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$325,294$152 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $155,000 on Jul 20, 2017

1706 INDEPENDENCE AVE

MELBOURNE, FL 32940
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,136 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$325K
$309K low$341K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Jul 20, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,295 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$170,280 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,810
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$291,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.52
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBREVARD
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 46 ft²Porch · 446 ft²

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Viera High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Viera Middle School
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi
E
Quest Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.8 mi

District: Brevard County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32940These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.47,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.477 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,021
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,304
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

1706 Independence Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 84% of homes in Melbourne 32940
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Melbourne 32940
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Brevard County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Brevard County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Melbourne 32940

What homes are worth in Melbourne 32940

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$166K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Melbourne 32940.

How it measures up in Melbourne 32940

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melbourne 32940.

Estimated value$325,294
CheaperTypical $484,610Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,011 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 1706 Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelbourne 32940Brevard County
Estimated valuepricier than$325,29416% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1522% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than2,136 ft²58% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac38% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than199834% of homes64% of homes

About 1706 Independence Ave

How much is 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL is $325,294 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $309,336 to $341,252. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL last sell?

1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL last sold on Jul 20, 2017 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL?

1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,136 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL built?

1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL?

1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL is assigned to Viera High School (high), rated A-; Viera Middle School (middle); Quest Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Brevard County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL compare to other homes in Melbourne 32940?

Among the 22,376 homes in Melbourne 32940, it is worth more than 16% of them ($325,294 against a typical $484,610), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($152 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,136 ft² against a typical 2,011 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1998 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Brevard County, it is worth more than 47% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1706 Independence Ave, Melbourne, FL was $1,295. The county assessed it at $170,280.

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