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Island Forest Preserve by Maronda Homes

6105 Moonrise Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32953

from $454,900

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3+ beds
4+ beds
5+ beds
2+ baths
3+ baths
4+ baths
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Wilmington

$454,900+
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 2,044 sqft
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Miramar

$464,400+
  • 4 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 2,151 sqft
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Melody

$468,000+
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 2,066 sqft
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Huntington

$485,900+
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 2,286 sqft
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Sierra

$490,900+
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 2,427 sqft
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Harmony

$491,900+
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 2,471 sqft
View details for Carlisle
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Carlisle

$528,000+
  • 4 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 2,797 sqft
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Naples

$528,900+
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 2,434 sqft
View details for Columbus
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Columbus

$538,500+
  • 4 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 3,230 sqft

Community highlights

Welcome to Island Forest Preserve, a single-family home community by Maronda Homes located in 6105 Moonrise Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32953. Currently, the community status is Selling. With 2 homes, including 0 move-in ready option. Island Forest Preserve homes size range from 2,044 to 4,767 square feet on various lot sizes. Homes price vary between $454,900 and $717,900.

Close to Kennedy Space Center (NASA)
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Great location

Historic space launch site driving aerospace innovation, tourism, and high-tech jobs on Florida’s Space Coast.

3.5 miles away
Open Greenspace
Beach Access

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Community details

Community details

Builder(s):
Maronda Homes
Home type:
Single-Family
Selling status:
Selling
School district:
Brevard County School District

Community amenities

Island Forest Preserve by Maronda Homes features a set of shared elements designed to enhance the single-family setting. The amenity list includes 2 items, providing a mix of spaces for residents to access. Open Greenspace stands out as one of the shared spaces in Merritt Island, Florida available in this location. These features are distributed throughout the development or nearby, adding to the overall organization and functionality of the neighborhood.
  • Open Greenspace
  • Beach Access
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Maronda Homes
With a legacy dating to 1972, Maronda Homes is a family-owned builder focused on creating new construction homes that blend affordability and quality design. The company’s commitment to homeowners is underscored by industry recognition, including multiple Platinum Builder Awards for leadership and innovation in construction.

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Community address

6105 Moonrise Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32953
County:
Brevard
Zip Code:
32953
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Schools in Brevard County School District

The Brevard County School District manages the education options near Island Forest Preserve by Maronda Homes, guiding students from primary years through graduation. The pathway begins at Robert L. Stevenson Elementary School, teaching Elementary grades roughly 4.8 mi from home. Middle school students attend Ronald Mcnair Magnet Middle School, a public option for Middle grades that lists a rating of 3. The final step is Merritt Island High School, serving High grades and situated approximately 6.4 mi from the community.
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Places of interest

The broader Merritt Island region is supported by various Lake venues that serve local residents. Lake Poinsett is one of the several locations identified, situated approximately 12.3 mi away. These points of interest are intermixed with other destinations, creating a multi-layered regional map. This distribution highlights the variety of local destinations in Merritt Island, Florida.

Getting around

Mobility around Island Forest Preserve by Maronda Homes is measured through specific environmental indices that aid in commute planning. The Walk Score of 0 (Car-Dependent) indicates the level of pedestrian support in the neighborhood. Cycling conditions follow a similar metric, expressed through a Bike Score of 25 and its Somewhat Bikeable category. These indicators highlight getting around Merritt Island, Florida.
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0 /100
Car-Dependent
Bike score ®
25 /100
Somewhat Bikeable

Air quality

Natural hazards risk

To assist with long-term planning, data regarding the area around Island Forest Preserve by Maronda Homes is organized into measurable categories. Information from FEMA allows for a structured view of local factors, ensuring that residents have access to the same high-quality data used by analysts. This transparency is vital for understanding the nuances of the local environment. The measurement for Lightning, for instance, is documented with a score of 99.42 and a rating of Very High. This contributes to a data-driven regional hazard risk context, allowing for a deeper understanding of the physical surroundings.
Riverine flooding90.3
Relatively Moderate
Wildfire98.9
Relatively High
Hurricane99.7
Very High
Earthquake68.0
Relatively Low
Heat wave0.0
No Rating
Coastal flooding92.4
Relatively Moderate

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Welcome Home to Island Forest Preserve

Nestled in the heart of Merritt Island on the Space Coast, Island Forest Preserve is the only new builder in the area offering 7-bed and 5-bath floorplans with a private and secluded feel.

