West Melbourne Suburban Living with Space Coast Access
West Melbourne offers affordable suburban living just minutes from Florida's Space Coast. With spacious homes on generous lots, excellent schools, and proximity to the aerospace industry, this growing community of over 25,000 residents provides the perfect balance of small-town charm and modern convenience. Located 6 miles from the beach and near major employers, West Melbourne delivers quality of life at an exceptional value.
Affordable Space Coast Living
West Melbourne is known for its spacious homes set on generously sized lots, offering plenty of room to live and grow. Founded in 1959, this city of over 25,000 residents provides more affordable housing compared to nearby communities while maintaining excellent quality of life. The median home price of $410,000 delivers exceptional value — large homes and more space for your money in a family-friendly suburban setting.
The city is dotted with scenic lakes and winding canals, adding natural beauty throughout the area. Max K. Rodes Park offers outdoor enthusiasts a scenic nature trail perfect for walking and exploring. West Melbourne Community Park features a 41,000-square-foot skate park and the Space Coast Field of Dreams — a unique all-inclusive sports complex with baseball fields, basketball courts, and mini golf designed for athletes of all abilities.
Suburban Convenience
Life in West Melbourne offers the perfect balance of suburban tranquility and modern convenience. New Haven Avenue serves as the city's main hub, featuring Keke's breakfast cafe, Pho Viet Noodle House, and shopping at Publix, Sprouts, Sam's Club, Walmart, and Kohl's. The city actively maintains its canals and waterways, with scenic lakes and natural beauty throughout residential areas.
West Melbourne is roughly 7 miles from the beach and less than 50 miles south of Kennedy Space Center. Interstate 95 provides easy access with a dedicated exit onto New Haven Avenue. The 321Transit bus system connects to Melbourne and routes throughout Brevard County. Melbourne Orlando International Airport is nearby, along with major aerospace employers including Northrop Grumman, Collins Aerospace, and L3Harris Technologies.
New Haven Avenue
Shopping, dining & major retailers
Space Coast Field of Dreams
All-inclusive sports complex & playground
Parks & Recreation
Skate park, dog park, pickleball & trails
Aerospace Industry
Near major employers & Space Coast
Excellent Schools
Brevard Public Schools (B+ rating)
Easy Access
I-95, airport & public transit
More Home for Your Money
West Melbourne's real estate market delivers exceptional value with spacious homes on generous lots. The median home price of $410,000 is more affordable than many nearby communities, offering larger homes and more land. Home styles range from single-story ranch and craftsman to two-story new traditional and Tudor revivals, with townhomes and condos also available.
Single-Family Homes
Spacious homes on large lots with room to grow
Lakefront Properties
Homes on scenic lakes and winding canals
Townhomes
Low-maintenance living with community amenities
Condos
Affordable options perfect for first-time buyers
Excellent School Options
West Melbourne is served by Brevard Public Schools, which has a B-plus rating. The city offers several tuition-free charter schools and private Christian-based schools, providing families with diverse educational options.
- Educational Horizons - A-rated Montessori K-6 charter school
- Pineapple Cove Classical Academy - Rigorous K-12 curriculum
- Imagine School at West Melbourne - Early childhood education
- Cavalry Chapel Academy - A-minus rated private school
Parks & Recreation
West Melbourne offers excellent parks and recreation facilities, from the unique Space Coast Field of Dreams to scenic nature trails and modern sports complexes.
- Space Coast Field of Dreams - All-inclusive 5-acre sports complex
- West Melbourne Community Park - 41,000 sq ft skate park & amphitheater
- Bryant Adams Park - Off-leash dog park, pickleball & racquetball
- Max K. Rodes Park - Scenic nature trail for walking & exploring
Your Affordable Space Coast Home
Exceptional Value
Spacious homes on generous lots at more affordable prices than nearby communities
Space Coast Access
6 miles from the beach, near Kennedy Space Center and major aerospace employers
Family-Friendly
Excellent schools, unique parks, and the all-inclusive Space Coast Field of Dreams
Convenient Location
Easy I-95 access, shopping on New Haven Avenue, and public transit connections
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