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5 beds4,451 sqft

1970 Gates Rd, Merritt Island, FL 32952

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.33 acresLot Size
1989Year Built
$368/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled along the serene shore of Merritt Island awaits a waterfront oasis like no other. A quintessential Key West-style home, boasting luxury and charm with 5 beds/4 baths, this residence offers a blend of coastal elegance and modern comfort. It's an ultimate outdoor paradise, featuring a custom beach-entry pool with a rock bridge, palm island, and an elevated spa. Relax in the shady tiki hut patio or enjoy sunsets from your riverside dock with a covered boat lift. Inside the home features a natural...Nestled along the serene shore of Merritt Island awaits a waterfront oasis like no other. A quintessential Key West-style home, boasting luxury and charm with 5 beds/4 baths, this residence offers a blend of coastal elegance and modern comfort. It's an ultimate outdoor paradise, featuring a custom beach-entry pool with a rock bridge, palm island, and an elevated spa. Relax in the shady tiki hut patio or enjoy sunsets from your riverside dock with a covered boat lift. Inside the home features a natural rock fireplace, huge windows, and hardwood floors creating comfort with high-end style. Dual master suites, multiple living areas, a dedicated office space, and a fully outfitted kitchen provide you with the perfect space to call home. The metal-hip style roof will ease your mind as you relax on the covered front porch. In a prime location, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Let this be your dream home!
  • Listed by: Dawn Rebecca Garrison • Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.
  • Listed by: Mary Thorne • Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.
Listing closed: 06/04/2024 12:00 AM • Source: SCMLS, MLS#: 1011338
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,400,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

94.1%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc., Dawn Rebecca Garrison; Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc., Mary Thorne

Sold By Blue Marlin Real Estate, Julie Steele

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Property Information for 1970 Gates Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $12,280 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Directions: From 510 south on Newfound Harbor Drive, Follow down right on Gates Road, home on the left.
  • Waterfront: River Front
  • Subdivision/Condo Name: New Found Harbor
  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1989
  • Lot Size: 0.33 AC / 14,374 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • City: Merritt Island
  • State/Province: FL
  • County: Brevard
  • Geo Lat: 28.323793
  • Geo Lon: -80.662504
  • Absolute Longitude: 80.662504
  • Schools: Elementary School: Tropical
  • Schools: Middle School: Jefferson
  • Schools: High School: Merritt Island
  • General County Loc: Central
  • County Sub/Condo Name: New Found Harbor
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Taxes: $12,279.60
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Acct: 2515138
  • Tax ID: 25-37-07-00-00772.0-0000.00
Parking
  • Parking: Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage: 2.0
Owner
  • Co-Owner: Loretta D Sartin
  • Financing-Owner Will Consider: Cash

Property

Green Features
  • Green Water Features: Water-Smart Landscaping
Lot Information
  • SqFt - Living: 4451.0
  • SqFt - Total: 4899.0
  • Lot SqFt: 14375.0
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Picture Count: 240
  • Document Count: 5
  • Lot Description: Dead End Street
  • Acreage: 0.33
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Legal/Misc: Land Lease: No
  • Road Surface: Asphalt
  • Current Adjacent Use: Residential, Single Family
Property and Assessments
  • Construction: Fiber Cement, Frame, Other, Wood Siding
  • Docs on File: 5
  • Property Type: A
  • Legal/Misc: 55+ Community: No
  • MLS Approved: Y
  • Type of Service: Full Service
  • Prop Type: A
  • Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • To Be Constructed: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Sewer or Septic: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Water Type: Other
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Water Available

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Roof: Metal
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Fire Pit, Impact Windows, Storm Shutters
  • Pool: Salt Water
  • Pool Features: Salt Water
  • Common Amenities: Boat Dock
  • Flooring: Tile,Wood
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Heat: Central, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Guest Suite, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower, Primary Downstairs, Split Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Equipment/Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Baths - Total: 4.0
  • Baths - Full: 4
  • Baths - Half: 0

Multi Family

Multi-Family Information
  • Selling Terms Code: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Agent

Agent Information
  • Closing Co. Name: Supreme Title Company
  • Closing Co. Address: 38 Suntree Pl Unit 2 Melbourne, FL 32940
Sale and Listing
  • Cumulative DOM: 16
  • Days On Market: 16
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Showing and Remarks
  • Showing: Appointment Only, Lockbox, Showing Service
  • Appointment Phone: 3214742096

Property History for 1970 Gates Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 4, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1534306654

$1,640,000

+11.6% / yr

Jun 4, 2024

Sold

SCMLS #1011338

$1,640,000—
May 4, 2024

Pending

SCMLS #1011338

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/04/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1534306654

$1,640,000

+11.6% / yr

06/04/2024

Sold

SCMLS #1011338

$1,640,000
05/04/2024

Pending

SCMLS #1011338

—

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Public records

1970 Gates Road

Beds

4

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

4,252 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,252 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

14,375 SqFt

Schools near 1970 Gates Road

This home is within Brevard Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Tropical Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Public7 to 8

Merritt Island High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc., Dawn Rebecca Garrison; Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc., Mary Thorne

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