You'll love living in a quiet, relaxing atmosphere while being just minutes from major roadways, local beaches, and retail and convenience stores. Schedule your appointment to walk the homesites today!

Island Forest Preserve has a variety of features and amenities for your individual needs:

  • Gated community entry

  • Lush greenspace

  • Homesites on preserved or water views

  • Spacious homesites

  • Updated interior finishes

Home Designs in Island Forest Preserve

Home Designs in Island Forest Preserve feature up to 4,767 square feet, 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and up to a 3-car garage. Your new home will have an open-concept floor plan and up to 9-foot ceilings on the first floor. Flex spaces allow you to create an at-home office or study, and a 3-car garage provides additional storage space for your boat, waverunner, or guest parking. Contact us today to tour our model home!

Personalize your floor plan to suit your individual needs:

  • Up to 4,767 Finished Square Feet

  • Up to 7 Bedrooms

  • Up to 5 Baths

  • Up to 9’ ceilings on the first floor

  • Up to 3-car Garage

Learn More About Living in Merritt Island

Island Forest Preserve offers a prime location just a short drive from Brevard County Schools, ensuring convenient drop-off and pick-up for families.

For grocery shopping, you’ll find Aldi, Target, Walmart Supercenter, Thrifty Produce and Meat, and many other retailers just minutes from your doorstep, streamlining your errand days.

When dining out, options abound with nearby establishments such as Causeway Diner, Carter’s Grille, Red Wagon BBQ Shack, and Cozy Corner Cafe. Whether you prefer local favorites or familiar chains, you’ll discover a variety of menus to satisfy you and your family.

For outdoor enthusiasts, your new home is less than a half-hour drive from Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Beach Pier, Pelican Beach Park, Playalinda Beach, and Lori Wilson Park. Enjoy a day of sun and surf, and return home in time for dinner.

Adventure is easily accessible, with The Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral, and Cocoa Village all within a short distance, making family outings simple and enjoyable.

At Island Forest Preserve, you’ll have quick access to SR-528 and I-95, providing straightforward routes to Downtown Orlando and Orlando International Airport. Notable employers such as SpaceX and Blue Origin are also conveniently located nearby.

Settle into your new routine at Island Forest Preserve in Merritt Island and enjoy all the amenities nearby that make your day-to-day life as simple as possible:

  • Dining options - 2 miles

  • Lewis Carroll Elementary - 3 miles

  • Merritt Island High School - 4 miles

  • Blue Origin - 5.5 miles

  • Grocery & retail shopping - 5 to 10 miles

  • Cocoa Village - 6 miles

  • Port Canaveral - 6 miles

  • Merritt Island Square Mall - 6 miles

  • Thomas Jefferson Middle School - 7 miles

  • Health First Cape Canaveral Hospital - 7 miles

  • Cocoa Beach Pier - 10 miles

  • SpaceX - 12 miles

  • The Avenue at Viera - 13 miles

  • Cocoa Beach - 15 miles

  • Lori Wilson Park - 17 miles

  • Pelican Beach Park - 27 miles

  • Playalinda Beach - 32 miles

  • Orlando International Airport - 45 miles

  • Downtown Orlando - 55 miles

Island Forest Preserve in North Merritt Island is one of the next flourishing areas nestled on Florida's beautiful Space Coast. Having a close commute to local beaches while being in the heart of the thriving and growing space industry make it the perfect place to call home! Schedule a visit to our model home today!

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