Homes zoned forCentral Middle School
Space Coast value with new construction options
58
Homes for sale
$332,000
Median list price
$197
Avg price / sqft
42
Median days on market
The Central Middle School zone sits in Palm Bay, on Florida's Space Coast, where everyday life runs on short drives, practical neighborhoods, and a mix of established streets and brand-new builds. This is a zone for buyers who want room to spread out without the premium of a coastal address — families and commuters who'd rather put their budget into the house than the ZIP code. With feeder schools like W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science and Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School in the broader area, it draws people looking for a steady, livable corner of Brevard County.
For a buyer today, the numbers are approachable: 61 active listings with a median list price of $324,000 and a range that runs from $165,000 up to $675,000. Homes are selling at about 98% of asking across 213 sales in the last year, and the median of 45 days on market means there's room to think before you write an offer. If you want the full picture, browse Palm Bay homes for sale or pan around the live map to see where the inventory actually sits.
Central Middle School is an attendance zone in Palm Bay, Florida.
Quick facts
$233,000 – $675K price range
1,768 sqft median home
$50/mo median HOA
$2,268/mo median rent
214 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Central Middle School zone
The Central Middle School zone sits within Palm Bay, the largest city in Brevard County and a core part of Florida's Space Coast. Life here is built around single-family neighborhoods, practical daily drives, and a mix of long-established streets alongside newer development. It's the kind of place where buyers come for space and value rather than a boardwalk address, and the zone reflects that — grounded, residential, and unhurried.
This area suits families, first-time buyers, and move-up buyers who want more house for the money without taking on the premium that coastal and gated communities command. With a median home size around 1,754 square feet, you're looking at genuine family-sized floor plans rather than compact condos. The modest median HOA of $48 a month signals that much of the housing stock sits outside heavily managed communities.
Because this is a school attendance zone rather than a single subdivision, character varies block to block — some pockets are fully built out, others have active new construction underway. Buyers who want a sense of the range should spend time driving the streets and comparing newer builds against established resales. It rewards people who value a steady, lived-in neighborhood over a resort feel.
Schools for homes in the Central Middle School zone
This zone is anchored by Central Middle School, part of Brevard Public Schools. In the surrounding area, families will also encounter elementary options including W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science, Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School, and Freedom 7 Elementary School of I.
On the secondary side, schools serving this part of Palm Bay include Edgewood Jr/Sr High School, giving families a range of options to research as children move up through grade levels. Each school has its own programs and admission considerations, so it's worth looking into the specifics of any school you're counting on.
The single most important thing to know is that attendance boundaries change. Before you commit to a home based on a particular school, confirm the exact assignment for that specific address directly with Brevard Public Schools, since zone lines are periodically redrawn and a neighboring street can fall into a different school.
Homes for sale in the Central Middle School zone: prices and housing
The current market shows 61 active listings with a median list price of $324,000, running from about $165,000 at the entry level up to $675,000 at the top. Homes average roughly $197 per square foot, and the median size is around 1,754 square feet — solid, family-sized homes at a workable price. Over the past 12 months, 213 homes sold at a median price of $334,900, with sellers collecting about 98% of their asking price.
New construction is a real part of the picture here: 20 of the active listings are new builds, so buyers who want a fresh home rather than a resale have genuine choices. The resale side includes a handful of specialty segments — four homes with pools and four in gated communities are currently active. There are no waterfront, golf-course, 55+, or million-dollar listings in the zone right now, which keeps the market focused on mainstream family housing.
Carrying costs are manageable. The median HOA is just $48 a month, and many homes carry no association dues at all, while median property taxes run about $2,700 a year. For renters or investors weighing the math, the median rent is around $2,268 a month, which frames the rental demand in this part of Palm Bay.
Getting around from the Central Middle School zone
This is a Space Coast location, so Orlando is a planned trip rather than a quick errand. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 59 minutes away, downtown Orlando roughly 64 minutes, and Universal Orlando around 74 minutes. That makes the zone comfortable for people who head inland occasionally for travel, work, or a day out, rather than those commuting to Orlando every morning.
Within Palm Bay and the wider county, getting around relies on the area's major roads, with Interstate 95 the main north-south artery for reaching Melbourne to the north and points south. Day-to-day life — groceries, schools, and work — generally stays close to home, which is part of the appeal of a spread-out residential zone like this one.
