Southwest Palm Bay locals can enjoy a relaxed suburban lifestyle, with a central location that makes destinations easily accessible and commutes short. Residents here have their pick of Palm Bay’s many eateries, and they’ll be just a short drive away from activities on the water. Many head to the Indian River or one of the nearby beaches to enjoy some time in the sun. Parks are scattered throughout the Palm Bay area, ranging from McGriff Park’s skate park to Turkey Creek Sanctuary’s hiking trails that meander through sand pine scrubs. Locals also enjoy their proximity to Palm Bay’s many engineering companies and schools in the Brevard Public School District. Homes ranging from ranch-style properties to newer, contemporary builds fill the streets here, and prices are lower than in other nearby areas like Melbourne and Viera. “Palm Bay is a land of opportunity,” says Joey Guest, a Realtor with eXp Realty with more than 15 years of experience in the area. “Investors are rapidly building new constructions, and there’s so much space available that it seems like the pricing will be consistent for years to come.”
Ranch-style properties and new constructions
Properties here range from 1990s ranch-style homes to newer, contemporary builds that sometimes feature sharp, asymmetrical geometric lines. They sit on moderately sized lots, often giving residents ample space for additions, and go for upwards of $250,000 to upwards of $400,000, depending on their size, age and location. Lots are also often available. Southwest Palm Bay is further inland than some of its surrounding areas, making residents less likely to be impacted by flooding and hurricanes, but because of Florida’s high winds and hurricane-prone weather, many homes feature hurricane shutters, and some even have metal roofs to protect from the wind. Southwest Palm Bay is also home to some planned communities like the Brentwood Lakes Estates gated community, which features contemporary two-bedroom properties centered around two small lakes. Streets are narrow here and sometimes don’t have sidewalks, but residents can take advantage of the attached garages that most properties have. Many homes don’t have HOA requirements, and Guest says, “If homes aren’t in an HOA, there’s a good chance that they will be on septic.”
Brentwood Lake Estates offers contemporary properties by small lakes.
Ranch-style properties are common here.
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Children can enjoy Griff Park's playground.
Skate park, paintball and sanctuaries
Locals here easily access the greater Palm Bay area’s many parks. Skaters will want to check out the skate park at McGriff Park, and kids can enjoy the playground there. Those wanting to challenge their friends to a friendly paintball or airsoft match can head to Palm Bay Paintball Park to take advantage of the 9 acres of playable land. Palm Bay’s Turkey Creek Sanctuary is another favorite among locals. Visitors can hike or bike on trails that wind through sand pine scrub communities or make their way to the creek to try to spot manatees and otters. The sanctuary is part of the Great Florida Birding Trail, making it a hotspot for birdwatchers. Canoers can spend the day on St. John’s River at the Three Forks Conservation Area, and hunters can try to catch animals like waterfowl during hunting season. The Port Malabar Rifle and Pistol Club is in Southwest Palm Bay, making it a great spot for anyone wanting to practice their aim.
Palm Bay’s wide selection of shopping and dining opportunities
Locals can pick up groceries at Walmart or grab their essentials from Publix at the Bayside Lakes Shopping Center. Those wanting to go the mall can grab a friend and head to the Palm Bay West’s stores. To eat out, locals have their pick of Palm Bay’s many eateries. Copper Chimney Grill & Bar patrons can watch sports while enjoying classic American cuisine. The bar hosts weekly events like pool tournaments, bar bingo and comedy shows. Jamrock Bar & Grill is another local favorite. Diners can enjoy generous portions of authentic Jamaican food at this laid-back establishment. On a night out, many Southwest Palm Bay locals will head toward waterfront establishments on the Indian River, like the Shack Riverfront Restaurant & Outback Tiki Bar, to enjoy dinner, drinks and live music with a view of the river.
Locals can head to Walmart to get their groceries.
Copper Chimney Grill & Bar patrons can enjoy happy hour specials and live music.
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Students can enroll in Jupiter Elementary.
Brevard Public School District
Students here can enroll in the Brevard Public School District, which is ranked as the 25th best public school district in Florida by Niche. Juniper Elementary received a B-minus rating from Niche, while Central Middle and Bayside High received B ratings. The high school is ranked as the 14th best public high school in Brevard County, and it features career and technical education programs in fields like culinary arts and digital design.
Easy access to Palm Bay’s amenities and employers
Public transportation is not easily accessible, so Southwest Palm Bay is car dependent. Locals here are just a drive away from many of Palm Bay and the surrounding cities’ amenities. The Melbourne Orlando International Airport is around 14 miles away, and Health First’s Palm Bay Hospital is about 10 miles away. Locals here can also enjoy short commutes to some of the area’s biggest employers. Palm Bay is home to many technology and engineering companies like L3Harris, which is around 12 miles away from Southwest Palm Bay, and ISO Group, which is about 13 miles away. On a day off, locals can head to one of the nearby beaches like Melbourne Beach, which is around a 19-mile drive away or check out establishments near the Indian River, some of which are around 12 miles away. Residents here can also watch a rocket launch at the Kennedy Space Center, which is about 68 miles away via Interstate 95, and Orlando is 80 miles away via I-95 and Florida 528.
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Parks in this Area
Patrick Woodard Memorial Park
McGriff Park
Palm Bay Dog Park
Inspiration Park
Mcgriff Park
Bayside Lakes Community Tennis Courts & Sports Playground
Lake
Pool
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Melbourne Orlando International
32 min drive
Bus
Malabar Rd & Sutherland Dr (Sw Corner)
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Malabar Rd & Madalyn Landing
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Palm Bay West Shopping Center
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Malabar Rd & Ware Ave (Se Corner)
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Minton Rd & Malabar Rd (Se Corner)
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Malabar Rd & Jupiter Blvd (Se Corner)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southwest Palm Bay
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Palm Bay, Palm Bay sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southwest Palm Bay, Palm Bay over the last 12 months is $339,832, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,385
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,517
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,031
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
54°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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