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$825,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 1082358 MLS
Florida waterfront lifestyle from one of the most desirable canal locations in Diana Shores. Perfectly positioned on one of the widest sections of the canal, this custom-built 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers easier navigation for larger boats, a private dock with boat lift, and quick access to Sykes Creek, the Banana River, Port Canaveral, and the Atlantic Ocean. Major improvements include a 2023 metal roof, 2023 HVAC, hurricane-impact windows, impact-rated garage door, tankless gas water heater, updated electrical, whole-house water filtration system, beautifully remodeled bathrooms, and luxury vinyl flooring throughout. Inside, more than 2,300 square feet showcase an expansive open floor plan centered around spectacular waterfront views, a wood-burning fireplace, tray ceilings, walls of windows, and multiple sliding glass doors that seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor living. The chef's kitchen is equally impressive with extensive custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a massive island, gas cooktop, stainless vent hood, built-in wall oven and microwave, pantry, beverage station, and abundant storage, all overlooking the great room and water. The oversized primary suite enjoys peaceful canal views, private patio access, a spacious walk-in closet, and a completely renovated ensuite featuring dual vanities with quartz countertops and an oversized walk-in tiled shower. The guest bathroom has also been tastefully updated with modern finishes, making this home truly move-in ready. Step outside and experience what waterfront living is all about. The expansive covered lanai and oversized paver patio overlook one of the widest portions of the canal, providing exceptional views and plenty of room to entertain. The wide canal is more than just beautiful--it offers easier maneuverability for larger boats while giving you immediate access to some of Florida's best boating, fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, waterfront dining, and weekend cruising. Whether you're heading offshore for world-class fishing, spending the day on the Banana River, or enjoying an evening sunset cruise, your private dock and boat lift make every outing effortless. Additional highlights include an oversized laundry room with additional refrigerator, an oversized garage with exceptional storage for vehicles, golf carts, paddleboards and boating equipment, recessed lighting, generous room sizes, and an outstanding split-bedroom floor plan designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Located just minutes from Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center, waterfront restaurants, shopping, and SR-528 with convenient access to Orlando International Airport, this property offers far more than a beautiful home--it offers the waterfront lifestyle that people move to Florida to enjoy.

1525 Sykes Creek Drive, Merritt Island

$599,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 1080600 MLS
Welcome home to this 4/2/2 waterfront retreat in sought after Diana Shores. A large living room & dining area features cozy fireplace two sets of sliding glass doors that offers breath taking water views. The open floor plan connects to a spacious kitchen w/ breakfast bar perfect for relaxing and convenient to the family room. The primary suite w/ generous walk-in closet, of the three additional bedrooms two share the lovely water views. Step outside to your large enclosed patio that has soaring water views, ideal for entertaining, newer sea wall, w/covered private dock. Large green space to build your pool. Enjoy the peaceful setting, stunning sunrises & sunsets the best of Florida waterfront living. Needs Updating for your liking make it your tropical-paradise today. No low bridges, just deep wide navigable water. This waterfront gem offers unmatched access to the ocean, sandbars, & local restaurants Located on a quiet, dead-end, sidewalk-lined street. Watch Rockets outside your front door and enjoy the Christmas boat parade that goes by the dock, the canal is wide so the large vessels can make the turn with ease ( 80 plus boats decorated and parties and festivities through out the canal). Make this a new Christmas tradition for your family and friends to enjoy every year. You'll enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from beautiful beaches, & restaurants, nestled between highways 520 and 528 YOU HAVE EASY DRIVE TO COCOA BEACH, OR TO ORLANDO W/ ALL ITS ATTRACTIONS & INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. MERRITT ISLAND IS WHERE THE KENNEDY SPACE CENTER ALONG W/ SPACE X & BLUE ORIGIN CALLS HOME...YOU CAN TOO! Don't miss this opportunity to experience the ultimate in Florida waterfront living!

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The phrase “Urban Wildlife” may bring to mind some very vivid mental illustrations. However, if you were standing on Courtney Boulevard in central Merritt Island, you are likely to get an entirely different perception of the term. Sandwiched between the urban environments of central Merritt Island(once called Merritt City), and the beachside, is the Ulumay Wildlife Sanctuary.

The Sanctuary consists of 457 acres managed by Brevard County Parks and Recreation. This property is bordered to the North by conservation lands, approximately 300 acres managed by the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands Program.

My TyActivities include fishing, hiking, paddling, off-road biking, and wildlife watching. When driving into the park on Old Audubon Road, watch for a gate on the North side of the road. Park across the road and walk past the gate and the pump station. A kayak launch area is located a short distance to the West. An unpaved road/trail heads West and then bends Northwest to follow the dike along Sykes Creek. This trail remains walkable for approximately 3 miles up to Highway 528, but the vegetation can make bike riding challenging. A shorter trail leads East along another dike - essentially parallel to Sykes Creek Parkway. Fishing is abundant on either side of the island, and surf fishing is just a short drive away. Snook, which is a favorite fish of the locals is one of the most sporting fish to catch, not to mention one of the best-tasting fish in the sea. Redfish can also be caught all along the shores in the early morning and around dusk. This is another both fierce and delicious catch. 

Central Merritt Island Market ReportAll of this is just a short hike from almost every modern convenience known to man. Shopping plazas, schools, restaurants, and home improvement mega stores, with enough various activities and entertainment to never have to leave the island. Homes in the central part of Merritt Island are both many and varied. Eastern neighborhoods consist mostly of two and three-bedroom ranchers. The neighborhoods are clean and give the impression that the residents take great pride in their community. Palm tree-lined streets with well-manicured lawns really convey the Florida living experience.

If you live in central Merritt Island, there is a good chance that your home will be waterfront. Most homes on the east side of the island have very easy access to the paddle trails which wind through the sanctuary. Folks on the western shore of Merritt Island enjoy vast estates and modest living combined along the Tropical Trail, winding along the Indian River. If you can just get in your car and travel down this stretch of road, you can get a real feeling of the joy in living there may bring.

Central Merritt Island has to be one of the most ideal living areas in Florida. Every convenience and activity that a person can associate with southern coastal life is but a short distance from home. Everything from having the perfect view of NASA lift-offs, to a quiet day of kayaking in the wetlands. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a multitude of public arenas featuring soccer, baseball, running, and more.

Birdwatch from your backyard after a long day of work, and relax with all of your peaceful surroundings, or walk to a nearby restaurant for an evening meal, in the nearby area of town.