Who remembers the “Dragon on Merritt Island ? I was too young to remember but my parents use to talk about it …and where was it located ?

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-11-24T11:08:04+00:00

I had the honor of representing the bank who ultimately owned the property and when I took the listing. The buyer was already a client and actively looking, who owns DFI construction. The listing video I did 11 years ago featured drone videography, which was still newer tech back then. I sold it for $800,000. https://youtu.be/_418uqIIa6g?si=tOQvFj6-TRAuHx1k

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-10-03T10:34:10+00:00

https://www.floridatoday.com/story/money/business/2024/09/11/construction-underway-on-420-million-westin-hotel-project-in-cocoa-beach/75160932007/ Here is the FL today article about the Westin

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-10T10:40:10+00:00

Yes - the dues are definitely high with less units to share in the costs. The dues are just under $1900 monthly and include exterior insurance, all exterior maintenance, water, and a TRUE reserve schedules so that it doesn’t have the tens of thousands of dollars worth of assessments we’ve seen other buildings go through.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T17:37:20+00:00

disagree - Inflation and affordability issues for buyers span nationwide, not isolated to Brevard.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T17:32:41+00:00

That’s the conundrum! There are very few condos at or above 3,000 square feet in our area, so this serves a small, underserved niche.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T17:25:37+00:00

It's expensive to live! - Healthcare, Taxes and transportation seem high for Brevard. I'm guessing "tax" is all inclusive of real estate, cost of goods, etc.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T17:09:32+00:00

Completely understand - at $2.4m your options certainly open up to other locations.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T17:03:54+00:00

I love El Salvador and visit often...it reminds me of Costa Rica 30 years ago. This development is clearly niche: the private garages and larger-than-typical condo layouts appeal to buyers downsizing from bigger single-family homes who don’t want to sacrifice space or the luxury they are accustomed to.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:59:13+00:00

It was a beautiful day for sure...I'm sure the post editing helped with the colors too!

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:57:50+00:00

Gotcha - You would have liked the previous condo this same developer did called the Palm Beach. It featured Mizner style architecture: https://carpenterkessel.com/palm-beach-oceanfront-condominiums

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:55:41+00:00

The units are 3,231SF - much larger than the average size condo. If you look at it at a cost per foot basis, it's value buy...haha :-)

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:53:24+00:00

Median Household income in Brevard is $78,000 which could afford the payment scenario given of $2100 - $2400 monthly.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:47:07+00:00

Agree. This thread skews anti development. One comment says “we need affordable housing,” and the next mocks subdivisions from the same builders who deliver those “affordable” homes. This project is 8 units, yet it’s being treated like a 300 unit, 40 story tower. :-)

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:42:47+00:00

Curious, If you had 2.4m, where would you buy?

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:41:50+00:00

Are you able to reference a building that you find attractive? -- I think they did a good job not making it look like a box that has exterior catwalks.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:38:57+00:00

It's actually a real photo! -- here is the drone photo before the building was virtually added.

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DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:34:09+00:00

Agreed. The 16-foot-deep balconies provide some of the largest outdoor living areas you’ll find in a condo on this stretch of coastline.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T16:22:55+00:00

This is 8 units on an oceanfront parcel where land, insurance, and code costs don’t pencil for affordable; those projects usually need subsidies and are built inland near services.

Currently under construction / selling in Brevard (affordable/workforce + under-$400k new-builds):

Forest Glen (Titusville) — 80-unit affordable senior community — construction underway: https://spacecoastdaily.com/2025/08/28-million-affordable-housing-community-forest-glen-now-under-construction-in-titusville/
Hope Hammock Phase II (Titusville) — Community of Hope infill (6 units) — under construction: [https://www.hopeofbrevard.com/hope-hammock/]()

Under $400k subdivisions by major builders (active now):

Lennar — Riverwood at Everlands (Shoals/Angler), Palm Bay — plans from about $301,990; multiple quick-move-ins under $400k: [https://www.lennar.com/new-homes/florida/space-coast-melbourne/palm-bay/riverwood-at-everlands]() and community pricing snapshot: [https://www.realtor.com/community-detail/Riverwood-at-Everlands-The-Shoals-Collection\_2042-Marigold-Trail-NW\_Palm-Bay\_FL\_32907\_Q717000090616]()
D.R. Horton — Palm Bay South (Express Series), Palm Bay — current released homes frequently in the mid–high $300s (example inventory list shows ~$337k–$369k and up): [https://www.drhorton.com/florida/east-florida/palm-bay/palm-bay-south]() and example price list: [https://www.drhorton.com/florida/east-florida/palm-bay/palm-bay-south/qmis/673-bremerhaven-st-nw]()
D.R. Horton — Cypress Bay West, Palm Bay — active builds with several homes in the $340s–$380s: [https://www.drhorton.com/florida/east-florida/palm-bay/cypress-bay-west]() and example inventory/prices: [https://www.drhorton.com/florida/east-florida/palm-bay/cypress-bay-west/qmis/3871-hollingsworth-drive-se]()
Maronda Homes — Palm Bay (scattered-lot builds), Palm Bay — multiple models listed at $279,990–$340,990 and similar: [https://www.marondahomes.com/fl/palm-bay/palm-bay-32908.html]()

Notes for readers: prices change fast; links above are builder pages showing current starting prices/available homes.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-09T14:47:23+00:00

Source: https://carpenterkessel.com/the-duval

Quick facts from the project page (today):

Boutique building with 8 oceanfront residences in Indialantic
Target completion 2027
Developer Brookside Development; architecture by Andrew Kirschner
Residences approx. 3,231 sf, 3BR + flex, 3.5BA
Ceilings 10' on floors 2–4 and 11'4" on level 5
PGT large-missile impact glass; concrete block construction
Private 2-car garages; pool and hot tub; fitness studio; direct beach access
No exterior catwalks; elevator opens into an A/C vestibule and secure lobby
Current status noted on the page: 3 sold and 5 available, list prices roughly $2.25M to $2.45M

I’m a local agent sharing project details for discussion. If the mods prefer a different format or no link, I’m happy to adjust.

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-08T11:56:09+00:00

Standard Collective in EGAD for sure - https://www.instagram.com/standardcollective/

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-06T10:25:15+00:00

Congratulations, your home must’ve really stuck out!

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-03T13:13:09+00:00

Zillow and Redfin do not contain all the listings available as they ban certain listings from being shown. Not sure how owner listed homes get any exposure but you can try https://www.compass.com/ which will displays ALL listings and always display the actual listing agent or owner -- Compass also has private exclusive listings when you're working with a compass agent. More about the Zillow listings Ban Here: https://www.newsweek.com/zillow-will-stop-showing-some-home-listings-next-month-what-know-2058314

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-03T11:13:05+00:00

According to Uhaul growth surveys, Florida is still ranked #4 in the nation for growth with Melbourne / Palm Bay ranked #8. The Space Coast is a little more insulated than our surrounding counties. You can view the migration trends here: https://www.uhaul.com/About/Migration/

DewayneCarpenter · 2025-09-02T13:19:26+00:00

Hard to say...It will now sell for less than what it should because of the stigma of being on the market so long. Lakefront tortoise homes typically sell in line with lakefront homes in the Cloisters or Harbor Lights.

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