If your work or lifestyle keeps you on the Space Coast, the commute math is easy. If you need regular access to Orlando's job centers or airport, factor the roughly one-hour drive into your decision before you buy.
Is the Central Middle School zone a good fit?
The honest case for this zone is value and practicality. A $324,000 median price, a $197-per-square-foot average, light HOA dues around $48 a month, and property taxes near $2,700 a year all add up to an attainable cost of ownership for a family-sized home. The presence of 20 new-construction listings gives buyers flexibility that many Brevard neighborhoods don't offer.
The trade-offs are worth naming. There's no waterfront, golf, or 55+ product in the current inventory, so buyers chasing those lifestyles will look elsewhere. And with Orlando roughly an hour away, this is not a fit for anyone who needs to commute into the city daily — it works best for people whose lives are anchored on the Space Coast.
For a buyer who wants space, newer housing options, and a grounded Palm Bay neighborhood at a sensible price, this zone delivers. Given sellers are getting about 98% of asking but homes still sit a median of 45 days, you have room to be selective — just confirm the school assignment for your specific address and compare new builds against resales before you decide.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$525,000
1835 KYLAR DRIVE NW, PALM BAY
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,581 sqft
$435,000
1106 SIBONEY STREET NW, PALM BAY
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,475 sqft
$390,000
1371 ARMORY DRIVE NE, PALM BAY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,236 sqft
$305,000
199 CARMELITE AVENUE NW, PALM BAY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,678 sqft
$305,000
1531 LUCKY STREET NW, PALM BAY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,695 sqft
$299,900
889 SERENADE STREET NW, PALM BAY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,695 sqft
$269,900
566 SYLVIA, MELBOURNE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,110 sqft
$465,000
718 WYETH STREET, WEST MELBOURNE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,395 sqft
$289,900
1533 WAKE FOREST ROAD NW, PALM BAY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,572 sqft
$293,000
228 AMERICANA BOULEVARD NW, PALM BAY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,918 sqft
$346,000
460 GRENADIER AVENUE NW, PALM BAY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,936 sqft
$300,000
351 N LAILA DRIVE, WEST MELBOURNE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,680 sqft
Every active listing inside the Central Middle School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Central Middle School market
214
Sold, last 12 months
$334,450
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
32 days
Median time to sell
Central Middle School vs Palm Bay
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Central Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Central Middle School home
≈ $2,251/mo
$332,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$50/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,268/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
75,632
Median age
44
Median income
$82,248
Median home value
$283,195
Beyond the listings
Living in Central Middle School
Active
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Entertainment
Top 22% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
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Hobbies & Interests
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Appearance oriented
Body Art
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Food & Drink
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.
Attitudes
Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Straight answers
Central Middle School FAQs
Is the Central Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a practical, spread-out Palm Bay lifestyle with newer housing options and sensible costs. With 213 homes sold in the past year and a median sold price of $334,900, it's an active, established market rather than a quiet backwater. The light median HOA of $48/month also keeps monthly carrying costs down for most homes.
Is this zone expensive?+
No — it's one of the more attainable corners of Brevard County, with a median list price of $324,000 and listings starting around $165,000. There are no $1M+ homes currently active, so the ceiling of $675,000 marks the top end. You can see the full price spread on Palm Bay homes for sale.
What do homes cost here?+
The median list price is $324,000 and homes run about $197 per square foot, with a median size near 1,754 sqft. Over the last year the median sold price landed at $334,900, so asking and selling prices track closely together.
How is the market right now?+
It's a balanced seller's market: sellers average 98% of asking, but the median days on market is 45, which gives buyers negotiating room. With 61 active listings and 213 sales in the past year, there's steady turnover to work with.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is a modest $48/month, and many homes here carry no HOA at all. Median property tax runs about $2,700/year, which is in line with the area's attainable price point.
What are the schools like in this zone?+
This is the Central Middle School attendance zone, with area elementary feeders including Freedom 7 Elementary School of I and Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School. Because boundaries shift, always confirm the exact assignment for a specific address with Brevard Public Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
You're on the Space Coast, so Orlando is a drive rather than a hop: Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 59 minutes and downtown Orlando roughly 64 minutes. Universal Orlando runs closer to 74 minutes, making this a zone for people who commute occasionally rather than daily into the city.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — 20 of the 61 active listings are new construction, a meaningful share of the market. That gives buyers a genuine choice between a fresh build and an established resale, which you can filter directly on the live map.
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