Homes zoned forRobert L. Stevenson Elementary School
A Palm Bay zone with room to grow
522
Homes for sale
$339,250
Median list price
$240
Avg price / sqft
53
Median days on market
The Robert L. Stevenson Elementary zone sits in Palm Bay, on Florida's Space Coast, where single-family neighborhoods give families space, pools, and a reasonable commute to the water and the beaches to the east. It's a practical, suburban stretch of Brevard County that suits first-time buyers, growing families, and anyone who wants square footage without a Central Florida price tag. You'll find everything from modest starter homes to waterfront and pool properties, with a steady pipeline of new construction coming online. If you want the broader picture, browse Palm Bay homes for sale or scan the live map to see how the zone lays out.
Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School is an attendance zone in Merritt Island, Florida.
Quick facts
$49,900 – $16M price range
1,674 sqft median home
$165/mo median HOA
$2,195/mo median rent
1,638 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Robert L. Stevenson zone
The Robert L. Stevenson Elementary zone sits within Palm Bay, the largest city in Brevard County and a core part of Florida's Space Coast. This is suburban Florida at a human scale — neighborhoods of single-family homes where buyers trade the density and prices of Central Florida for square footage, yards, and a quieter pace. The Atlantic beaches and Brevard's aerospace and defense employers are a reasonable drive east, which shapes who moves here.
The zone suits a broad range of buyers: first-timers priced out of pricier markets, families who want room to grow, and lifestyle buyers drawn to the pool and waterfront homes scattered through the area. With 525 active listings at any given time, there's enough inventory to compare neighborhoods and home types without rushing a decision.
What ties it together is value. The median home here sits around $339,000 and roughly 1,675 square feet, so buyers get usable space for the money. It's a practical place to put down roots rather than a resort enclave — and that's exactly the point for the people who choose it.
Schools for homes in the Robert L. Stevenson zone
The zone is anchored by Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School, part of the Brevard Public Schools district. For families, the elementary assignment is often the starting point when choosing a street, and this zone gives that search a clear center.
Nearby Palm Bay-area schools that buyers frequently explore include W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science and Freedom 7 Elementary School of I at the elementary level. Older students in the broader area may look at options such as Edgewood Jr/Sr High School and Westshore Junior/Senior High School.
One important caveat: attendance boundaries shift over time as enrollment and school capacity change. Before you commit to a home based on a school, confirm the exact assignment for that specific address directly with Brevard Public Schools — the official zone map is the only reliable source, and it can change from year to year.
Homes for sale in the Robert L. Stevenson zone: prices and housing
The numbers tell a story of attainability. The median list price is $339,000, the average price works out to about $239 per square foot, and the typical home runs around 1,675 square feet. Active listings stretch from $49,900 at the entry end to $16,000,000 at the rare top, with 19 homes currently priced above $1M — proof the zone holds more variety than its median suggests.
Lifestyle segments give buyers options beyond a standard three-bedroom. There are 44 waterfront listings, 71 homes with pools, and 38 gated-community listings active right now. New construction is a genuine strength here, with 89 homes in the new-build category — ideal for buyers who want modern layouts, warranties, and move-in-ready condition.
Carrying costs are reasonable by Florida standards. The median HOA is about $165 a month, though plenty of Palm Bay single-family homes have no HOA, so always check the specific listing. Median property tax is roughly $2,938 a year. For investors or those weighing the rent-versus-buy math, the median rent in the area is about $2,195 a month.
Getting around from the Robert L. Stevenson zone
This is Space Coast geography, so plan around the fact that Orlando is a commute, not a neighbor. Orlando International Airport is about 54 minutes away, and Downtown Orlando sits around 57 minutes out. If theme parks are on your radar, Universal Orlando is roughly 68 minutes and Walt Disney World about 70 minutes.
For day-to-day life, most of what matters stays closer to home within Palm Bay and the surrounding Brevard County communities. Residents typically rely on the major regional corridors — I-95 runs north-south through Brevard and connects the Space Coast to the rest of the state, making longer trips manageable.
The upside of the location is that you get genuine Florida space and price relief while keeping Orlando's airport and attractions within a day-trip radius. The trade-off is simple honesty: if you need to be in Orlando daily, this zone is a real drive, and buyers should test that commute before they buy.
Is the Robert L. Stevenson zone a good fit?
