Homes zoned forCroton Elementary School
A practical Melbourne pocket with room to grow
10
Homes for sale
$297,245
Median list price
$206
Avg price / sqft
77
Median days on market
The Croton Elementary zone sits in the heart of Melbourne, a Space Coast city where established neighborhoods, everyday errands, and a reasonable beach drive all stay within reach. This is a lived-in part of town rather than a resort enclave — single-family homes on real streets, a handful of gated and pool properties mixed in, and buyers who want value more than flash. If you're comparing options across Melbourne homes for sale, this zone reads as steady and affordable.
The market here is small and moving at a measured pace. There are about 10 active listings with a median list price near $297,245, and homes sold over the past year closed around $320,000 at roughly 97% of asking — so sellers are getting close to their number, but buyers aren't being rushed. With a median of 77 days on market, you have time to tour, compare, and watch the pins on the live map before you commit. Families weighing schools nearby, like Eau Gallie High School and Viera High School, will find this a sensible starting point.
Croton Elementary School is an attendance zone in Melbourne, Florida.
Quick facts
$124,000 – $450K price range
1,737 sqft median home
$375/mo median HOA
20 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Croton Elementary School zone
The Croton Elementary zone sits in central Melbourne, part of Florida's Space Coast where established residential streets meet easy access to the Indian River Lagoon and the Atlantic beaches a short drive east. This is a settled, everyday part of town rather than a new master-planned community — the kind of place where neighborhoods have had time to mature and where daily life revolves around local shopping, schools, and a quick trip to the water.
It suits a broad range of buyers: first-timers drawn by the attainable price point, families who want to be near Melbourne schools, and anyone trading a pricier coastal address for more house and a central location. The active inventory is small and heavily single-family, with a couple of gated and pool options for buyers who want those features. You won't find resort-style amenities layered onto every street here, and that's part of the appeal for people who value substance over polish.
Because the zone sits inside greater Melbourne, you get the benefits of a mid-size Space Coast city — services, employers, and the coastline — without the premium of a beachfront ZIP. It's a practical, grounded place to put down roots.
Schools for homes in the Croton Elementary School zone
The zone is built around Croton Elementary School, the anchor for families shopping this part of Melbourne. For older students, nearby schools in the broader area include Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School and high schools such as Eau Gallie High School and Viera High School. Additional elementary campuses in the surrounding area include Dr. W.J. Creel Elementary School and Meadowlane Primary Elementary School.
School attendance boundaries in Brevard County are redrawn from time to time, and the school assigned to a specific street can differ from a neighboring one. Before you fall in love with a particular home, confirm the current assigned schools for that exact address directly with Brevard Public Schools.
Because the zone is centrally located within Melbourne, most of these campuses are a reasonable local drive, which matters for families balancing drop-offs, activities, and work. Your agent can help you line up a home search against the schools that matter most to you.
Homes for sale in the Croton Elementary School zone: prices and housing
The active market here is small — roughly 10 listings at any given time — with a median list price around $297,245 and a range that runs from about $124,000 to $449,900. The average price works out to roughly $206 per square foot, and the median home measures about 1,737 square feet, so these are right-sized homes rather than oversized estates. There are no active listings above $1M, which reinforces the zone's reputation as an attainable corner of Melbourne.
Over the past twelve months, 20 homes changed hands at a median sold price of $320,000, with sellers collecting about 97% of their asking price on average. That tells you pricing is realistic and negotiation happens close to the list number rather than far below it. Within the active inventory, segments are modest: two homes with pools and two gated listings, with no waterfront, golf, 55+, or new-construction options currently on the market.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $375 per month — a figure skewed by the gated and amenity communities, since many homes in the zone carry little or no HOA. Median property taxes land around $3,757 per year. Always verify the specific dues and tax bill for any home, as they vary widely from one street to the next.
Getting around from the Croton Elementary School zone
This is a central Melbourne location, so most daily driving — groceries, schools, work, and the beaches — stays local and short. The Space Coast is built around a north-south grid of main roads that connect Melbourne's neighborhoods to the coastline and the river, making errands straightforward without long highway stretches.
For regional travel, Orlando International Airport is roughly 62 minutes away and downtown Orlando about 69 minutes. That puts theme parks, a major airport, and big-city amenities within a comfortable day-trip range while keeping you based in a quieter, coastal community.
