Homes for sale · Merritt Island, FloridaSunset Lakes
Pool homes and quiet streets on the Space Coast
1
Homes for sale
$699,999
Median list price
$239
Avg price / sqft
1
Median days on market
Sunset Lakes is a small, gated pocket of Merritt Island built around space, water views, and the easy pace that draws people to Brevard County in the first place. The homes here tend toward generous footprints — the median sits near 2,930 square feet — and the neighborhood sits within reach of the barrier-island beaches and the Indian River lagoon that define Space Coast living. Nearby communities like Angel City, Indianola, and Diana Shores round out this stretch of the island.
For a buyer today, this is a thin, high-ticket market: just one active listing at $699,999, with four homes sold over the past year at a median of $492,500. Sellers here have been holding firm, collecting about 99% of asking on average, so when something comes up it moves quickly. Watch the live map closely, because inventory this limited rewards buyers who are ready to act.
Sunset Lakes is a community in Merritt Island, Florida.
Quick facts
$699,999 – $700K price range
2,930 sqft median home
$96/mo median HOA
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sunset Lakes
Every active listing inside the Sunset Lakes boundary
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By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Sunset Lakes market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$565,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
5 days
Median time to sell
Sunset Lakes vs Merritt Island
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 9.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sunset Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sunset Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sunset Lakes home
≈ $4,560/mo
$699,999 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$96/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
817
Median age
52
Median income
$134,500
Median home value
$478,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Sunset Lakes
Active
Top 1% in the U.S.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.
Active
Top 4% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Appearance oriented
Top 7% in the U.S.Fitness Fashion
Workout clothes aren't just for working out anymore. This population enjoys wearing name-brand athletic apparel for fashion and functional purposes.
Active
Top 7% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Appearance oriented
Top 20% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Food & Drink
Top 23% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Straight answers
Sunset Lakes FAQs
Is Sunset Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, gated neighborhood on Merritt Island with larger homes and an easy Space Coast pace. Families often look at assigned schools like Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School, and the location balances island living with roughly 45 minutes to Orlando International Airport. It suits buyers who want space and privacy over a dense, walkable grid.
Is Sunset Lakes expensive?+
It sits at the higher end for the area, with the single active listing priced at $699,999 and homes selling at a median of $492,500 over the past year. At about $239 per square foot, you're generally paying for larger floor plans rather than premium per-foot pricing. Compared with other Merritt Island homes for sale, it's a move-up tier of the market.
What do homes cost in Sunset Lakes?+
The current listing is asking $699,999, while the four homes sold in the last 12 months closed at a median of $492,500. Median size runs about 2,930 square feet at roughly $239 per square foot, so pricing tracks closely with how much house you're buying.
How is the market in Sunset Lakes?+
It's tight and fast-moving, with only one active listing and a median of zero days on market. Sellers have been getting about 99% of asking on average, so well-priced homes don't linger. With just four sales in the past year, this is a neighborhood where you watch inventory and act when it appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $96 per month, which is modest for a gated community. Property taxes come in around $6,789 per year at current price points. Budget both into your monthly carrying costs when comparing homes here.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. 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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