1495 Newfound Harbor Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32952 (MLS# 1044953)

1495 Newfound Harbor Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32952

$1,995,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 7 Square Footage: 5,780 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 30,056 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,995,000 List Date: 5/07/2025 Last Modified: 4/22/2026

Description

Welcome to Bella Vue - A One-of-a-Kind Waterfront Estate on Merritt Island Bella Vue is a custom contemporary masterpiece nestled on an expansive 0.69-acre direct waterfront lot along the serene and navigable Sykes Creek. Boasting over 5,170 square feet of refined living space, this estate offers five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, a three-car garage, a private dock, a luxurious pool, and a charming, detached Guest Cottage—all thoughtfully designed for comfort, elegance, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and panoramic water views from nearly every room in the home. A series of expansive decks provide the perfect perch for rocket launches, birdwatching, or simply relaxing as dolphins and manatees glide by. Inside, the open-concept floor plan is bright and welcoming, enhanced by custom architectural details, 10 foot and vaulted ceilings - allowing natural light to pour in from every angle.

Supplements: The spacious primary suite is a private retreat featuring a large sitting area, fireplace, and a spa-like en suite bath complete with a two showers( steam and regular, large, jetted tub, dual vanities, two toilets, and a bidet. Additional living spaces include a dedicated office or library, and a fully equipped home gym with access to a private deck. The estate's smart home technology elevates daily living, offering app-based control through the Resideo Lyric system for climate, lighting, locks, and garage access. Whole-home Bluetooth audio and intercom are provided via the M&S intercom , along with a Wi-Fi-enabled Rainbird irrigation system and six Ring cameras all included with the home for complete control and peace of mind. The backyard is a private oasis, featuring a beautifully designed 75-foot inground saltwater lap pool. Large 8-foot, 4-panel stackable sliding glass doors create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, opening to a fully screened patio ideal for year-round enjoyment. Whether you're swimming laps, sunbathing, dining alfresco, or hosting a poolside gathering, this outdoor retreat offers luxury, comfort, and function. Privately nestled at the water's edge, a detached two-bedroom, two-bath Guest Cottage is set at a comfortable distance from the main residence, ensuring privacy for both spaces. Ideal for multi-generational living, guests, or staff, it features a full kitchen, in-unit washer and dryer, and a fenced yard with charming nautical touches. Nearly every room enjoys sweeping water views, creating a serene and self-contained retreat. The estate is designed for outdoor enthusiasts and entertainers alike, with a private dock for boating or wildlife viewing, a tranquil pond with water features, and lush tropical landscaping that includes palms and plumerias. The expansive grounds offer plenty of room for kayaking, paddleboarding, rowing, or fishing, making this a true island escape. Located on a quiet, non-throughfare street with no HOA, the property also provides ample space for RV, boat, or trailer parking. Just minutes from new hospital under construction, Cocoa Village, Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, NASA, SpaceX, and Blue Origin, and within easy reach of Orlando and Melbourne airports and major theme parks, this estate offers both convenience and serenity. Offered with a home warranty. One of the principals is a licensed Florida Broker. This is more than a home - it's a lifestyle. Whether hosting sophisticated gatherings or seeking a tranquil sanctuary, Bella Vue delivers. Words can't do it justice - you must experience it in person.

More Information MLS# 1044953

Contract Information

Start Showing Date: 2025-05-07 Current Price: $1,995,000 Original List Price: 2495000 List Price: $1,995,000 Status: Active Listing Contract Date: 2025-04-30 Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Currently Not Used

Homestead YN: Yes

Location, Tax, and Legal

Tax Account: 2515038 Parcel Number: 25-37-07-Cx-00000.0-0021.06 General County Location: Central Elementary School: Tropical Middle School: Jefferson High School: Merritt Island Tax Annual Amount: 11968.8 Tax Year: 2024 Tax Legal Description: BANANA RIVER DRIVE SUBD S 1/2 OF N 175 FT OF LOT 21 W OF NEW FOUND HARBOR DR Zoning Description: Residential Directions: 520 to Newfound Harbor Drive

General Property Information

Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: Yes Bathrooms Half: 1 Living Area: 5170 Living Area Source: Appraiser Building Area Total: 5780 Lot Size Acres: 0.69 Lot Size Square Feet: 30056 Accessibility Features YN: No Association YN: No New Construction YN: No Garage YN: Yes Garage Spaces: 3 Carport YN: Yes Carport Spaces: 1 Waterfront YN: Yes Water Body Name: Sykes Creek Water Frontage Feet: 87 Land Site Description: Waterfront Land Lease YN: No Senior Community YN: No CDD Fee YN: No Community Fee(s) YN: No Water Body Access YN: Yes Furnished: Negotiable Stories: 3 Entry Level: 1 Direction Faces: East Pool Private YN: Yes List Price/SqFt: 385.88 Bedrooms Total: 7 Bathrooms Total: 7 Bathrooms Full: 6 Year Built: 1990

