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
For sale
Price cut: $74.5K (4/7)
$850,000
2885 S Tropical Trl, Merritt Island, FL 32952
3beds
1,639sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.41 Acres Lot
$819,500 Zestimate®
$519/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vintage florida livingDirect indian river frontageBackyard paradiseSpectacular sunsetsTimeless architectureWarm wood ceilings
- 270 days |
- 1,059 |
- 53 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Liz Hahn 321-453-2151,
Daignault Realty Inc
Source: Space Coast AOR,MLS#: 1059206
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 9.00
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 9.00
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 12.00
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 91
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 7.00
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Other
- Description: Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 9.00
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Primary Downstairs
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,639 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Intracoastal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Intracoastal
- Waterfront features: Navigable Water, River Access, Seawall, Intracoastal
- Body of water: Indian River
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Additional parcels included: 2508067
- Parcel number: 2536130000506.00000.00
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merritt Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $519/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $676,710
- Annual tax amount: $3,386
- Date on market: 10/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$819,500
$779,000 - $860,000
$2,641/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000$519/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $850,000$519/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #O6352757 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Contingent | $850,000$519/sqft |
Source: Space Coast AOR #1059206 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Price change | $850,000-8.1%$519/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Price change | $924,500-0.1%$564/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $925,000$564/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,646 +6.6% | $279,740 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $3,420 +1% | $271,860 +3% |
| 2023 | $3,386 +7% | $263,950 +3% |
| 2022 | $3,164 -4.3% | $256,270 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,307 +1.1% | $248,810 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $3,272 +1.4% | $245,380 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $3,227 | $239,870 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $3,227 +6.9% | $235,400 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $3,020 -7.9% | $230,560 -16% |
| 2016 | $3,277 +8.5% | $274,560 |
| 2015 | $3,020 -0.8% | $274,560 |
| 2014 | $3,045 | $274,560 -4.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $286,950 +7.2% |
| 2012 | $3,143 +3.6% | $267,730 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $3,034 +10.5% | $269,350 -20.8% |
| 2010 | $2,746 +9.2% | $340,230 -7.7% |
| 2009 | $2,515 +0% | $368,620 -28% |
| 2008 | $2,515 -2.8% | $511,800 -5.2% |
| 2007 | $2,588 -8.2% | $540,000 +70.6% |
| 2005 | $2,819 -0.7% | $316,580 +76.6% |
| 2004 | $2,839 -3.1% | $179,250 -7.6% |
| 2003 | $2,931 +1.7% | $193,910 +12.8% |
| 2002 | $2,882 +2.4% | $171,880 +7.8% |
| 2001 | $2,815 +8.5% | $159,420 +3.5% |
| 2000 | $2,594 | $154,070 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 32952
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Tropical Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 5/10Merritt Island High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 5.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tropical
- Middle: Jefferson
- High: Merritt Island
Source: Space Coast AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Brevard County
- Merritt Island
- 32952
- 2885 S Tropical Trl
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