Buyers who commute toward Orlando daily should factor those drive times into their decision, but for most households in this zone the orientation is local. You trade a long inland commute for easy access to Melbourne's own employers, services, and the Atlantic coast.
Is the Croton Elementary School zone a good fit?
If your priorities are price, central location, and an established Melbourne neighborhood, this zone makes a lot of sense. With a median list price near $297,245 and an entry point around $124,000, it's one of the more accessible places to buy in the area, and the measured 77-day market pace gives you room to shop and negotiate rather than overbid. The 97% average sale-to-list ratio means you can make realistic offers with confidence.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. Inventory is thin — about 10 active homes — so patience and a ready pre-approval matter when the right listing appears. There's no new construction, no waterfront, and no 55+ product in the current mix, so buyers set on those features will need to look elsewhere around Melbourne.
For value-focused families and first-time buyers who want a solid home in a central Space Coast city, this zone delivers. Confirm the school assignment for your target address, watch new listings on the live map, and lean on a local agent to move quickly in a small, steady market.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
$449,900
3273 BRENTWOOD LANE, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,722 sqft
$299,990$309,990
1940 DAWN DRIVE, MELBOURNE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,760 sqft
$362,900$379,900
517 LINDA LANE, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,436 sqft
$359,900$369,900
1805 NOEL PLACE UNIT 101, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,864 sqft
$289,900$299,900
2292 LAKEVIEW DRIVE, MELBOURNE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,844 sqft
$232,500$242,500
2204 SHELBY DRIVE, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 1 ba · 866 sqft
$124,000$125,000
1001 W EAU GALLIE BOULEVARD UNIT 217, MELBOURNE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,058 sqft
$294,500$299,900
1800 KOLE PLACE, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,752 sqft
$319,000$324,900
1380 ISABELLA DRIVE UNIT 105, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,752 sqft
$260,000
2189 S SMATHERS CIRCLE, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 1 ba · 900 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Croton Elementary School market
20
Sold, last 12 months
$320,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
21 days
Median time to sell
Croton Elementary School vs Melbourne
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 56.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Croton Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Croton Elementary School home
≈ $2,464/mo
$297,245 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$375/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
11,913
Median age
44
Median income
$66,760
Median home value
$282,286
Beyond the listings
Living in Croton Elementary School
Active
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Relationships
Top 25% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Food & Drink
Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Culture
Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Entertainment
Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
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Straight answers
Croton Elementary School FAQs
Is the Croton Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want an established, everyday Melbourne neighborhood over a resort-style community. The housing is practical single-family stock with a few gated and pool options, and you're centrally located on the Space Coast. It's a strong fit for families and value-minded buyers who prioritize price and location.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more attainable pockets in Melbourne, with a median list price around $297,245 and an active range from $124,000 to $449,900. Compared to many coastal Florida zones, that's accessible, and there are no active listings over $1M. Browse current options among Melbourne homes for sale to see how it stacks up.
What do homes cost in the Croton Elementary zone?+
Active listings run from $124,000 up to $449,900, with a median list price near $297,245 and an average of about $206 per square foot. Median home size is around 1,737 square feet. Homes that sold over the past year closed at a median of $320,000.
How is the market right now?+
It's steady and measured, not frantic. There are about 10 active listings, homes sit a median of 77 days on market, and the 20 that sold in the past year averaged roughly 97% of asking. That gives buyers time to shop while keeping sellers' expectations realistic.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $375 per month, which reflects the gated and amenity communities in the mix — many homes here will carry little or no HOA at all. Median property tax is around $3,757 per year. Always confirm the exact dues and tax figure for any specific home before you write an offer.
What schools serve this area?+
The zone is anchored by Croton Elementary School, with nearby options including Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School, Eau Gallie High School, and Viera High School. Boundaries shift over time, so verify the assigned schools for a specific address directly with Brevard Public Schools.
What's the commute like?+
This is a central Melbourne location on the Space Coast, so you're oriented toward local errands and the nearby beaches more than a daily Orlando trip. For reference, Orlando International Airport is roughly 62 minutes away and downtown Orlando about 69 minutes. Day-to-day driving stays local and manageable.
Is there new construction here?+
Not at the moment — there are no active new-construction listings in this zone, so the inventory is existing homes. That means you're buying into established streets rather than a new build. If new construction is a must, your agent can point you to newer communities elsewhere around Melbourne.
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Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. 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. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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