Those of you that know me know what a crazy foodie I am. I am always excited by new, innovative restaurants. Crush Eleven, the upscale-casual restaurant that I introduced you to in May of 2016 is moving to downtown Melbourne.Crush Eleven's is moving to the historic Flatiron Building that The Firehouse Restaurant and Lounge used to occupy. Crush Eleven owner Mona Foy says:"We're going to be super sad to leave Cocoa Village. We've made so many friends there. But we've got a really good customer base in Melbourne as well."The move is expected in mid-November with the Cocoa Village restaurant staying open until the day before the Melbourne location opens. Foy said that she wasn't looking to move, but the opportunity was too good to pass up. Said opportunity is with Federico Arocena who owns... 10/09/2017

Currently there are four homes for sale in Melbourne, Florida's popular 55+ gated community of Pine Creek.    This highly desirable newer community is located just off Eber Road and is only a short drive from major shopping areas, medical facilities, golf courses and more.  With easy access  to I-95 and US1 its just a short drive to anywhere in Brevard County!      List prices of homes for sale in this gated 55+ community range from $198,000 to $267,900.   All three units were built in the 2002-2004 time frame.  Square footage for these listings run from 1,335 to 1,992 sq.ft. under air. The two highest priced units are both 3 bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage while the third property for sale is listed for sale by Waters Realty of Brevard.     This home is located at 3613 Osceola Drive and i... 10/08/2017

 Crush Eleven, one of the most popular restaurants in Cocoa Village is moving to Historic Downtown Melbourne in the next couple of months. Crush Eleven is an upscale casual restaurant that includes a bar. The likely reason for the move to Melbourne is the more upscale feel to Historic downtown Melbourne, as well as the expansion of the bar area (from about 5 or 6 stools to around 25). Crush Eleven has a very distinct menu that offers dinner, Sunday brunch and an extensive wine list.The Melbourne location will be in the Flatiron Building at 927 E. New Haven Ave, 32901 (it is about a block away from my new office).  10/05/2017

Won't Last at $198,000! Melbourne, Florida's  highly desirable Pine Creek 55+ community is located just off Eber Road and is only a short drive from major shopping areas, restaurants and recereational venues.  Pine Creek's central Brevard County location is a short drive to the beach side communities as well as easy access to I-95 and US1.      What is currently for sale in the gated 55+ community of Pine Creek?   Currently there are three homes for sale in the gated Pine Creek subdivision. List prices of homes for sale in this gated 55+ community range from $198,000 to $265,000.   All three units were built in the 2002-2004 time frame.  Square footage for these listings run from 1,335 to 1,992 sq.ft. under air. The two highest priced units are both 3 bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage while ... 09/25/2017

Today is the day I move into my new Downtown Melbourne, FL office. I love the wonderful central location. It is close to everything. As I was searching I determined that I needed to have certain requirements for the office. 1. Stay off the beachside (too far from many parts of the area). 2. I wanted to be in a "destination area"  A place potential buyers and sellers would go all year long. Downtown has many festivals, restaurants and shops.3. I wanted easy access from all parts of the County. I am excited to be in the heart of everything :) FYI: The View out my front window!  08/31/2017

Sushi Factory II in Melbourne, FL is a hard place to review. It does not function as a normal sit down sushi restaurant...nor does it function as an all you can eat sushi buffet. Sushi Factory II is kind of a combo of both concepts,  and sort of works well as both.First, Sushi Factory II has your normal sushi style menu for either dine in or take-out. It also has an "all you can eat" menu with a twist. The all you can eat allows you to order anything (and everything) on the menu. (prices for lunch and dinner run from $14 to $23). The waitstaff will bring you small plates (4 pcs of whatever you order) and the twist is if you do not finish something on the plate you get charged an additional 50 cents per piece you left. This is designed to stop diners from ordering something, eating one p... 08/23/2017

Geographically Brevard County is about 80 miles north to south and runs along the Atlantic coast.   And if someone is considering a move to one of Brevard County's 55+ communities there are multiple choices to fit almost all budgets. The first key question to consider when it comes to moving to a Florida retirement community is "What are you looking for in that Florida retirement community?"  Is it shopping, restaurants, multiple golf courses, activities, entertainment, fitness centers, a cruise port nearby, low cost of living, total maintenance free living or just exterior maintenance, gated or (guard on site) or whatever. A second key question is "At what cost?" For example, consider these four outstanding 55+ communities in the Melbourne, Florida area:  Pine Creek, Grand Isle, Herita... 08/17/2017

