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For sale
$887,000
3beds
1,565sqft

255 Mocking Bird Ln, Merritt Island, FL 32953

3beds
1,565sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
3 Acres Lot
$567/sqft

What's special

Moderately updated bathroomsNatural beautyRemodeled kitchen

Welcome to a rare Merritt Island retreat offering 3 acres of incredible privacy beneath mature Florida oaks. This 3BD/2BA home features a remodeled kitchen, moderately updated baths, impact windows (2017) and HVAC (2023). Nearly wraparound screened porches add approximately 750 SF of additional living space, with peaceful views of your magical property and front-row views of rocket launches. Equestrian-ready with a 5-stall stable, 3,360 SF pole barn and detached 400 SF structure, there's no shortage of space or storage. Enjoy your fully stocked private pond for fishing and relaxing right at home. All of this in a great Merritt Island location with convenient proximity to Kennedy Space Center and NASA's soon-to-be-relocated headquarters. A truly special property offering space, privacy and a lifestyle that's hard to find!

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Source: Space Coast AOR,MLS#: 1075353
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Living Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

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Listed by:

Christy R Brazil 321-390-8721,

Coastal Life Properties LLC,

Jenn Clements 321-302-1430,

Coastal Life Properties LLC

Source: Space Coast AOR,MLS#: 1075353

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
  • Electric
Cooling
  • Central Air, Electric
Appliances
  • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry: In Unit
Features
  • Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Has fireplace: No
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 2,232
  • Total interior livable area: 1,565 sqft

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage spaces: 2
Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced,Full,Wire
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Pond, Trees/Woods
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Pond
Lot
  • Size: 3 Acres
  • Features: Dead End Street, Farm, Irregular Lot, Split Possible, Wooded
Details
  • Additional structures: Barn(s), Stable(s), Workshop
  • Additional parcels included: 2319595
  • Parcel number: 2336340000778.00000.00
  • Zoning description: Zoned for Horses
  • Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
Condition
  • Updated/Remodeled
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1993

Utilities & green energy

  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision: None
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Merritt Island

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $567/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $338,600
  • Annual tax amount: $2,579
  • Date on market: 4/22/2026
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Road surface type: Asphalt

Price history

DateEventPrice
6/2/2026Price change$887,000-9%$567/sqft
Source: Space Coast AOR #1075353
4/22/2026Listed for sale$975,000+1511.6%$623/sqft
Source: Space Coast AOR #1075353
4/1/1993Sold$60,500$39/sqft
Source: Agent Provided

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$2,579 +7.8%$190,630 +2.9%
2024$2,392 +1.4%$185,260 +3%
2023$2,359 +7.2%$179,870 +3%
2022$2,201 -3.3%$174,640 +3%
2021$2,276 +2.2%$169,560 +1.4%
2020$2,227 +2.5%$167,220 +2.3%
2019$2,172 $163,470 +1.9%
2018$2,172 0%$160,430 +2.1%
2017$2,173 -0.6%$157,140 +2.1%
2016$2,188 -1.3%$153,910 +0.7%
2015$2,217 -3%$152,850 +0.8%
2014$2,285 $151,640 -4.2%
2013-- $158,370 +7.8%
2012$1,924 -7.1%$146,910 -5.2%
2011$2,070 +8.9%$155,010 -14.6%
2010$1,900 +9.2%$181,410 -15.8%
2009$1,740 +0%$215,460 -12.1%
2008$1,739 -5.7%$245,000 -4.3%
2007$1,844 -7.9%$256,000 +11.6%
2005$2,002 -0.5%$229,400 +20.1%
2004$2,012 -3%$191,050 +19.7%
2003$2,075 +1.9%$159,650 +16.7%
2002$2,037 +2.5%$136,750 +6.5%
2001$1,987 +8.8%$128,390 +13.2%
2000$1,827 $113,450

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$5,966/mo
Principal & interest
$4879
Property taxes
$1087
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Neighborhood: North Merritt Island

Nearby schools

Lewis Carroll Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 3.1 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Grades 7-8 • 7.3 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
6/10
Merritt Island High School
Grades PK,9-12 • 4.1 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
College Readiness Rating
7/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10