178 Via de la Reina Merritt Island, FL 32953
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,837
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Boat Dock
- Home fronts a seawall
- Saltwater Pool
- Lewis Carroll Elementary School Rated A-
- Boat Lift
- Home fronts a creek
About This Home
As of October 2018Move right into this beautiful Florida waterfront paradise. Tropical foliage and serene paved patio is perfect for entertaining. This remarkable canal front four bedroom two bath pool home is located in the sought-after Villa De Palmas neighborhood! Newer 2017 Roof and 2017 A/C. Lovely kitchen has quartz counters, plenty of storage and counter space. This split plan has graciously sized bedrooms. Deep water canal front home is a boaters dream with convenient Sykes Creek access to open river and ocean. Close to schools, shopping, 528 Beachline and Kennedy Space Center.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
C. Apollo Realty Inc License #3297191 Listed on: 09/11/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,041
Year Built
- Built in 1968
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Home fronts a creek
- Home fronts a seawall
- Home fronts navigable water
- Home fronts a canal
- South Facing Home
- Vinyl Fence
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Canal
- Pool
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Siding
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,837 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Eco-Friendly Details
- Smart Irrigation
Pool
- Saltwater Pool
- Screen Enclosure
Outdoor Features
- Boat Lift
- Patio
Schools
- Carroll Elementary School
- Jefferson Middle School
- Merritt Island High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 24-36-14-01-0000c.0-0049.00
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Villa De Palmas Unit 2 Subdivision
- Maintained Community
Recreation
- Boat Dock
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 8, 2023
Sold by
Woolems Vikki Lee
Bought by
Woolems Vikki Lee
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2023
Sold by
Woolems Vikki Lee
Bought by
Woolems Vikki Lee
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 11, 2018
Closed on
Oct 25, 2018
Sold by
Marrin Paul L and Marrin Dolores A
Bought by
Rouleau Vikki L and Woolems Jason A
Seller's Agent
Francesca DiPasquale
C. Apollo Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Nichole Demeter
RE/MAX Solutions
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$442,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,500
-3.59%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.39%
Original Mortgage
$442,500
Interest Rate
4.6%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2017
Closed on
Apr 28, 2017
Sold by
Smith Paul C and Smith Anita L
Bought by
Marrin Paul L and Marrin Dolores A
Seller's Agent
Jere Gillan
Resort Services USA, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jere Gillan
Resort Services USA, Inc.
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.23%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.92%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2009
Sold by
Connell Thomas R and Connell Penny L
Bought by
Smith Paul C and Smith Anita L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
5.27%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2002
Sold by
Bedont James F and Bedont Sandra M
Bought by
Connell Thomas R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 2001
Sold by
Turner Janet P and Martin Jack J
Bought by
Bedont James F and Bedont Sandra M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 2000
Sold by
Bledsoe William G
Bought by
Turner Janet P and Martin Jack J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1995
Sold by
Galliher Jack E and Galliher Willis T
Bought by
Bledsoe William G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
7.51%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $100 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $442,500 | Federal Title Insurance Agen | |
| Warranty Deed | $395,000 | Landmark Title Ag Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $285,000 | Secure Title Insurance Compa | |
| Warranty Deed | $220,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $219,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $178,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $125,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $442,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $353,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $228,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $198,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $156,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $45,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $78,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Off Market | $635,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | Price Changed | $635,000 | -2.3% | $345 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Price Changed | $650,000 | -7.1% | $353 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | For Sale | $699,999 | +58.2% | $380 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2018 10/25/18 | Sold | $442,500 | -3.6% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 09/21/2018 09/21/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/11/2018 09/11/18 | For Sale | $459,000 | +16.2% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2017 04/28/17 | Sold | $395,000 | -1.2% | $215 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2017 03/22/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/20/2017 03/20/17 | For Sale | $399,900 | -- | $218 / Sq Ft |
Source: Space Coast MLS (Space Coast Association of REALTORS®)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $679 | $375,750 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $659 | $364,810 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $638 | $354,190 | $180,000 | $174,190 |
| 2020 | $4,691 | $352,890 | $180,000 | $172,890 |
| 2019 | $4,960 | $366,880 | $190,000 | $176,880 |
| 2018 | $5,287 | $337,340 | $175,000 | $162,340 |
| 2017 | $3,041 | $211,650 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,092 | $207,300 | $160,000 | $47,300 |
| 2015 | $3,180 | $205,860 | $145,000 | $60,860 |
| 2014 | $3,202 | $204,230 | $120,000 | $84,230 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rose Faroni
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rose Faroni
RE/MAX Prestige Realty
(561) 252-7789
7 Total Sales
-
Francesca DiPasquale
Seller's Agent in 2018
Francesca DiPasquale
C. Apollo Realty Inc
(321) 427-5644
9 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
Nichole Demeter
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Nichole Demeter
RE/MAX
(321) 427-5724
12 in this area
87 Total Sales
-
Jere Gillan
J
Seller's Agent in 2017
Jere Gillan
Resort Services USA, Inc.
(407) 579-9815
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: Space Coast MLS (Space Coast Association of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 824255
APN: 24-36-14-01-0000C.0-0049.00
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