I am always on the look for any good restaurant. I would love to find a great Mexican restaurant on the Space Coast...but I have often been (with very rare exception) disappointed. Fiesta Azteca in Melbourne, FL is another in a long line of average (though edible) Mexican restaurants. On the good side, Fiesta Azteca looks the part with a traditional look and feel. The food comes out fast and hot. The staff is very friendly and you will almost always find an available table in the large dining room. I ordered Mahi Tacos and my son ordered a traditional Quesadilla. The meal started with the traditional chips and salsa. The salsa was kinda bland with very little spice. The Mahi had little taste (they could have substituted and fish...it was all going to taste the same). My son liked his qu... 06/15/2017

Palm Realty's own Ruby Fallas has closed her listing of this beautiful home in the desirable Daintree Subdivison of Viera. This move in ready home was built in 2010 and was listed and closed at $325,000. Features included:    Gated community4 bedrooms                                                             3 bathrooms 2 car attached garage Over 2,000 square feet of living spaceGorgeous open concept kitchen with:     Slab granite countertops     Stainless steel appliance package     Breakfast barMaster bedroom with en suite 5 piece bath   New laminate flooringNew paint throughoutLarge screened in back porchManicured back yard If you have any questions about this stunning home you can reach Ruby Fallas at 321-795-9896. Ruby would be happy to help you will your Space Coast real estate... 06/09/2017

Palm Realty's own Ruby Fallas has listed another beautiful home in the desirable Daintree Subdivison of Viera West. This move in ready home was built in 2010 and is priced at $335,000. Features include:   Gated community4 bedrooms                                                             2 bathrooms 2 car attached garage Over 1,800 square feet of living spaceGorgeous open concept kitchen with:     Slab granite countertops     Stainless steel appliance package     Breakfast bar     Eat in kitchen     Pendant lightingMaster bedroom with en suite 5 piece bath   New paint throughoutLarge screened in back porchFenced in back yard If you have any questions about this lovely home you can reach Ruby Fallas at 321-795-9896. Ruby would be happy to set up a private showing for you! 06/07/2017

Palm Realty's own Colleen Webb has sold and closed her listing at  1395 Breeze Lane in Melbourne. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment, this affordable home closed at $156,000 and featured:                                                                          Nearly 1700 square feet of living space    4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2 car carport2 master bedrooms New kitchen with slab granite counter tops New white cabinetryAmple storage spaceNew roof under contractMature backyard with patio areaTile floors in living areas Whether you are looking to purchase a home or sell the one that you have call Colleen at 321-549-1656, Colleen would love to help you with your home needs! 06/07/2017

Palm Realty's own Veronica Callaghan has done it again! Veronica has closed 3005 Clearlake Drive which is a villa in the Weston Park development. This home SSSOLD at $190,000 and featured:                       3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1 car garage Over 1600 square feet of living spaceLocated on a lake closed to Wickham ParkThis meticulously cared for home went quickly because Veronica was on the ball and got her buyers into this home immediately! If you have any questions about this or any home available on Florida's beautiful Space Coast, please do not hesitate to Veronica Callaghan at 321-432-0362. Veronica would love to help you with all your Space Coast home needs!  05/26/2017

Palm Realty's own Veronica Callaghan has closed 1457 Albert Drive in Melbourne. This home listed for $145,000 and Veronica scored this home for her clients for $135,250! This home featured:                       3 bedrooms 2 bathroomsOver 1200 square feet of living space1 car carportConcrete block constructionScreened in, solar heated private poolTile Floors in the main living areasIf you have any questions about this classic Florida home, please do not hesitate to Veronica Callaghan at 321-432-0362. Veronica would love to help you with your Space Coast home needs! 05/26/2017

Palm Realty's own Patti Maniscalco has closed 4830 Decatur Circle in Melbourne! This home, located in Peachtree Landing listed for $200,000, sold for $205,000 and offered:       3 bedrooms                  2 bathroomsNearly 2000 square feet of living spaceLarge open concept eat in kitchenStainless steel appliance package2 car garage No carpet anywhere in the homeSpacious master with walk in closetsFenced in private back yardClose to major arteries Call Patti to speak to her regarding your home needs in Brevard or Indian River Counties. Patti can be reached at 541-480-4569,  she would love to hear from you! 05/25/2017

