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2885 S Tropical Trail

Merritt Island, FL, 32952

Pending

$850,000

3

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

1,639 sqft

Living Area

1957

Year Built

17,860

Lot Size (sqft)

Days on Market

Dock Score™

DockOnly
82
Excellent

What shaped this score

Dock with boat lift
Navigable Water
Fits boats up to ~85ft (est.)
Bridge-free to bay

DockOnly.com rating, not provided by the MLS or listing broker.

Dock & Water AccessMLS

Navigable WaterRiver AccessSeawallIntracoastal

AI Aerial Imagery Detection

Dock DetectedBoat Lift DetectedSeawall DetectedDeep Water Indicators~72-98 ft dock

Detected by AI from open-source aerial mapping imagery and may not reflect current conditions. This information was not provided by the MLS or listing broker. Always verify dock infrastructure with the listing agent.

Canal WidthDockOnly

At the dock

County parcel data
108ft
dock108 ft

Single measurement at the dock · width variation along the canal not yet available

Measured perpendicular from this parcel's waterfront edge to the parcel directly across the canal, using surveyed county GIS boundaries.

Will it turn around?

Up to 40 ft

Easy
handling

4054 ft

Fits
with care

5462 ft

Tight
(back-in)

Boats over 62 ft typically back in/out rather than turning here. Clear channel ≈ 82 ft with boats moored both sides (~13 ft per side for dock + beam). Wide-beam yachts need the upper end of each range.

Navigation RouteDockOnly

Data sources: SFWMD AHED waterway polygons · FHWA National Bridge Inventory 2024 · Not provided by the MLS or listing broker.

Description

Experience the charm of mid-century design with this iconic 1950s riverfront retreat—a rare opportunity to own over 100 feet of direct Indian River frontage on a sprawling .41-acre lot. This three-bedroom, two-bath residence captures the essence of vintage Florida living, featuring warm wood ceilings and breathtaking panoramic views of the river. Step outside to enjoy spectacular sunsets and an ever-changing display of Florida's coastal wildlife, all from your own backyard paradise. With its timeless architecture, serene setting, and endless potential, this property offers a unique opportunity to renovate or reimagine into your dream waterfront estate. Homes like this rarely come available—a perfect blend of history, character, and location along the sought-after Indian River. Vacant lot next door is also for sale. MLS # 1059208

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Location

Merritt Island, FL, 32952

No price history available for this property.

Displayed by Blue Mar Real Estate Group Inc., Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (DBPR CQ1018554) · [email protected]

Listing courtesy of Daignault Realty Inc via Space Coast MLS

Last checked: 3 hours ago

Listing updated: July 24, 2026

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FEMA Flood Zone X

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Navigation note: Navigation routes show the shortest mapped path to open water. A vessel taller than the binding bridge clearance may still reach open water via a longer alternate route that we don't currently map. Verify navigability with a local captain or surveyor before relying on it.