Addison Cove
Studio-1 BR · $975-$1,400
✓ Among the most affordable rents on the island, starting under $1,000
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Merritt Island rental-market research
Compare Apartments in Merritt Island, FL
3 property profiles · Compare recorded details, advertised rents and editorial feedback summaries where available.
Merritt Island is a large barrier-island community in Brevard County sandwiched between the Indian and Banana rivers, with a rental market that ranges from budget studios to an age-restricted 55+ community. Most apartment stock sits along the Courtenay Pkwy corridor that runs the length of the island.
Rents on Merritt Island remain more affordable than beachside Brevard County communities as of mid-2026, though prices have crept up across all three of the island's main apartment complexes over the past two years.
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| Complex | Neighborhood | Beds | Advertised rents | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Cove | Studio-1 BR | $975-$1,400 | — | |
| Costa Vue Apartments | Studio-2 BR | $1,049-$1,600 | — | |
| The Lenox at Merritt Island | 1-2 BR | $1,425-$1,900 | — |
Rents are approximate, from public listings at the research date — confirm with the property.
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Costa Vue Apartments
Studio-2 BR · $1,049-$1,600
✓ Entry-level pricing for the area, starting near $1,000 for a studio
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The Lenox at Merritt Island
1-2 BR · $1,425-$1,900
✓ Age-qualified (55+) community with an unusually deep amenity list, including housekeeping and free scheduled transportation
✕ Age restrictions make it a fit for a narrower slice of renters, not families or younger adults
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Florida renter essentials
Renters insurance is not optional here. Many Florida leases require it, and standard policies generally do not cover flood damage — that may require separate coverage, even in an apartment. Before signing, look up the building's flood zone on FEMA's flood map service and ask which evacuation zone it sits in.
Ask about the real monthly cost. A recurring theme in public resident feedback is fee stacking: valet trash, common-area electric, mandatory bulk internet, pest control, admin and tech fees. Get the full itemized monthly figure in writing before you apply.
Tour with the AC running and ask about hurricanes. Humidity control is the difference between a fine unit and a moldy one; ask how old the AC is. And ask directly how the building handled the last major storm — communities that performed well say so happily, and reviewers call out the ones that didn't.
How this apartment research is made
How we build these pages: we examine publicly available resident feedback from sources such as Google, ApartmentRatings, Yelp and Reddit, then summarize recurring themes in our own words. We don't copy review text or display third-party star ratings. Paid partner modules are labeled and do not alter the editorial summary. Trade-offs reflect what residents report — experiences vary. Rent ranges come from public listings and change often; always confirm current pricing, fees and policies with the property directly.
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