We have a really nice group of Italian restaurants here on the Space Coast. This might be because we have had (over the years) a rather large influx of Northeastern buyers...especially those from New York.Bella Luna (beautiful moon in Italian) Restaurant & Pizza is a small restaurant with some big flavors and a wonderful Melbourne/Suntree location!Here is the skinny (not a word I get to use often with Italian restaurants), Bella Luna is a great place to go for a casual dinner or family gathering. They offer a standard NYC Italian menu that includes my favorite meal...Eggplant Parmesan. The Pizza is thin NY style and they do a great job. I decided to order a personal lunch pizza for $7.00 (yes...the picture below is a "personal pizza)It was truly way too big for one person! I added eggpl... 05/16/2017

Summer Brook Lease!$1750 month This Melbourne Florida home will be ready to lease out in early June, 2017 3 bedrooms2 Full BathsOpen kitchen with breakfast barFireplaceFormal DiningSplit floorplanMaster Suite (includes separate tub/shower and walk in closet)Large fenced in backyard2 Car Attached GarageTile Floors throughout homeWasher/Dryer/Frig in homeYard Mowing included in rentPets Allowed on case by case basisHome is located on a Cul-De-Sac with Sidewalks.Near I-95, Restaurants, Shopping, Medical and more! The home feeds award winning Brevard County Schools including Satellite Beach High School, DeLaura Middle School and Sherwood Elementary. Call or email me for any additional info: 321.223.6253 or Jeff@WaveRealtyFL.com     04/24/2017

Palm Realty's Joel Mayer has closed 1674 Ficus Point Drive at Sawgrass at Suntree. This gorgeous family home was nestled in the back of Suntree's serene golf course community and closed at $254,000. This home truly was what everyone says is important when you buy a home. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This newly renovated home featured:                                                                               Over 1600 square feet of living space    3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2 car attached garageCBS constructionSplit floor planRemodeled kitchenNew flooring throughoutMaster suite with en suite 5 piece bath gated community Whether you are looking to purchase your new home or sell the one that you have, call Joel at 407-529-8700, Joel would love to help you with your home needs! 04/20/2017

OPEN HOUSESunday 12-3pm2690 Clydesdale Blvdoffered at $700,000This property has a long list of amenities for those looking for acreage or Horse Property. Here is a partial list of the amazing features this property has to offer: Inside:1. 4 Bedrooms2. Formal French Door Study3. Formal Dining4. Wood/Gas Fireplace5. Gourmet Kitchen6. Updated Master Bath7. Wood Flooring8. Split Floorplan9. Concrete Block Construction w/Cement Board10. Floored Attic StorageOutside:1. Lighted Riding Arena2. Beautiful Private Pond3. Concrete Block 4 Stall Barn w/Hurricane Shutters4. Vinyl Fencing5. 12x12 Barn Stalls6. Separate Storage Building7. Separate Driveway for Barn and House8. 3 Acre Property9. Close to Lake Washington Recreation Area  04/20/2017

Palm Realty's own Paul Davis has closed 2740 Revolution St, #101 in Melbourne. This waterfront townhome was located in the desirable Villas of Lake Washington and sold at $161,500 and featured:                               Fabulous waterfront location End unitOver 1500 square feet of living space    3 bedrooms2.5  bathrooms1 car attached garageCentraly locatedHOA fees under $200/monthCommunity PoolIf you are looking to purchase your new home or sell the one that you have, call Paul Davis 321-591-6313. Paul would love to help you find your next home!  04/16/2017

Palm Realty's own Veronica Callaghan has sold 3005 Clearlake Drive. This is a villa in the Weston Park development. This home was listed at $190,000 and featured:                       3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1 car garage Over 1600 square feet of living spaceLocated on a lake closed to Wickham ParkThis meticulously cared for home went quickly because Veronica was on the ball and got her buyers into this home quickly! If you have any questions about this or any home available on Florida's beautiful Space Coast, please do not hesitate to Veronica Callaghan at 321-432-0362. Veronica would love to help you with all your Space Coast home needs! 04/12/2017