9490 S Tropical Trail

4,906 Sq. Ft.
$1,324 / Sq. Ft.
4,906
Sq. Ft.
$1,324
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare River-to-River estate on nearly 6.2 acres along prestigious S. Tropical Trail offers unparalleled privacy, grandeur, and breathtaking waterfront views. A majestic oak-lined drive leads to this stately residence, featuring 540+ft of Banana River frontage to the east and 200+- ft on the Indian River to the west--both with docks, ensuring stunning sunrises and sunsets. The elegant interior boasts gleaming wood floors, soaring cathedral ceilings, and walls of windows framing serene water views....A rare River-to-River estate on nearly 6.2 acres along prestigious S. Tropical Trail offers unparalleled privacy, grandeur, and breathtaking waterfront views. A majestic oak-lined drive leads to this stately residence, featuring 540+ft of Banana River frontage to the east and 200+- ft on the Indian River to the west--both with docks, ensuring stunning sunrises and sunsets. The elegant interior boasts gleaming wood floors, soaring cathedral ceilings, and walls of windows framing serene water views. A river-facing kitchen, spacious living areas, and a luxurious primary suite create an inviting yet refined ambiance. Upstairs, three bedrooms, a Jack & Jill bath, an on-suite, and a versatile bonus room offer ample space. With a new roof (2021) and fresh exterior paint, this estate is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a rare dual-river property. Experience timeless elegance, unmatched tranquility, and endless possibilities.
  1. Listed by Jack C Jeffcoat III • Ellingson Properties

Property Details for 9490 South Tropical Trail

Directions
South of Pineda Causeway approximately 2 miles. Gate for home is directly south of 9490 mailbox on east side of South Tropical Trail.
Waterfront
Intracoastal, Navigable Water, River Front
Subdivision/Condo Name
Sanders Subd
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 08:06 PM

Property Details for 9490 South Tropical Trail

StatusActive
MLS #1043235
Days on Market282
Taxes$38,344 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2006
Lot Size6.20 AC / 270,072 SF
CountyBrevard County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Ellingson Properties, Jack C Jeffcoat III
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Building Information for 9490 South Tropical Trail

Stories-Year Built2006Building Size-Lot Size6.20 AC / 270,072 SF

Payment Calculator

$34,851 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$31,655

Property Taxes

$3,195

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 9490 South Tropical Trail

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Merritt Island
  • State/Province: FL
  • County: Brevard
  • Geo Lat: 28.187104
  • Geo Lon: -80.626698
  • Absolute Longitude: 80.626698
  • Schools: Elementary School: Ocean Breeze
  • Schools: Middle School: DeLaura
  • Schools: High School: Satellite
  • General County Loc: South
  • County Sub/Condo Name: Sanders Subd
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Taxes: $38,343.60
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Acct: 2609594
  • Tax ID: 26-37-28-01-00000.0-0001.01
Parking
  • Parking: Total Garage Spaces: 5
  • Parking: Attached, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, RV Access/Parking, Secured
  • Garage: 5.0
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Property
Lot Information
  • SqFt - Living: 4906.0
  • SqFt - Total: 6713.0
  • Lot SqFt: 270072.0
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Picture Count: 63
  • Document Count: 4
  • Lot Description: Many Trees, Other, Split Possible
  • Acreage: 6.2
  • Furnishings: Unfurnished
  • Land Site Description: RIVER TO RIVER
  • Legal/Misc: Land Lease: No
  • Road Surface: Asphalt
  • Water Frontage Ft: 541.0
  • Current Adjacent Use: Residential, Single Family
  • Site Description: RIVER TO RIVER
Property and Assessments
  • Construction: Block, Brick, Concrete, Fiber Cement
  • Docs on File: 4
  • 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
  • Security: 24 Hour Security,Security System Owned
Utilities
  • Utilities: Sewer or Septic: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Water Type: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool: Heated, In Ground
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace: Other, Wood Burning
  • Heat: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Guest Suite, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower, Primary Downstairs, Split Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Baths - Total: 6.0
  • Baths - Full: 5
  • Baths - Half: 1
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Selling Terms Code: Cash, Conventional
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Cumulative DOM: 273
  • Days On Market: 273
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Showing and Remarks
  • Appointment Phone: 3215361461
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pet Restrictions: Yes

Property History for 9490 South Tropical Trail

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #1043235

$6,495,000—
Dec 31, 2022

Expired

SCMLS #910645

—
Jan 21, 2022

Withdrawn

SCMLS #910645

—
Jul 16, 2021

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #910645

$3,750,000—
Dec 5, 2020

Expired

SCMLS #877500

—
Dec 5, 2020

Expired

SCMLS #877500

—
Dec 5, 2020

Expired

SCMLS #877505

—
Jun 9, 2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #877500

$2,250,000—
Jun 9, 2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #877500

$2,250,000—
Jun 9, 2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #877505

$3,100,000—
Mar 31, 2020

Expired

SCMLS #869947

—
Mar 31, 2020

Expired

SCMLS #847919

—
Mar 5, 2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #869947

$3,100,000—
Jun 14, 2019

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #847919

$2,950,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/15/2025

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #1043235

$6,495,000
12/31/2022

Expired

SCMLS #910645

—
01/21/2022

Withdrawn

SCMLS #910645

—
07/16/2021

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #910645

$3,750,000
12/05/2020

Expired

SCMLS #877500

—
12/05/2020

Expired

SCMLS #877500

—
12/05/2020

Expired

SCMLS #877505

—
06/09/2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #877500

$2,250,000
06/09/2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #877500

$2,250,000
06/09/2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #877505

$3,100,000
03/31/2020

Expired

SCMLS #869947

—
03/31/2020

Expired

SCMLS #847919

—
03/05/2020

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #869947

$3,100,000
06/14/2019

Listed (Active)

SCMLS #847919

$2,950,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 9490 South Tropical Trail

Taxable ValueLand$2,508,930Additions$645,970Total$3,154,900
Tax Record2025$37,403 ($3,117 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,889 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,889 SqFtStories2Lot Size270,072 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006Year Renovated2010ZoningSEUCountyBREVARDAPN26-37-28-01-00000.0-0001.01Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 9490 South Tropical Trail

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 - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ocean Breeze Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Delaura Middle School
Public7 to 8

Satellite Senior High School
Public9 to 12

South Area Alternative Learning Center
Public5 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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9490 South Tropical Trail is a single family home for sale in Merritt Island, FL 32952. This property was listed for sale on April 15, 2025 by Ellingson Properties, it's currently listed at $6,495,000. This listing's school district is Brevard Public Schools. Nearby schools include Ocean Breeze Elementary School, Delaura Middle School and Satellite Senior High School. 9490 South Tropical Trail is a 5-bed, 6-bath, 4,906 sqft single family home built in 2006.

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Listing Courtesy of Ellingson Properties, Jack C Jeffcoat III

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