Price Improved! Waterfront living at its finest on Riverside Avenue in Merritt Island. This immaculate concrete block home is perfectly positioned on a deep, navigable canal with direct access to Sykes Creek and the Intracoastal, truly a boater’s paradise. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets from the oversized covered dock featuring a boat lift, dining area, and ample space to relax and embrace the coastal lifestyle. Inside, the bright and open floor plan offers two spacious master suites, ideal for multi-generational living, hosting guests, or rental flexibility. The main master features a walk-in closet and direct access to the Florida room, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Situated on a fenced corner lot, the home also boasts a large screened patio surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a day on the water. No HOA! Centrally located with easy access to SR-528, Merritt Square Shopping Mall, Port Canaveral parking, Mitchell Ellington Park, Mila Sports Complex, Space Coast Golf Club, bowling, and the Kennedy Space Center. Just minutes to beaches, shopping, dining, and Port Canaveral. Ideal as a primary residence, winter retreat, or income-producing vacation rental. A rare opportunity to own waterfront property on Riverside Avenue. Schedule your private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$245Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Betsy Breton-Garcia, PA• KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK
Est. $1,207 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 240 Riverside Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SCMLS #1057797
Mar 27, 2026
Sold
$471,000
$245/sq ft
Mar 17, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2026
Price Changed
$499,900
$260/sq ft
Dec 17, 2025
Price Changed
$509,900
$265/sq ft
Nov 25, 2025
Price Changed
$518,000
$269/sq ft
Nov 18, 2025
Relisted
—
Nov 13, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 24, 2025
Price Changed
$519,000
$269/sq ft
Oct 6, 2025
Price Changed
$529,900
$275/sq ft
Sep 21, 2025
Listed
$549,900
$286/sq ft
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Price Improved! Waterfront living at its finest on Riverside Avenue in Merritt Island. This immaculate concrete block home is perfectly positioned on a deep, navigable canal with direct access to Sykes Creek and the Intracoastal, truly a boater's paradise. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets from the oversized covered dock featuring a boat lift, dining area, and ample space to relax and embrace the coastal lifestyle. Inside, the bright and open floor plan offers two spacious master suites, ideal for multi-generational living, hosting guests, or rental flexibility. The main master features a walk-in closet and direct access to the Florida room, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Situated on a fenced corner lot, the home also boasts a large screened patio surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a day on the water. No HOA! Close to beaches, shopping, dining, Port Canaveral, and major employers, this home is ideal as a primary residence, winter retreat, or income-producing vacation rental. No HOA! A rare opportunity to own waterfront property on Riverside Ave. Schedule your private showing today!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O6346079
Mar 27, 2026
Sold
$471,000
$245/sq ft
Mar 16, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2026
Price Changed
$499,900
$260/sq ft
Dec 17, 2025
Price Changed
$509,900
$265/sq ft
Nov 25, 2025
Price Changed
$518,000
$269/sq ft
Nov 18, 2025
Relisted
—
Nov 10, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 24, 2025
Price Changed
$519,000
$269/sq ft
Oct 5, 2025
Price Changed
$529,900
$275/sq ft
Sep 20, 2025
Listed
$549,900
$286/sq ft
SCMLS #812115
Jul 6, 2018
Sold
$348,000
$181/sq ft
Apr 29, 2018
Listed
$359,000
$186/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5705439
Jul 6, 2018
Sold
$348,000
$181/sq ft
Apr 28, 2018
Listed
$359,000
$186/sq ft
This sturdy concrete block home w/ new roof in 2016 & new AC-2015, has been well maintained and is ready for you to call it your winter retreat or permanent home! Beautiful tropical setting & waterfront location on deep navigable canal that leads to Sykes Creek. Huge covered boat dock & lift also affords extra space for your outdoor dining area, hot tub, hammock or grilling area to be totally under cover! Expansive newer screened patio also offers a great place to relax while watching the dolphin & manatee frolic in the waterway. Enormous fenced in backyard w/ plenty of room for a pool. New exterior ( & some interior) paint. Updated electrical panel. Master suite w/ walk-in closet & access to Florida room. This charming Merritt Island community also has a park, tennis & basketball courts.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5548503
Jan 7, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 20, 2017
Listed
*
SCMLS #793675
Jan 7, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 15, 2017
Listed
$369,900
$192/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5455931
Dec 12, 2016
Sold
$288,000
$150/sq ft
Jul 27, 2016
Listed
$299,900
$156/sq ft
SCMLS #760415
Dec 9, 2016
Sold
$288,000
$150/sq ft
Jul 25, 2016
Listed
$299,900
$156/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #R4587376
Oct 17, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Oct 13, 2005
Sold
$427,900
$222/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 7, 2002
Sold
$164,000
$85/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 21, 2001
Sold
$143,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$658 (+15.7%)
2024
$569 (+2.9%)
2023
$553 (+3.1%)
2022
$536 (+3.3%)
2021
$519 (+10.7%)
2020
$469 (+13.9%)
2019
$411 (−85.1%)
$165,000 + $121,750
$286,750
2018
$2,766 (−1.1%)
2017
$2,797 (−7.0%)
2016
$3,007 (+2.2%)
$105,000 + $68,610
$173,610
2015
$2,941 (+8.7%)
2014
$2,705
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
1,189
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Brevard County
APN
24 3626-BT-*-308
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
Jun 21, 2022 • Final
Res doors-windows-shutters
Remodel
Sep 5, 2018 • Final
Residential minor misc
Add a new bathroom to an existing garage.
ADU
Bathroom
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: Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Florida Room,Inside Utility,Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry
# of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Walk-in Closet(s)
Water Extras Description: Boathouse,Lift - Covered,No Wake Zone,Seawall - Concrete
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: RU19
Land Information
Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Lot Size Dimensions: 78x100
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Square Meters: 728
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 178.93
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $568.67
Tax Year: 2024
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Water Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Location Information
Directions: East on SR 528 / The Beachline - Take the 1st Merritt Island Exit SR 3/Courtenay Pkwy - South on N Courtenay Pkwy - East on Needle Blvd at light by Checkers - left at the end on 4th then right onto Riverside - house on corner on left
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,189
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Brevard County
APN: 24 3626-BT-*-308
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 407-545-6430
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 176
BOM Date: 2025-11-18T00:00:00.000
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-03-27
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 259.55
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 1926
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Living Area Meters: 178.93
Building Area Total: 1926
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Security Features: Security System
Around this home
Schools
Mila Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
7/10
Merritt Island High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 23 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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Historical weather
Merritt Island, FL • 32953
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.7 hrs
6.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$496,000 – $601,000
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