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$249,416$198 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

285 RIVERSIDE AVE

MERRITT ISLAND, FL 32953
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,257 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.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$249K
$226K low$273K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$889 (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.$59,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,900

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.56
55
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
82
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1993
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.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 25 ft²Porch · 25 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
MILA Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Merritt Island High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Jefferson Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Brevard County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32953These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,597
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,201
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,609
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

285 Riverside 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 85% of homes in Merritt Island 32953
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Merritt Island 32953
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Merritt Island 32953
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Merritt Island 32953
  • Older than 91% of homes in Merritt Island 32953

What homes are worth in Merritt Island 32953

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

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$120K$995K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Merritt Island 32953.

How it measures up in Merritt Island 32953

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merritt Island 32953.

Estimated value$249,416
CheaperTypical $438,874Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,257 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,759 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 285 Riverside Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerritt Island 32953Brevard County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,41615% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19824% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,257 ft²22% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac18% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than19629% of homes10% of homes

About 285 Riverside Ave

How much is 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL is $249,416 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $225,960 to $272,872. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL last sell?

285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL?

285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,257 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL built?

285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL?

285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL is assigned to MILA Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Merritt Island High School (high), rated C; Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Brevard County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL compare to other homes in Merritt Island 32953?

Among the 9,708 homes in Merritt Island 32953, it is worth more than 15% of them ($249,416 against a typical $438,874), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($198 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,257 ft² against a typical 1,759 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1962 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Brevard County, it is worth more than 25% 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 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Riverside Ave, Merritt Island, FL was $889. The county assessed it at $59,200.

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