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks: Welcome to Bella Vue - A One-of-a-Kind Waterfront Estate on Merritt Island Bella Vue is a custom contemporary masterpiece nestled on an expansive 0.69-acre direct waterfront lot along the serene and navigable Sykes Creek. Boasting over 5,170 square feet of refined living space, this estate offers five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, a three-car garage, a private dock, a luxurious pool, and a charming, detached Guest Cottage—all thoughtfully designed for comfort, elegance, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and panoramic water views from nearly every room in the home. A series of expansive decks provide the perfect perch for rocket launches, birdwatching, or simply relaxing as dolphins and manatees glide by. Inside, the open-concept floor plan is bright and welcoming, enhanced by custom architectural details, 10 foot and vaulted ceilings - allowing natural light to pour in from every angle.

Accessory Dwelling Information

Dwelling Type: Other ADU Attached Y/N: No Bathrooms: 2 Bedrooms: 2 Other: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Dryer: 1 Electric Range: 1 Electric Water Heater: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1 Washer/Dryer Stacked: 1

Architectural Style

Contemporary: 1 Mid-Century Modern: 1 Multi Generational: 1

Construction Materials

Block: 1 Frame: 1 Stucco: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1 Electric: 1 Multi Units: 1 Separate Meters: 1 Zoned: 1

Current Use

Residential: 1 Single Family: 1

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Exterior Features

Balcony: 1 Dock: 1

Fencing

Chain Link: 1 Wood: 1 Other: 1

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: 2 Other: 1

Flooring

Carpet: 1 Marble: 1 Tile: 1 Wood: 1

Heating

Central: 1 Electric: 1 Separate Meters: 1

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar: 1 Breakfast Nook: 1 Built-in Features: 1 Ceiling Fan(s): 1 Central Vacuum: 1 Entrance Foyer: 1 Guest Suite: 1 In-Law Floorplan: 1 Kitchen Island: 1 Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower: 1 Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower: 1 Smart Thermostat: 1 Vaulted Ceiling(s): 1 Walk-In Closet(s): 1

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup: 1 Lower Level: 1 Sink: 1 Washer Hookup: 1

Legal Details

Permission Granted to Advertise: Yes Plat Book #: 3 Plat Book Page: 11

Levels

Three Or More: 1

Listing Terms

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1

Lot Features

Irregular Lot: 1 Sprinklers In Front: 1 Sprinklers In Rear: 1

Other Structures

Guest House: 1

Parking Features

Additional Parking: 1 Attached: 1 Carport: 1 Circular Driveway: 1 Covered: 1 Garage: 1 Garage Door Opener: 1 Off Street: 1 RV Access/Parking: 1

Patio And Porch Features

Covered: 1 Deck: 1 Front Porch: 1 Patio: 1 Porch: 1 Screened: 1

Pets Allowed

Cats OK: 1 Dogs OK: 1

Pool Features

In Ground: 1 Salt Water: 1 Screen Enclosure: 1

Possession

Close Of Escrow: 1 Negotiable: 1

Power Production Type

Ownership: Third-Party Owned

Water Body Access Type

Navigable: 1 Owned: 1

Road Frontage Type

County Road: 1

Road Surface Type

Asphalt: 1 Paved: 1

Roof

Metal: 1 Other: 1

Security Features

24 Hour Security: 1 Fire Alarm: 1 Security Lights: 1 Security System Owned: 1 Smoke Detector(s): 1

Sewer

Septic Tank: 1

Special Listing Conditions

Owner Licensed RE: 1 Standard: 1

Utilities

Cable Available: 1 Cable Connected: 1 Electricity Available: 1 Electricity Connected: 1 Natural Gas Available: 1 Water Available: 1 Water Connected: 1

View

Intracoastal: 1 Pond: 1 Pool: 1 Water: 1 Other: 1

Water Source

Public: 1

Waterfront Features

Creek: 1 Intracoastal: 1 Navigable Water: 1 Ocean Access: 1 River Access: 1

Showing Requirements

Appointment Only: 1 Audio Surveillance: 1 Lockbox: 1 No Sign: 1 Showing Service: 1 Video Surveillance: 1

Showing Considerations

Occupied: 1 Security System: 1

Smart Home Features

Dishwasher: 1 Irrigation: 1 Locks: 1 Monitoring: 1 Oven: 1 Programmable Thermostat: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Security: 1 Smoke Detector: 1 Stove: 1

