Homes zoned for
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Waterfront living zoned for a Merritt Island middle school
43
Homes for sale
$490,000
Median list price
$280
Avg price / sqft
52
Median days on market
The Thomas Jefferson Middle School zone sits on Merritt Island, the wide barrier-island community between the Indian River and the Banana River on Florida's Space Coast. It's a place where canal access and pool decks are part of everyday life — 13 of the 44 active listings sit on the water and 16 have pools — and where families choose their address partly around schools like Merritt Island High School, Tropical Elementary School, and Mila Elementary School. Orlando is close enough to matter, with MCO about 43 minutes away and the theme parks roughly an hour out.
For a buyer today, this is a broad market with room to negotiate. The median list price is $469,950, but the range runs from $109,999 all the way to $2,695,000, so what you're shopping for really sets your budget. Homes take a median 46.5 days to sell and sellers are netting about 96% of asking, which tells you there's space to make a sensible offer. Browse the current Merritt Island homes for sale or scan the live map to see where the water and pool homes cluster.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School is an attendance zone in Merritt Island, Florida.
Quick facts
$109,999 – $2.7M price range
1,758 sqft median home
$108/mo median HOA
$2,800/mo median rent
161 sold in 12 months
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On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$399,999
1840 SANDBAR DRIVE, MERRITT ISLAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,758 sqft
$309,000
3079 SEA GATE CIRCLE, MERRITT ISLAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,586 sqft
$975,000
2080 NEWFOUND HARBOR DRIVE, MERRITT ISLAND
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,076 sqft
$799,000
2145 PORPOISE STREET, MERRITT ISLAND
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,466 sqft
$715,000
1730 E RIVIERA DRIVE, MERRITT ISLAND
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,833 sqft
$675,000
375 LOYMER CIRCLE, MERRITT ISLAND
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,435 sqft
$650,000
1475 DALBORA ROAD, MERRITT ISLAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,461 sqft
$575,000
415 CHEYENNE TRAIL, MERRITT ISLAND
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,698 sqft
$399,000
920 GARDEN ROAD, MERRITT ISLAND
5 bd · 2 ba · 1,762 sqft
$119,500
50 NEEDLE BOULEVARD UNIT 6, MERRITT ISLAND
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$559,900$599,900
735 W PILOT LANE UNIT 506, MERRITT ISLAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,334 sqft
$179,000
275 SPRING DRIVE UNIT 4, MERRITT ISLAND
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,037 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Thomas Jefferson Middle School market
161
Sold, last 12 months
$460,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
45 days
Median time to sell
Thomas Jefferson Middle School vs Merritt Island
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Thomas Jefferson Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Thomas Jefferson Middle School home
≈ $3,198/mo
$490,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$108/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,800/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
45,238
Median age
50
Median income
$92,099
Median home value
$379,694
Beyond the listings
Living in Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Appearance oriented
Top 19% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Entertainment
Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Lifestyles
Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Straight answers
Thomas Jefferson Middle School FAQs
Is the Thomas Jefferson Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid pick for buyers who want island life with family-friendly schools — the zone feeds Tropical Elementary School and other Merritt Island options. Waterfront and pool homes are common here, and Orlando's airport is about 43 minutes away when you need to travel.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's mid-range for coastal Florida, with a median list price of $469,950 and an average of $279 per square foot. The market spans a lot of ground, from a $109,999 entry point to a $2,695,000 high, and six current listings sit above $1M.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Over the last 12 months 161 homes sold at a median price of $460,000, close to the current median list of $469,950. The typical home is around 1,737 square feet, so you can browse Merritt Island homes for sale to match your size and budget.
How is the market right now?+
There are 44 active listings and homes are taking a median 46.5 days to sell, which gives buyers a reasonable window to shop and negotiate. Sellers are averaging about 96% of asking, so well-prepared offers are landing.
What should I expect for HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $108 a month, though many homes carry no HOA at all, and only three active listings are in gated communities. Median property tax is around $3,482 a year, and if you're weighing renting, the median rent here is about $2,800 a month.
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