Homes for sale inCape Canaveral, Florida
Beach-town living on the Space Coast
20
Homes for sale
$370,000
Median list price
$342
Avg price / sqft
66
Median days on market
Cape Canaveral sits on a barrier island at the edge of the Atlantic, where the days run on ocean breeze, port traffic, and the occasional rocket launch lighting up the sky. It's a compact, walkable stretch of beach between the port and Cocoa Beach, and the housing here leans heavily toward low-rise condos and townhomes rather than sprawling subdivisions — the kind of place that suits full-time beach dwellers, snowbirds, and investors alike. You'll find townhomes & condos steps from the sand and a scattering of single-family homes in pockets like Cape Canaveral Beach Gardens.
The market right now is small and priced for value by Brevard County coastal standards. With just 20 active listings and a median list price of $370,000, buyers have real room to negotiate — homes are sitting about 65 days and sellers are averaging 95% of asking. The range runs wide, from entry-level condos near $130,000 up to a couple of luxury homes ($1m+), so what you pay depends heavily on size, water access, and whether you're buying a condo or a house.
Cape Canaveral is in Brevard County, Florida.
Quick facts
$130,000 – $2.0M price range
1,211 sqft median home
$2,575/mo median rent
Leans seller right now
Drive times
Living in Cape Canaveral
Cape Canaveral occupies a narrow strip of barrier island on Florida's Space Coast, bracketed by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Banana River to the west. The town is best known for sharing its name with the adjacent spaceport, and launches from the Cape are a regular part of daily life here — a reminder that this is a working coastline as much as a recreational one. The Port Canaveral cruise and cargo terminal sits just to the north, feeding a steady rhythm of maritime activity.
The pace is distinctly beach-town: compact, walkable, and more low-key than the larger resort destinations to the south. Housing leans heavily toward condominiums and townhomes, which shapes who lives here — full-time residents who want low-maintenance coastal living, seasonal snowbirds, and investors drawn by rental demand. It's a smaller community than Cocoa Beach next door, and that scale is part of the appeal for people who want the ocean without the crowds.
It suits buyers who prioritize proximity to the beach and water over big lots and new subdivisions. If your ideal day involves walking to the sand, catching a launch from your balcony, and keeping your home-maintenance load light, Cape Canaveral delivers that directly. Those wanting sprawling single-family neighborhoods will find the options here more limited.
Neighborhoods and communities in Cape Canaveral
Because the town is compact and built out, neighborhoods here are defined more by pockets and condo communities than by large master-planned developments. Avon By Sea is one of the recognized communities in the area, representing the kind of established beachside enclave that defines much of the island. Expect a blend of older coastal homes and newer condo and townhome buildings within walking distance of the Atlantic.
Beyond the town's core, buyers often look at adjacent areas like Cape Canaveral Beach Gardens and Banana River Estates, which offer their own mix of single-family and multi-family housing. There are also a couple of gated communities in the active inventory for buyers who want added security and controlled access, which is relatively common in Florida condo developments.
Water access is a genuine consideration here given the island setting, though waterfront listings are scarce — there's just one active at the moment. Buyers who want a view of the ocean or the Banana River should move quickly when the right homes with water views come to market, since they don't stay available long.
Homes for sale in Cape Canaveral: prices and housing
The current market is small, with 20 active listings and a median list price of $370,000. Prices run across a wide band — from about $130,000 for entry-level condos up to nearly $2 million for the top of the market — so the median tells only part of the story. Homes average roughly $342 per square foot on a median size of 1,211 square feet, figures that reflect how condo-driven and compact the local inventory is.
The housing mix is telling: 12 of the active listings are condominiums, four are townhomes, and only four are single-family residences. That makes Cape Canaveral a strong market for buyers comfortable with attached, low-maintenance living, and a tighter one for those set on a detached house with a yard. Over the past 12 months, 39 homes sold at a median price of $250,000, with sellers averaging 95% of asking — and a median 65.5 days on market, which signals a market where buyers have time and negotiating room.
