat or RV. Or both! Very quiet, dead end street with private pool, private river access, private boat ramp AND Private Ocean access! Inside you will find a modern open layout with a huge downstairs bedroom. Upstairs holds the nicest Master Bed/bath in the neighborhood along with a third bedroom. The pool has three porches, a deck and pergola. Huge backyard with NEW vinyl fence. MUST SEE!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$321Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jim Gast• Blue Marlin Real Estate
Bought with James Gast• Blue Marlin Real Estate CB
Amazing Melbourne Beach 2768 sq ft 4/3 Trifecta. .. Private Pool, Beach & River. .. close to shopping, A+ rated schools and golf. Located on a friendly, quiet dead-end street, you can take morning strolls on the beautiful beaches from the gated access and enjoy amazing sunsets at the quaint riverfront neighborhood park with it's own private boat launch. There are 3 BIG bedrms upstairs and a bath, the huge ground level 13x24 bedroom would also make a great mother-in-law unit. Charming 2 sided fireplace opens to the living area and the bonus room/den that could be a home office with it's own entrance. The enclosed porch overlooking pool is a versatile space. Freshly painted and move in ready but priced for upgrades needed. Don't hesitate to come make your mark and create a Beachside Treasure. Newly resurfaced pool, newer A/C in and out, 2005 roof and newer windows, new tile in upstairs bath and brand new carpet in entire upper level. The second driveway is perfect for boat/rv or there is room on side of home. Move in ready but Price reflects upgrades that are still needed. .. Addition professionally done and permitted. City water is available but home is currently on well water. Septic just pumped in 2/2017. Charming 2 sided foreplace opens to an additional room/den that would make a great office space with it's own entrance.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,026 (+22.6%)
2024
$838 (+2.9%)
2023
$814 (+3.1%)
2022
$789 (+3.2%)
2021
$765 (−80.4%)
2020
$3,898 (+1.1%)
$238,000 + $333,330
$571,330
2019
$3,857 (−15.0%)
2018
$4,536 (+7.8%)
$100,000 + $181,430
$281,430
2017
$4,210 (+175.3%)
$100,000 + $151,430
$251,430
2016
$1,529 (−1.5%)
2015
$1,553
2014
$1,554
Tax history for 260 Richards Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,026 (+22.6%)
2024
$838 (+2.9%)
2023
$814 (+3.1%)
2022
$789 (+3.2%)
2021
$765 (−80.4%)
2020
$3,898 (+1.1%)
$238,000 + $333,330
$571,330
2019
$3,857 (−15.0%)
2018
$4,536 (+7.8%)
$100,000 + $181,430
$281,430
2017
$4,210 (+175.3%)
$100,000 + $151,430
$251,430
2016
$1,529 (−1.5%)
2015
$1,553
2014
$1,554
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
2,919
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Brevard County
APN
28 3820-GB-*-16
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RU-1-9
Single-Family Residential
The RU-1-9 single-family residential zoning classification encompasses lands devoted to single-family residential development of spacious character, together with such accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Golf related
Park & open space
Aug 27, 2019 • Final
Res doors-windows-shutters
Remove and replace existing windows with new impact-resistant windows.
Remodel
Apr 24, 2018 • Final
Residential hvac mechanical-change out
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Integer: 2
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Exterior
Pool Features
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground, Screen Enclosure
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Fencing: Fenced, Vinyl
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Concrete, Stucco, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 3,334
Property Information
Direction Faces: South
Levels: Two
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
LivingArea: 2,762
Other Structures: Gazebo
Lot Information
Lot Features: Dead End Street, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Lot Size Acres: 0.44
Lot Size Area: 0.44
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront Features: Ocean Access
Additional Parcels Description: 2849077
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,897.76
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: VA
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Name: RICHARDS SUBD
Association Amenities: Park
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Hoover
Elementary School: Gemini
High School: Melbourne
Location Information
Directions: south on a1a, right on Richards, home is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,919
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Brevard County
APN: 28 3820-GB-*-16
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Gemini Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
Herbert C. Hoover Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
7/10
Melbourne Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 18-28% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$842,000 – $1.02M
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