Why Live in Indian River Heights
Indian River Heights, located just below Vero Beach South in Vero Beach, is a residential neighborhood known for its midcentury homes and quiet streets. The area features ranch and bungalow-style houses built between 1960 and 1980, with prices generally ranging from $250,000 to $350,000. The neighborhood is 3 miles from the Intracoastal Waterway, making boating and kayaking popular activities. Nearby, the Oslo Riverfront Conservation Area offers hiking trails with views of the Indian River, while the Lagoon Greenway provides a scenic 3-mile boardwalk for jogging and biking. South County Park, also known as Dick Bird Park, includes a playground, basketball and tennis courts, and multi-purpose ball fields, along with the Intergenerational Recreation Center, which hosts free community programs. Indian River Heights falls under the Indian River County School District, which has a high rating, and students typically attend Citrus Elementary, Oslo Middle, and Vero Beach High, which offers dual enrollment with Indian River State College. The neighborhood is within a 5-mile radius of several commercial areas, including South Point and South Vero Square, which feature stores like Publix, Walgreens, and Winn Dixie, as well as dining options such as Pepper and Salt BBQ and Twisted Lime. Residents rely on Route 1 and nearby Interstate 95 for transportation, with Orlando Melbourne International Airport 40 miles away. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, and Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital is just 6 miles from the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indian River Heights a good place to live?
Indian River Heights is a good place to live. Indian River Heights is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.2 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $81,294 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20% of residents. A majority of residents in Indian River Heights are home owners, with 18.7% of residents renting and 81.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Indian River Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Indian River Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Indian River Heights?
The median home price in Indian River Heights is $449,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Indian River Heights. The average household income in Indian River Heights is $81K.
What are the best public schools in Indian River Heights?
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Home Trends in Indian River Heights, FL
On average, homes in Indian River Heights, Vero Beach sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Indian River Heights, Vero Beach over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$435,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$460,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$371,972
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$775,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$317
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%