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$999,999

1685 Yates Dr

Merritt Island, FL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,837
Square Feet
0.17
Lot Size (acres)
1964
Year Built
31
Days On Market

Turnkey Pool home on a Deep Water Canal with no bridges to the Banana River. Features include TWO boat docks, 1 covered with 4000 lb boat lift, 2nd open with remote operated 16000 lb lift. CPT controlled Heated Saltwater Tropical Pool w/ spa. NEW Aluminum Metal Roof on both the house & covered boat dock, NEW Hurricane Impact Garage Door w/ garage door opener, Hurricane Impact PGT Windows, NEW 75 Gal efficient gas water heater, NEW Café Smart Stainless Steel Appliances fingerprint resistant includes refrigerator, ceramic cooktop stove / double oven w/ convection cooking & microwave w/ oven & air fryer capabilities, NEW pool equipment w/ multi color LED lighting operated by computer automation system w/ remote control, NEW AC ducts throughout including return. NEW interior and exterior lighting and paint. With a short drive to the Kennedy Space Center, you can watch rocket launches from your front yard. WATERFRONT PARADISE HEATED SALT WATER POOL HOME - BOATERS DREAM ON A DEEP-WATER NAVIGATIONAL CANAL WITH NO BRIDGES TO THE BANANA RIVER AND A SHORT TRIP TO THE OCEAN - PLUS ROCKET LAUNCH VIEWS!! This turnkey pool home is located on a deep-water canal with direct, bridge-free access to the Banana River, offering the ultimate Florida waterfront lifestyle. Even better, the new exterior stucco and paint has just been completed! Boaters will love the two private boat docks. One is covered and features a 4,000-lb boat lift, while the second open dock includes a remote-operated 16,000-lb boat lift, providing plenty of flexibility for multiple boats and water toys. The tropical outdoor oasis features a CPT-controlled heated saltwater pool and spa, with new pool equipment and multicolor LED lighting controlled through a computerized automation system with remote access. Inside and out, this home has been extensively updated, including: NEW aluminum metal roof on the home and covered boat dock NEW hurricane-impact garage door with opener Hurricane-impact PGT windows NEW 75-gallon energy-efficient gas water heater NEW Café Smart stainless-steel appliances, including fingerprint-resistant refrigerator, ceramic cooktop, double oven with convection cooking, and microwave with oven and air-fryer capabilities NEW pool equipment with automated multicolor LED lighting NEW AC ductwork throughout, including the return NEW interior lighting NEW interior paint NEW exterior stucco, with exterior paint coming soon and the opportunity to select your preferred color Located just a short drive from the Kennedy Space Center, this home offers an incredible bonus: watch rocket launches from your own front yard! Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or waterfront retreat, this property delivers the best of the Florida lifestyle--deep-water boating, a private tropical pool, extensive updates, and launch-viewing opportunities right at home.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
2 days ago
Listed By
Cindy Manzo · RE/MAX Aerospace Realty, 3216315511
MLS#
1086691
Source
Space Coast MLS (Space Coast Association of REALTORS)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1685 Yates Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32952
City
Merritt Island
County
Brevard
Neighborhood
Pelican Creek Estates Addn No 2
Zip Code
32952

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Stories
2
Year Built
1964
Construction Materials
Frame, Concrete
Building Area
2,837 sq. ft.
Roof
Metal
Levels
Two, Multi/Split
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Garage

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Entrance Foyer, His and Hers Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Exterior Features
Dock, Boat Slip
Patio and Porch
Covered, Patio, Screened, Rear Porch
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating
Electric, Central

Property Features

Lot Size
0.17 Acres
Lot Features
Waterfront, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
View
Water, Pool, Canal
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Square Footage

Total
2,221 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$999,999
Annual Taxes
$3,730

Schools

100/100
Edgewood Junior/Senior High School
High · Grades 07–12 · 1.9 mi
City
Merritt Island
Students
940
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
76% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
10%
Phone
(321) 454-1030
75/100
Lewis Carroll Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 2.7 mi
City
Merritt Island
Students
652
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
80% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
33%
Phone
(321) 452-1234
73/100
Tropical Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 2.7 mi
City
Merritt Island
Students
736
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
79% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
43%
Phone
(321) 454-1080
66/100
Mila Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 2.3 mi
City
Merritt Island
Students
428
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
51% White · 18% Black · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
64%
Phone
(321) 454-1070
56/100
Rockledge Senior High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 4 mi
City
Rockledge
Students
1,518
Student body
46% White · 28% Black · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
44%
Phone
(321) 636-3711
55/100
Project Search
High · Grades 12–12 · 2.7 mi
City
Cocoa Beach
Students
34
Student body
56% White · 18% Hispanic / Latino · 18% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
24%
Phone
(321) 633-1000
54/100
Audubon Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06 · 0.6 mi
City
Merritt Island
Students
450
Student body
64% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 12% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
58%
Phone
(321) 452-2085
54/100
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08 · 2.7 mi
City
Merritt Island
Students
615
Student body
72% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
43%
Phone
(321) 453-5154

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/25/2026Price change$999,999
09/03/2026Listed for sale$1,049,000

Listed by Cindy Manzo · RE/MAX Aerospace Realty · 3216315511

The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data exchange program of Brevard MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 Brevard MLS. All Rights Reserved.

Last Updated: October 1, 2026 at 7:22 PM | Source: Brevard MLS | MLS#: 1086691

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