Carrying costs deserve attention. With so many condos and townhomes, HOA fees are a meaningful line item, running a median of about $570 per month to cover community and exterior upkeep. Property taxes are more modest, with a median around $2,952 per year. There's currently no active new construction, so buyers are working with existing inventory; those focused on value should watch listings that are just reduced, and investors will note the median rent of $2,575 a month alongside available homes for rent.
Schools in Cape Canaveral
Cape Canaveral is served by Brevard Public Schools, the countywide district covering this part of the Space Coast. The most commonly assigned elementary school for the area is Cape View Elementary School, which anchors the local school picture for families with younger children.
For middle and high school assignments, families should verify zoning directly, since boundaries can and do shift over time. The most reliable approach is to use the Brevard Public Schools address-lookup tool for the specific property you're considering, rather than assuming a neighbor's assignment applies.
Because this is a condo-heavy, investor- and retiree-leaning market, school zoning isn't always the top driver for buyers here. Still, confirming the assigned schools for an exact address is a smart step for any family buyer before making an offer.
Getting around Cape Canaveral
Cape Canaveral sits on the coast, so travel inland to the Orlando metro means a real drive rather than a short trip. Orlando International Airport is about 49 minutes away, and downtown Orlando roughly 54 minutes, both reached primarily via the beachline and connecting highways across the county.
The major theme parks are further still: Universal Orlando is about 64 minutes and Walt Disney World around 73 minutes. That distance makes Cape Canaveral better suited to people whose daily life stays on the coast rather than those commuting into Orlando every day.
For everyday needs, nearby Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral are close at hand, and the town's compact size means getting around locally is quick. Having a car is essentially required here, as it is across most of Brevard County, but local trips are short and traffic is generally manageable outside of launch and cruise-day peaks.
Is Cape Canaveral a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Cape Canaveral offers a rare combination: genuine beach-town living at prices well below many Florida coastal markets. With a median list price of $370,000 and a median sold price of $250,000, it's an accessible entry point to the island lifestyle, especially for anyone comfortable with a condo or townhome. The ocean, the port, and the regular spectacle of rocket launches give the town a character you won't find elsewhere.
The trade-offs are real and worth weighing honestly. Single-family homes are scarce — just four were active at last count — so buyers wanting a detached house with a yard will have slim pickings. HOA fees around $570 a month are a notable carrying cost in this condo-heavy market, and the long commute to Orlando means this isn't an easy base for anyone working inland.
On balance, Cape Canaveral rewards buyers who want the coast front and center: beach access, low-maintenance living, and solid rental potential given the $2,575 median rent. With a slower market, 65-day median days on market, and sellers accepting about 95% of asking, there's time and leverage to find the right property at a fair price. It's a strong fit for retirees, part-time residents, and investors — and a more limited one for growing families set on a traditional house.
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Newest homes in Cape Canaveral
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$290,000
111 PORTSIDE AVENUE UNIT 204, CAPE CANAVERAL
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,211 sqft
$145,000
413 MADISON AVENUE UNIT M101, CAPE CANAVERAL
1 bd · 1 ba · 672 sqft
$475,000
8472 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 201, CAPE CANAVERAL
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,589 sqft
$970,000
605 WASHINGTON AVENUE UNIT 2, CAPE CANAVERAL
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,781 sqft
$195,000
200 INTERNATIONAL DR UNIT 716, CAPE CANAVERAL
2 bd · 1 ba · 888 sqft
$375,000
201 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE UNIT 642, CAPE CANAVERAL
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,140 sqft
$699,900
205 ADAMS AVENUE, CAPE CANAVERAL
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,260 sqft
$1,800,000
8108 PRESIDENTIAL COURT, CAPE CANAVERAL
5 bd · 5 ba · 2,624 sqft
$539,000
8496 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 3304, CAPE CANAVERAL
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,222 sqft
$1,992,000
8106 PRESIDENTIAL COURT, CAPE CANAVERAL
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,619 sqft
$130,000
8401 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT G6, CAPE CANAVERAL
1 bd · 1 ba · 600 sqft
$280,000$299,900
8500 ROSALIND AVENUE UNIT 1, CAPE CANAVERAL
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,200 sqft
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The Cape Canaveral market
Leans seller
4.0 months of inventory
Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.
