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Relaxed living on the barrier islands of Florida's Space Coast
Situated between miles of sugar-soft beaches on the Atlantic Ocean and the fishing haven of the Indian River Lagoon section of the Intracoastal Waterway, Indian Harbour Beach offers a laidback lifestyle on the Florida coast. The city is one of several small communities on the barrier island across from Melbourne, Florida, each with a distinct feel. Indian Harbour Beach is on the more commercial side of the A1A Jimmy Buffet Highway, but quiet coves of midcentury homes and townhouse communities surround the hotels and shops that line the highway. "Indian Harbour Beach and Satellite Beach are next door to each other, but the biggest difference is that Indian Harbour Beach is less commercial than Satellite Beach. But it still offers more amenities than Melbourne Beach," says Realtor Paige Lane, who has been selling homes for 9 years with Keller Williams Brevard. "It shares that family-oriented, friendly feel people love, and it's a very active, social community. That's why so many people move here or retire here."
Indian Harbour Beach offers direct access to the coastline.
Bring your dog to the Canova Beach Dog Park in Indian Harbour Beach.
Gleason Park in Indian Harbour Beach provides paved paths for long relaxing walks.
Small contemporary homes with well-maintained yards are abundant in Indian Harbour Beach.
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A thriving aerospace industry in Brevard County
One of Indian Harbour Beach's largest employers is nearby Patrick Space Force Base, which employs around 10,000 military personnel and civilians. There is a large military and government presence here in addition to the Space Force, including the Navy and Coast Guard. Aerospace manufacturing is also a major industry, including NASA's nearby Kennedy Space Center and Collins Aerospace. Monica McKune, who has been selling homes for 22 years and is a broker associate with Keller Williams Brevard, also mentions the area's newest addition. "Northrop Grumman is bringing over 1,200 people here, which is adding a younger energy to the Melbourne area." New businesses and restaurants are popping up here because people are trying to engage with that younger crowd. Small businesses and restaurants along A1A are another important industry.
Satellite Beach is home to the U.S. Space Force's Patrick Space Force Base.
Titusville is located across the Indian River from NASA's Kennedy Space Center.
One of the largest employers in Indian Harbour Beach is Northrop Grumman.
Collins Aerospace innovates solutions to redefine flight and connect the world.
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Residents can visit riverside outdoor spaces like Oars and Paddles Park
Indian Harbour Beach has five parks, including two beach parks that provide access to the ocean, Bicentennial Beach Park and Millenium Beach Park. Anglers can go ocean fishing via nearby Sebastian Inlet or the Indian River Lagoon, where boats pepper the water, and cars line public access points and canals. Other city parks like Oars and Paddles Park offer a floating launch dock where Space Coast Crew team members practice, and visitors can launch kayaks or paddleboards onto the river.
Millenium Beach Park offers Indian Harbour Beach residents covered picnic tables.
A couple beachfront parks feature volleyball courts in Indian Harbour Beach.
Local anglers enjoy fishing from the pier at Sebastian Inlet State Park.
Oars and Paddles Park is a popular park for manatee viewing in Indian Harbour Beach.
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A mix of seaside condos and riverfront homes in Indian Harbour Beach
Most Indian Harbour Beach homes were built between the mid and late-20th century. "It's a strong military area, and many military families stationed at PSFB invest in a home here to return to retire," says Lane. Homes have colorful stucco walls or sleek midcentury modern exteriors and are on well-manicured lawns lined with palm trees. There are also townhouse communities, condos on the waterfront and upscale subdivisions. Buyers will also find homes on the Indian River Lagoon, which is popular with boaters and anglers. "One of my favorite aspects of living out here is that my daughter and I can go out on the boat or go fishing whenever we want," Lane says. The median sale price in Indian Harbour Beach is $356,800, 27% higher than the national median sale price of $281,900, according to Niche. Some homes in subdivisions or multi-family units will have HOA fees, which may cost between $500 and $1000 monthly.
Colorful ranch-style homes can be found throughout Indian Harbour Beach.
Almost every waterfront home in Indian Harbour Beach has a large dock.
Large contemporary style homes can be found throughout Indian Harbour Beach.
There are many gated communities like The Sanctuary in Indian Harbour Beach.
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Highly rated schools in the Brevard County District
Brevard County Public Schools serves Indian Harbour Beach and earns a B-plus rating on Niche. All public schools serving the community have a rating of B-plus or higher. Most of the community's schools are located on the island, but students zoned for Melbourne High School must attend school on the mainland. "The mainland schools are up to 45 minutes away from the island communities," says McKune. "But there is a choice program, so families who don't want that extra travel can apply to choice schools or private schools." Satellite High School serves the rest of the community, offering career and technical education programs, such as technical design, digital media and early childhood education. Families can also apply to various charter schools or private institutions, such as the Coastal Community School, which receives a B rating from Niche.
Delaura Middle School is a highly rated public school in nearby Satellite Beach.
Melbourne High School, located in Melbourne, Florida, serves students from Indian Harbour Beach.
Everyday students achieve excellence and build bright futures at Satellite High School.
Coastal Community School is located in the Trinity Wellsprings Church in Satellite Beach.
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Most commercial areas surround the A1A
In addition to the shops and businesses spread across the city, Indian Harbour Beach has a large concentration of dining and retail along the A1A. Shopping centers and restaurants line the road, but retail makes way for more and more residences as the A1A moves south. "Most of the business here is independent, and there are very few chains here, save a Walmart and Publix and a couple of fast-food restaurants," says Realtor Kellie Bowling, who has been selling homes for almost 20 years with Compass Florida. Residents can cross the river and visit Melbourne or Palm Shores for larger shopping centers and big box stores. Downtown Melbourne is only 10 miles away and offers several upscale restaurants and homey taverns on New Haven Avenue.
Most businesses and shopping are located on East Eau Gallie Boulevard in Indian Harbour Beach.
Longboards Oceanfront Grill in Indian Harbour Beach offers dining with a view of the ocean.
The Publix in Indian Harbour Beach provides residents with everyday essentials and groceries.
Locals flock to Downtown Melbourne for its great walkability, restaurants and night life.
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Commuting from Indian Harbour Beach
With the A1A Jimmy Buffet Memorial Highway as the city's main thoroughfare, residents can quickly drive to different communities along Florida's coast. Eau Gallie Boulevard is on the southern edge of the town, which spans the Indian River Lagoon and connects the island to the mainland. Space Coast Area Transit bus stops are on major intersections, such as at Eau Gallie Boulevard and the A1A. Indian Harbour Beach is about 10 miles from Melbourne, 16 miles from Avenue Viera, 27 miles from Port Canaveral and 65 miles from Orlando. "We're a Disney family and a cruise family, so it's convenient that the cruise port is so close to us and that we're a short drive from Orlando," says McKune. The closest medical center is Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, 16 miles away. The Melbourne Orlando International Airport is 18 miles from Indian Harbour Beach, and the Orlando International Airport is 60 miles away.
Weather and crime in Indian Harbour Beach
Indian Harbour Beach features cool, dry winters and hot, humid, stormy summers. The ocean breeze keeps the area warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer than interior Florida cities. Tropical weather is often a threat, and residents The area is threatened by hurricanes annually, and residents are mandated to evacuate in the event of an incoming storm.
According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement's Uniform Crime Report, crime in Brevard County has trended down for both property and violent crimes since 1996, the year the FDLE launched its summary reporting system. Between 2016 and 2021, the most recent year tracked by the FDLE, crime in Brevard County fell by about 40 percent.
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