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Merritt Island

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30,000+

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Merritt Island

Merritt Island is a central part of Brevard County with a population of 30,000+ residents, located between the Indian River and Banana River. Unlike the barrier island communities, Merritt Island offers a mix of waterfront and inland living, with options ranging from canal homes and riverfront properties to established residential neighborhoods with larger lots. The area has a more spread-out, residential feel, with a mix of older homes, newer construction, and less uniform development compared to master-planned communities. It’s a strong option for those looking for space, water access, or a more laid-back setting while still staying close to Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, and the mainland. Merritt Island is also closely tied to the space industry, with direct access north toward Kennedy Space Center and surrounding employers. Daily life is centered around convenience and outdoor access, with nearby shopping, dining, parks, and boat ramps throughout the island. Overall, Merritt Island offers a balance of flexibility, location, and access to both the water and surrounding areas across the Space Coast.

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Things to do in Merritt Island

Find some of the top things to do in Merritt Island. These are some of the most popular attractions and activites to enjoy year-round.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Nearby access to exhibits, launches, and the history of the space program.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Large protected area with scenic drives, trails, and some of the best wildlife viewing on the Space Coast.

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Local Produce Stands & Citrus Groves
Seasonal roadside stands and local spots that give the island a more old-Florida feel.

Local Produce Stands & Citrus Groves

Private Beach Walks
Uncrowded shoreline mornings and sunset strolls.

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Schools In The Area

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Audubon Elementary School 321-452-2085 public PK-6
North/Central Area Alternative Learning Center 321-633-3489 public 3-12
Lewis Carroll Elementary School 321-452-1234 public KG-6
Mila Elementary School 321-454-1070 public PK-6
Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School 321-454-3550 public KG-6
Tropical Elementary School 321-454-1080 public KG-6
Jefferson Middle School 321-453-5154 public 7-8
Merritt Island High School 321-454-1000 public 9-12
Edgewood Jr/SR High School 321-454-1030 public 7-12
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 3-11 Website
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 1-11 Website
Gardendale Separate Day School 321-633-1000 public KG-12 Website
Merritt Island Christian School 321-453-2710 private PK-12 Website
Calvary Chapel Christian School 321-459-2900 private PK-1 Website
Alpha Leraning Inc 321-453-7077 private PK-6 Website
Audubon Elementary School 321-452-2085 public PK-6
Mila Elementary School 321-454-1070 public PK-6
Merritt Island Christian School 321-453-2710 private PK-12 Website
Calvary Chapel Christian School 321-459-2900 private PK-1 Website
Alpha Leraning Inc 321-453-7077 private PK-6 Website
Audubon Elementary School 321-452-2085 public PK-6
North/Central Area Alternative Learning Center 321-633-3489 public 3-12
Lewis Carroll Elementary School 321-452-1234 public KG-6
Mila Elementary School 321-454-1070 public PK-6
Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School 321-454-3550 public KG-6
Tropical Elementary School 321-454-1080 public KG-6
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 3-11 Website
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 1-11 Website
Gardendale Separate Day School 321-633-1000 public KG-12 Website
Merritt Island Christian School 321-453-2710 private PK-12 Website
Calvary Chapel Christian School 321-459-2900 private PK-1 Website
Alpha Leraning Inc 321-453-7077 private PK-6 Website
North/Central Area Alternative Learning Center 321-633-3489 public 3-12
Jefferson Middle School 321-453-5154 public 7-8
Edgewood Jr/SR High School 321-454-1030 public 7-12
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 3-11 Website
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 1-11 Website
Gardendale Separate Day School 321-633-1000 public KG-12 Website
Merritt Island Christian School 321-453-2710 private PK-12 Website
North/Central Area Alternative Learning Center 321-633-3489 public 3-12
Merritt Island High School 321-454-1000 public 9-12
Edgewood Jr/SR High School 321-454-1030 public 7-12
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 3-11 Website
Faithful Hearts Academy Inc. 321-349-0152 private 1-11 Website
Gardendale Separate Day School 321-633-1000 public KG-12 Website
Merritt Island Christian School 321-453-2710 private PK-12 Website

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