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1523 Stafford Avenue

Merritt Island, FL 32952

4 beds
3 baths
2,374 sqft
8,276 sqft lot
$237 per sqft
1996 build
– on site

Bring your boat and settle right into this well-maintained home in the popular Island Crossings community in Merritt Island! Perfectly located just minutes from Kelly Park boat ramp, this spacious floor plan includes a 3-car garage and designated boat parking. Sellers spared no expense and offers peace of mind with BRAND NEW hurricane-impact windows/doors, and Storm Buster hurricane panels (2025). Additional improvements include EXTERIOR durable elastomeric paint (2024), A/C (2020), Roof (2018), WATER HEATER (2018), Trex decking, Lush landscaping with energy-efficient LED lighting and eye-catching color-changing spotlights adds charm and visibility. Enter through a gorgeous leaded glass door to an open concept design with high ceilings and plenty of natural light. The formal living room is versatile and is currently utilized as a music room. A formal dining room offers an ideal setting for special meals, while the kitchen showcases granite countertops, a custom tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and newer stainless steel appliances—including a Bosch refrigerator (2022), Frigidaire air fry oven and microwave (2021). For everyday dining, enjoy the separate dinette area or the convenient breakfast bar that overlooks the expansive family room. Designed for privacy and versatility, the 3-way split floor plan includes a bedroom with double doors, perfectly suited as a home office, study, or flex space. The sizeable primary bedroom offers a large walk-in closet, upgraded remote ceiling fan/light, and sliding doors to your lanai. The ensuite bathroom includes split dual sink vanity with granite top, tiled shower, and garden tub for relaxation. Secondary bedrooms are roomy with two sharing a Jack-n-Jill bathroom. A fourth bedroom is located on the opposite side of the home, along with a bathroom that leads to the lanai. For outdoor living, a fully fenced backyard backs to a conservation/greenbelt and can be enjoyed year-round from the expansive screened-in lanai, complete with a fireplace and built-in pizza oven. Additional features include: Luxury vinyl flooring in the formal living room and office/bedroom, contemporary lighting and ceiling fans throughout, a well-appointed interior laundry room with sink, and ample storage space in the 3-car garage add to the home's functionality. Island Crossings is conveniently located to the Beachline Expressway, Port Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center, shopping, dining, and just minutes to the beach. Don't wait for a chance to experience the best of island living! Call today to schedule a private showing.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / CORCORAN CONNECT LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 25, 2025 •

MLS# S5127565 —

The Building

Year Built:

1996
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Contemporary
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

1
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Window Features:

Blinds
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Security Features:

Security Lights
Building Area Total:

3435
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Additional Rooms:

Breakfast Room Separate
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2374
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

From 528 to N Banana River Drive (Exit 52). Turn right onto N Banana River Dr. Turn right onto Stafford Ave.(Island Crossing subdivision)and follow around. Home will be on the left - #1523. From 520: N. Banana River Dr. to Stafford Avenue (Island Crossing
Latitude:

28.402314
Longitude:

-80.6684
Coordinates:

-80.6684, 28.402314

The Property

Parcel Number:

24 371801A17
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Greenbelt
Lot Size Acres:

0.19
Lot Size Area:

8276
Lot Size SqFt:

8276
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

RU113
Direction Faces:

Northeast
View:

Park/Greenbelt
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Irrigation System
Fencing:

Fenced
Vegetation:

Trees/Landscaped
Water Source:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X
Flood Zone Panel:

12009C0345H
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

17
Tax Block:

A
Tax Legal Description:

ISLAND CROSSINGS LOT 17 BLK A
Tax Book Number:

41-78
Tax Annual Amount:

$2,957.01

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

BB/HS Internet Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

Inside

The Community

Subdivision Name:

ISLAND CROSSINGS
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Deed Restrictions
Waterview:

Intracoastal Waterway
Waterview:

true
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Pet Restrictions:

Refer to HOA for further restrictions
Association:

true
Association Fee:

96.6
Association Fee Frequency:

Quarterly
Association Fee Includes:

Maintenance Grounds
Association Fee Requirement:

Required
Monthly HOA Amount:

32.2
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

3
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

3
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Boat

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$565,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,025
Taxes	$246
Insurance	$155
HOA fees	$32
Utilities	$171 See report
Total	$3,629/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/25/25 May 25, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$565,000

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This house located in Island Crossings, Merritt Island, FL 32952 is currently for sale for $565,000. 1523 Stafford Avenue is a 2,374 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. 1523 Stafford Avenue is in the Island Crossings neighborhood of Merritt Island and has a WalkScore® of 10, making it car-dependent.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and CORCORAN CONNECT LLC.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

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