Florida Homes and Condos for Sale: Florida: Cocoa

Best Places to Retire - Cocoa Florida makes the list!

U.S. NEWS & WORLD magazine features lots of lists. They are no different than most publications. Their lists include healthiest places, brainiest places, outdoorsiest places, greenest places, etc.  I am sure you see a pattern here. If not, check out their main list page.

I was bit surprised to read this morning's Florida Today newspaper front page and see Cocoa, Florida listed as one of the best places (actually one of 10 affordable cities for retirees) to retire.

While every location has its strengths I am not not surprised a city from this area was chosen, after all it borders my home area (Rockledge and Viera) which I believe are among the most desireable and affordable places to live in Florida!

All the things that make Cocoa so desirable (plus a few more) are the things that make Viera and Rockledge so popular!  Lets see...

  • Climate (average January about 61, July about 81)
  • Affordable housing (even newer construction in Viera can be found well under $200,000!)
  • Recreation (beaches, golf, boating, fishing, cruises, etc)
  • Cultural attractions
  • Availability of quality health care facilities (Health First is constructing a new hospital in Viera)
  • Proximity to Orlando (40 miles)
  • Excellent schools, colleges
  • Read the entire US NEWS article here

If you are considering a move to Florida's Space Coast, consider the central Brevard County communities of Viera and Rockledge (and Cocoa).  Viera has several 55+ communities including the very popular Heritage Isle development as well as Indian River Colony Club and Grand Isle.   With Duran Golf Club, Baytree National Golf Links nearby, Turtle Creek Golf Course, Viera East Golf Course...there are plenty of tee times available!

For information on Brevard County Florida living and real estate, please feel free to contact me at agent@moving2brveard.comor directly at 321-693-3850.  Gary Waters, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Rockledge, Florida.

 

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region.  Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call!

 

Read my blog Florida Homes for Sale,  Moving to Brevard County, Florida, and  Brevard County Florida Real Estate Information.

4 comments • Gary Waters -Real estate agent Viera Suntree Melbourne and Rockledge FL • April 09 2009 09:08AM

Cocoa Florida Home only $795,000

 

Take a look at this 2005 built pool home located near the historic Cocoa Florida area of Cocoa Village. Located only a couple of blocks from the Indian River this home offers quiet living in a central area that is close to everything.

Take a stroll down to Cocoa Village to see a play at the Cocoa Village Playhouse. Shop the many quaint and interesting boutiques. Grab some lunch or dinner at some of the fine dining restaurants such as Cafe Margeaux or The Black Tulip. Stop by one of the pubs for a little refreshment. Ride your bike or walk along the scenic and relaxing Rockledge drive. Quaint, quiet and quintessential Florida riverside neighborhoods!

Enjoy relaxing on your huge back porch (10X40 feet), actually either one since there is a first floor porch off the kitchen and family room and one on the second floor (Key West style) with French doors leading from two of the bedrooms! This home needs to be viewed. As you enter the home you are met by the beautiful oak staircase leading to the second floor loft or office space. Work at your desk and enjoy the view through the hurricane resistant glass windows as you relax in your privacy!

The open kitchen and family room open to the back porch and pool deck - great for entertaining a crowd! The main home features a formal living room and dining room and two full and one half bathroom. With lots of nice touches like tray ceilings, beautiful tile floors on the first floor and carpet on the second floor, all electric appliances, dual air conditioning systems, and much more. With a total living area 3247 square feet you will not be cramped for space! The main house features three bedrooms and a loft space on the second floor.

Stepping out back you see the "rest of the story!" The large inground pool, spa, and wonderful palms! The attached cabana bath and outside shower make for easy entertaining. And then across the pool you see the detached two car garage with a second floor one bedroom and one bathroom apartment or mother-in-law suite complete with kitchen, full bath, and balcony! All this privacy nestled among the palms and surrounded by privacy fencing!

To view the MLS entry, click here.

Offered for sale by Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Century 21 Baytree Realty, Melbourne, Florida, 1-800-651-6940, email agent@moving2brevard.com .

 

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region.  Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call!

 

Read my blog Florida Homes for Sale,  Moving to Brevard County, Florida, and  Brevard County Florida Real Estate Information.

3 comments • Gary Waters -Real estate agent Viera Suntree Melbourne and Rockledge FL • February 20 2008 12:29PM

3 Bedroom 2 bath, Cocoa Florida $254,000

 Florida at its best! Only $274,900 for a split level in the established River Heights neighborhood one block from the Indian River in Central Brevard County, Florida's Space Coast.  This well maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath with an over-sized 2+ car garage. In fact the garage is large enough to build a car in - the owner did! With ceilings fans in most rooms and beautiful hardwood floors as well,this well kept home must be seen if you are looking for a home in Cocoa, Florida.  Den, Kitchen and bathrooms have ceramic tile floors. The multi-use room off the garage has so many possible uses!  It makes a great den or office or a 4th bedroom!  The house has recently been painted and a new roof installed in 2005.

The  22 X 14 foot tiled, screened back patio has gorgeous rough-cut cypress walls and ceiling - a real quite peaceful retreat from the cares of the world!  With mature, lush landscaping, this "hillside" home has so much to offer!

This home is in a great location. Only one block from the river, a public boat access is available at McFarland Park just down the street. The sellers are providing a one-year home warranty. With easy access to SR 528 (Bee Line) it is only about 45 minutes to Orlando and its attractions. Easy commute to  Kennedy Space Center and the beaches, Cocoa Village, shopping. 

    

Offered by: Gary L. Waters, Realtor  Century 21 Baytree Realty

Gary L. Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent, Bucci Realty, Rockledge, Florida serving Florida's Space Coast including the cities and communities of Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, Merritt Island, Cocoa Beach and the surrounding region.  Whether your interest lies in a 55+ community such as Heritage Isle, a golf course community such as Baytree National Golf Links or water front, give me a call!

 

Read my blog Florida Homes for Sale,  Moving to Brevard County, Florida, and  Brevard County Florida Real Estate Information.

0 comments • Gary Waters -Real estate agent Viera Suntree Melbourne and Rockledge FL • May 10 2007 01:55PM