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$379,000

For Sale - Active
285 Hickory Ave, Merritt Island, FL 32953
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,730 Square Feet
0.18 Acres Lot
Built in 1966
For Sale - Active
1 Units
Checked: 10 hours ago
Updated: Jun 11, 2025 at 03:35AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$662
Cap Rate
4.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-9.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.66
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.8%

Property Description


0.18 Acres Lot
Built in 1966
For Sale - Active
1 Units

Welcome to 285 Hickory Ave, Merritt Island, Your Peaceful Coastal Retreat! Tucked away on a quiet dead-end street with no HOA, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and island living. From the moment you walk in, you'll appreciate the warmth of the refinished Terrazzo floors and the inviting fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings. The heart of the home is the custom kitchen, complete with upgraded cabinets and countertops that make both everyday cooking and entertaining a breeze. Step outside to the screened rear porch, ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or evening breezes without the bugs. With a spacious 2-car garage and thoughtfully maintained updates throughout, this home is move-in ready and waiting for its next chapter. Whether you're looking for a peaceful primary residence or a low-maintenance investment near the coast, 285 Hickory Ave delivers. Don't miss this chance to own a piece of Merritt Island paradise!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached
  • Details: Driveway, Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Other
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Type: Gable or Hip
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 243623270000C.00009.00
  • Lot Size: 7841 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1966

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $3,695

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Brevard

Listing Details


Listed by:
Michelle Daignault-Ives
DAIGNAULT REALTY INC
(321) 453-2151

Source:
Stellar MLS
MLS#: O6312011
Stellar MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$662
Cap Rate
4.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-9.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.66
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$379,000
Amount financed:
-$303,200
Down payment:
$75,800
Closing costs:
$11,370
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$87,170
Square feet:
1,730
Cost per square foot:
$219
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.33

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$303,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$1,941
Property tax:
$308
Insurance:
$161
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,410

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,300 $27,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$138 -$1,656
Operating income:
$2,162 $25,944

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (13%)
13%-$308-$3,696
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$161-$1,932
Property management: (8%)
8%-$184-$2,208
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (38%)
38%-$883-$10,596

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,279 $15,348
Mortgage payments:
-$1,941 -$23,292
Cash flow:
$662 $7,944