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Last sold for $409,800 on Aug 7, 2025

978 ESSEN AVE NW

PALM BAY, FL 32907
0
Baths
2,266 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2025
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$409,800 · Aug 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$866 (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.$338,250 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$338,250

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.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

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.2026
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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
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

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
Discovery Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades EE–6 · 1.7 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Heritage High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Brevard County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32907These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.47,334
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,343 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,653
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,074
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

978 Essen Ave Nw 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.

  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Palm Bay 32907
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Brevard County
  • Among the newest homes in Palm Bay 32907

How it measures up in Palm Bay 32907

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palm Bay 32907.

Living area2,266 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,636 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built2025
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 978 Essen Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalm Bay 32907Brevard County
Living areabigger than2,266 ft²92% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac54% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than2025almost all homesalmost all homes

About 978 Essen Ave Nw

When did 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL last sell?

978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL last sold on Aug 7, 2025 for $409,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL?

978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL has 2,266 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL built?

978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL was built in 2025, making it 1 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL?

978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL is assigned to Discovery Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Central Middle School (middle), rated C+; Heritage High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Brevard County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL compare to other homes in Palm Bay 32907?

Among the 20,208 homes in Palm Bay 32907, it is bigger than 92% of them (2,266 ft² against a typical 1,636 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2025 against a typical 1991). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Essen Ave Nw, Palm Bay, FL was $866. The county assessed it at $338,250.

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