39
Sold, last 12 months
$250,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
60 days
Median time to sell
Cape Canaveral vs Brevard County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 19.0% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 19.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Cape Canaveral, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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Cape Canaveral neighborhoods
Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
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School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Cape Canaveral
Condo-driven beach market
Twelve of the 20 active listings are condominiums, making this one of the more accessible coastal entry points on the Space Coast.
Room to negotiate
Homes take a median 65.5 days to sell and sellers net about 95% of asking, so there's leverage for patient buyers.
Wide price range
Active listings span $130,000 to nearly $2 million, covering everything from starter condos to high-end coastal homes.
Walkable to the Atlantic
This narrow barrier-island town puts beach, port, and Cocoa Beach all within a short drive or walk.
Strong rental demand
With median rent at $2,575/month, the area draws investors alongside full-time residents and seasonal owners.
Population
9,976
Median age
59.5
Median income
$70,585
Median home value
$323,900
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 9% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Culture
Top 10% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Entertainment
Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Lifestyles
Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Beliefs
Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Cape Canaveral home
≈ $2,975/mo
$370,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
20%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$2,575/mo
Median rent
6 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Cape Canaveral real estate FAQs
Is Cape Canaveral a good place to live?+
It suits people who want beach-town living without the price tag of larger resort communities — a mix of full-time residents, retirees, and investors. The housing leans toward condos and townhomes, so it's a good fit if low-maintenance coastal living appeals more than a big yard. You can see what's available among townhomes & condos to get a feel for the inventory.
Is Cape Canaveral expensive?+
It's relatively affordable for a Florida beach town, with a median list price of $370,000 and a median sold price of $250,000 over the past year. Entry-level condos start around $130,000, though the top of the market reaches nearly $2 million. You can browse by price to find the lower end of the range.
What do homes cost in Cape Canaveral?+
The median list price is $370,000 and homes average about $342 per square foot on a median size of 1,211 square feet — reflecting the compact, condo-heavy inventory. Over the last 12 months, 39 homes sold at a median of $250,000. The gap between list and sold prices points to a market where asking prices and realistic values don't always line up.
How is the Cape Canaveral market right now?+
It's a small, slower-moving market with 20 active listings and a median 65.5 days on market. Sellers are averaging 95% of their asking price, which gives buyers meaningful negotiating room. Keep an eye on homes that are just reduced for the best value.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
Because so much of the inventory is condos and townhomes, HOA fees are a real factor — the median runs about $570/month, which typically covers exterior and community upkeep. Property taxes are modest by comparison, with a median of $2,952 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA budget and what it includes before you commit to a condo or townhome.
What schools serve Cape Canaveral?+
Cape View Elementary School is the most commonly assigned elementary school for the area, part of Brevard Public Schools. For middle and high school zoning, check the district's address lookup, since boundaries can shift. Confirm the exact assigned schools for any specific address before you buy.
What's the commute like from Cape Canaveral?+
You're on the coast, so Orlando is a drive rather than a quick hop — Orlando International Airport is about 49 minutes and downtown Orlando roughly 54 minutes. Universal Orlando runs about 64 minutes and Walt Disney World around 73 minutes. For most daily needs, nearby Cocoa Beach and the port keep things close to home.
Is there new construction in Cape Canaveral?+
There are currently no new-construction listings active, which reflects the built-out nature of this barrier-island town. Most buyers are looking at existing condos, townhomes, and single-family homes rather than new builds. If a yard and privacy matter, the limited single-family homes are worth watching as they come available.
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