The case for this zone is straightforward value. A $339,000 median with homes ranging from the high $40,000s to multimillions means there's a place here for first-timers, families, and move-up buyers alike. Add 89 new-construction listings, 71 pool homes, and 44 waterfront options, and the choices run deeper than the price point implies.
The market itself is balanced rather than cutthroat. With 525 active listings, a median 54 days on market, and sellers collecting about 97% of asking, buyers have room to negotiate and time to decide — while the 1,635 homes sold over the past year show steady, real demand. Carrying costs stay modest, with a median tax bill near $2,938 and HOA fees that are low or absent on many homes.
The honest trade-off is distance. If your life is tied to Orlando's job centers, the roughly 54-to-57-minute drive is a daily reality to weigh. But for buyers who want Space Coast space, a strong new-construction pipeline, and genuine affordability, the Robert L. Stevenson zone is worth a serious look — start with the live map to see what's available today.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$815,000
105 TRADEWINDS TER, INDIALANTIC
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,964 sqft
$699,000
45 ARTEMIS BOULEVARD, MERRITT ISLAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,638 sqft
$649,900
6605 WINDOVER WAY, TITUSVILLE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,834 sqft
$458,500
1152 BANFF NE DRIVE NE, PALM BAY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,210 sqft
$355,000
789 PLANTATION DRIVE, TITUSVILLE
1 bd · 2 ba · 1,632 sqft
$300,000
1139 BRICKELL STREET SE, PALM BAY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,444 sqft
$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
$145,000
7006 BIRCH DRIVE, COCOA
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 544 sqft
$16,000,000
6075 S TROPICAL TRAIL, MERRITT ISLAND
4 bd · 5.5 ba · 11,749 sqft
$1,800,000
8108 PRESIDENTIAL COURT, CAPE CANAVERAL
5 bd · 5 ba · 2,624 sqft
$970,000
605 WASHINGTON AVENUE UNIT 2, CAPE CANAVERAL
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,781 sqft
Every active listing inside the Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School market
1,638
Sold, last 12 months
$335,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
35 days
Median time to sell
Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School vs Merritt Island
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 5.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School home
≈ $2,409/mo
$339,250 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$165/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,195/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
620,533
Median age
48
Median income
$78,671
Median home value
$310,771
Beyond the listings
Living in Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School
Culture
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.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Hobbies & Interests
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.
Entertainment
Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Straight answers
Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School FAQs
Is the Robert L. Stevenson zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for families and buyers who want space and value in Palm Bay. The mix of pool homes, waterfront, and new construction means you can match the house to your lifestyle, and the suburban Space Coast setting keeps beaches and Brevard's job centers within reach. Browse Palm Bay homes for sale to get a feel for the range.
Is it expensive?+
Compared with much of Central Florida, no. The median list price is $339,000 and the average is about $239 per square foot, which buys roughly a 1,675-square-foot home. That attainability is a big part of the zone's appeal.
What do homes cost here?+
Active listings run from $49,900 all the way to $16,000,000, so there's genuine range. The median list price is $339,000, and over the last 12 months the median sold price was $335,000 — meaning list and sold figures line up closely. There are also 19 active listings above $1M for buyers at the top end.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and active. There are 525 homes on the market, 1,635 sold in the past year, and the typical listing takes 54 days to sell while sellers net about 97% of asking. That pace gives buyers time to think without the market stalling.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $165 a month, though many single-family homes in Palm Bay carry no HOA at all, so confirm per listing. Median property tax is roughly $2,938 a year. Both are modest relative to many Florida markets.
What are the schools?+
The zone centers on Robert L. Stevenson Elementary, and nearby options in the Palm Bay area include W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science and Freedom 7 Elementary School of I. Because attendance boundaries change, confirm the assigned schools for any specific address directly with Brevard Public Schools.
How is the commute?+
This is Space Coast living, so Orlando is a drive rather than a quick hop — Orlando International Airport is about 54 minutes and Downtown Orlando roughly 57 minutes. Universal Orlando is about 68 minutes and Walt Disney World about 70 minutes. Day to day, most work and errands happen closer to home in Brevard County.
Is there new construction?+
Yes — 89 of the active listings are new construction, one of the stronger pipelines in the Palm Bay market. That gives buyers the option of a brand-new home with warranties and modern layouts. You can filter for them on the live map.
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