River Lakes
The canals of Lake Washington
Houses in River Lakes are sorted into distinct northern and southern clusters. The southern side, cut through by St. Johns Heritage Parkway, is peppered with new construction stucco ranch-style homes that often list between $350,000 and $500,000. Many have two-car garages and three bedrooms, while some two-story Craftsman homes boast five bedrooms. The northern side of the neighborhood features modern bungalows and sprawling ranch-style homes with three-car garages that back up on canals. These canals are navigable and grant boat access to nearby Lake Washington. Homes at this end of River Lakes start at $600,000 for older constructions and soar to $950,000 for newer four-bedroom ranch-style houses on the canals.Schooling in the Sunshine State
Young learners begin at Roy Allen Elementary School in Melbourne, rated B-plus on Niche and recognized by the City of Melbourne for its environmental education efforts. They then move up the road to Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School, which earns a B-minus and offers students breakfast and lunch free of charge daily. Heritage High School, located at the southmost end of the neighborhood, scores a B-plus and allows students to shadow certified athletic trainers in their athletic training club.
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Between Orlando and Miam
Public transportation does not reach the north end of River Lakes, so residents should expect driving to be essential. To the south, the closest bus stop is located at the crossroads of St. Johns Heritage Parkway and Space Coast Parkway. The neighborhood is bordered by I-95, connecting residents to Orlando 60 miles north and to Miami 120 miles south. For out-of-town travel, Melbourne Orlando International Airport is roughly 7 miles from River Lakes.
Necessities and nightlife in Melbourne
For residents of the north end of River Lakes, groceries and pre-beach “Pub Subs” can be had at the Publix at Lake Washington Crossing, just 3 miles from the neighborhood. Those residing in the south end of River Lakes don’t have to go without, as the Publix at Windover Square is a mere 4 miles away. The Home Depot sits next door to Windover Square, and Target is across the street. “Downtown Melbourne has about 30 different places to get a drink,” Loveridge says. Imbibe by the shore at Hurricane Creek Saloon, or head north 10 miles to the Town Center to enjoy fresh pizza and local art at Pizza Gallery & Grill.The expanse of River Lakes
Whether in the north or south end, backyards in River Lakes open on the marshy expanse of the Florida wetlands. The River Lakes Conservation Area hosts numerous sites for primitive camping accessible by boat, as well as 7 miles of trails winding along the shore of Lake Washington, which is popular for fishing and boating. The Thomas A. Lawton playground also bumps up against the lakeshore, with picnic shelters and playgrounds for weekend cookouts.
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Kayaking at the zoo, golfing on the coast, gators on the lake
Just 11 miles up I-95, the Brevard Zoo awaits. Brevard is the only zoo in the country that offers guided kayaking tours of animal exhibits, so adventurous residents can paddle down the river and observe giraffes, zebras and rhinos grazing along the banks. Fifteen miles across the Melbourne Causeway the Atlantic coast calls, where citizens can relax on Coconut Point Beach or spend a sunny day at Spessard Holland Golf Course. Airboat tours through the wetlands are a popular close-to-home option, and residents are likely to see alligators as they jet through the marshes with Camp Holly’s Airboat Rides.
Flocking to Florida
The promise of River Lakes is the rural quietude residents desire without sacrificing the convenience of the city. The neighborhood is in high demand due to its favorable location. “We have SpaceX, Patrick Space Force Base, and the port at Cape Canaveral is the largest in Florida,” Loveridge says. “A thousand people a day are moving to Florida, and we’re neck-and-neck with Tampa in that expansion.” Despite the development, River Lakes maintains the secluded slice of life homebuyers expect. Whether fishing on the weekends or simply watching the sunset over the marsh, locals are glad for the country hush that settles down with them when they get home.
Written By
Hugh Taylor
Photography Contributed By
Philip Bicy
Video By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marly And David Simmons Team
Marly And David Simmons Team
Responds QuicklyReal Broker LLC
(321) 541-4312
72 Total Sales
4 in River Lakes
$485K - $1.1M Price Range
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Andy Noel
Andy Noel
Real Estate Direct of Florida
(321) 616-8897
37 Total Sales
1 in River Lakes
$365,000 Price
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Jennifer Pecora
Jennifer Pecora
Watson Realty Corp
(321) 730-2377
122 Total Sales
1 in River Lakes
$265,000 Price
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Scott Bachelor
Scott Bachelor
Canedo Realty
(231) 487-6712
46 Total Sales
1 in River Lakes
$530,000 Price
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Jeff Porter
Jeff Porter
Denovo Realty
(321) 351-3028
182 Total Sales
2 in River Lakes
$510K - $953K Price Range
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Lisa Stanton
Lisa Stanton
Real Broker LLC
(321) 360-4188
42 Total Sales
2 in River Lakes
$457K - $747K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Tom Lawton Recreation Area
Police Park
West Oaks Park
Max K. Rodes Park Lakeside Pavilion
Palm Bay Dog Park
Jimmy Moore Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | River Lakes | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
River Lakes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in River Lakes, Viera East sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in River Lakes, Viera East over the last 12 months is $8,750,000, up 2353% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,200,000
Median Sale Price
$8,750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$265,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$8,750,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2,353%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$759
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,733
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
2015
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,338
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,665
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,155
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 311am - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,599 - $2,735 per month
- Integra Heritage
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 724+ Sq Ft
- 1951 Integra Dr
- West Melbourne, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,363
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,662
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$126,960
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.5%
Advanced Degrees
14.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
54°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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