Property Condition

Updated/Remodeled: 1

Rental Restrictions

No Minimum: 1

Room Types

Bathroom: 1 Bathroom 3: 1 Bathroom 3 Level: First Bathroom 4: 1 Bathroom 4 Level: Second Bathroom 5: 1 Bathroom 5 Level: Second Bathroom Level: First Bedroom 2: 1 Bedroom 2 Level: First Bedroom 3: 1 Bedroom 3 Level: Second Bedroom 4: 1 Bedroom 4 Level: Second Bedroom 5: 1 Bedroom 5 Level: Second Dining Room: 1 Dining Room Level: First Family Room: 1 Family Room Level: Second Gym: 1 Gym Level: Second Kitchen: 1 Kitchen Level: First Living Room: 1 Living Room Level: First Office: 1 Office Level: First Primary Bathroom: 1 Primary Bathroom Level: Second Primary Bedroom: 1 Primary Bedroom Level: Second Other Room: 1 Other Room Level: First

Community Features

Fishing: 1 Street Lights: 1

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1495 Street Name: Newfound Harbor Street Suffix: Drive County: Brevard State: FL Postal Code: 32952 MLS Area Major: 254 - Newfound Harbor Subdivision Name: Banana River Drive Subd

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-03-25T16:31:26Z Major Change Type: Price Reduced Price Change Timestamp: 2026-03-25T16:31:26Z Status Change Timestamp: 2025-05-07

Property Features

Accessory Dwelling Information: Other Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Washer/Dryer Stacked Architectural Style: Contemporary; Mid-Century Modern; Multi Generational Construction Materials: Block; Frame; Stucco Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Multi Units; Separate Meters; Zoned Current Use: Residential; Single Family Exterior Features: Balcony; Dock Fencing: Chain Link; Wood; Other Fireplace Features: Other Flooring: Carpet; Marble; Tile; Wood Heating: Central; Electric; Separate Meters Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Central Vacuum; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Smart Thermostat; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Levels: Three Or More Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lot Features: Irregular Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Other Structures: Guest House Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Carport; Circular Driveway; Covered; Garage; Garage Door Opener; Off Street; RV Access/Parking Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Screened Pets Allowed: Cats OK; Dogs OK Pool Features: In Ground; Salt Water; Screen Enclosure Possession: Close Of Escrow; Negotiable Water Body Access Type: Navigable; Owned Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Rental Restrictions: No Minimum Road Frontage Type: County Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt; Paved Roof: Metal; Other Security Features: 24 Hour Security; Fire Alarm; Security Lights; Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Septic Tank Showing Requirements: Appointment Only; Audio Surveillance; Lockbox; No Sign; Showing Service; Video Surveillance Smart Home Features: Dishwasher; Irrigation; Locks; Monitoring; Oven; Programmable Thermostat; Refrigerator; Security; Smoke Detector; Stove Special Listing Conditions: Owner Licensed RE; Standard Utilities: Cable Available; Cable Connected; Electricity Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Water Available; Water Connected View: Intracoastal; Pond; Pool; Water; Other Water Source: Public Waterfront Features: Creek; Intracoastal; Navigable Water; Ocean Access; River Access Showing Considerations: Occupied; Security System Room Types: Bathroom; Bathroom 3; Bathroom 4; Bathroom 5; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Dining Room; Family Room; Gym; Kitchen; Living Room; Office; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom; Other Room Community Features: Fishing; Street Lights

Room Information

Living Room Level: First Office Level: First Remarks: Half Bath Dining Room Level: First Kitchen Level: First Remarks: Island, Large drawers, double ovens Other Level: First Remarks: Breakfast dining Bathroom Level: First Remarks: Half bath Family Room Level: Second Gym Level: Second Remarks: Balcony over looking Pond Primary Bedroom Level: Second Remarks: Sitting area and deck access with waterview Primary Bathroom Level: Second Remarks: Vanity, 2 sinks, 2 showers, 2 toilets, and Bidet Bedroom 2 Level: First Remarks: Guest with 3/4 bath, exterior exit door Bathroom 3 Level: First Remarks: 3/4 bath with exterior exit Bedroom 3 Level: Second Remarks: Water view and walk-in closet Bedroom 4 Level: Second Remarks: Balcony access and view of pond Bathroom 4 Level: Second Remarks: Separate Shower, Double Vanity, soaking tub Bedroom 5 Level: Second Remarks: Balcony access and view of pond Bathroom 5 Level: Second Remarks: 3/4 bath
Listing Office: Patricia Hoffman
Last Updated: April - 22 - 2026
Information is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed.

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