Category: moving to Palm Bay

surf fishing watching a rocket launch

Is Florida’s Space Coast A Good Place To Retire?

June 26, 2026

Florida is often marketed as the perfect retirement paradise, but the reality depends a lot on where in Florida you decide to live.

When most people think about retirement in Florida, they picture warm weather, beaches, golf courses, and a slower pace of life. While you can certainly find all of those things on Florida’s Space Coast, retirement here may look very different than retirement in places like Naples, Sarasota, The Villages, Tampa, or South Florida. … More Is Florida’s Space Coast A Good Place To Retire?

Brevard Housing Market| Beachside Is Heating Up

May 15, 2026

Our spring market is kicking in, and we are seeing some interesting numbers across the Space Coast. Inventory is trending down across the county. Sales are trying to break the declining trend we have been seeing since 2021. An interesting trend I see from April’s numbers is what’s happening Beachside with the condo market.  … More Brevard Housing Market| Beachside Is Heating Up

Is Rockledge Florida Underrated… or a Mistake? (2026 Relocation Guide)

May 8, 2026

Rockledge is one of the most overlooked areas on the Space Coast… and depending on what you’re looking for, that could either be a big advantage or a deal breaker.
It’s not as talked about as Viera, and it doesn’t have the same draw as beachside areas like Cocoa Beach… but for a lot of relocation buyers, Rockledge ends up being one of the more practical options.
… More Is Rockledge Florida Underrated… or a Mistake? (2026 Relocation Guide)

Map showing Patrick Space Force Base with Eric Larkin pointing at the location

PCSing To Patrick Space Force Base? Where to Live and What to Avoid

May 1, 2026

Just got PCS orders to Patrick Space Force Base? Most people moving here pick the wrong area for one simple reason… so in this post, I’m going to break down what you need to know before you decide where to live. And it really comes down to your daily commute… because what looks close on a map here can feel a lot farther when you’re driving it every day. … More PCSing To Patrick Space Force Base? Where to Live and What to Avoid

Living On The Space Coast Full Time: This Might Not Be For You

April 24, 2026

Living on Florida’s Space Coast sounds like a dream. Beach days, rocket launches, sunshine year-round. It feels like paradise. But once you actually live here full-time, there are a few things that can catch people off guard. If you’re thinking about making the move, here are some of the biggest things you might not expect. … More Living On The Space Coast Full Time: This Might Not Be For You

Cocoa Beach Or Melbourne? Which Is Right For You?

April 10, 2026

If you’re relocating to the Space Coast, there’s a good chance your search is coming down to two very different places… Cocoa Beach and Melbourne. On paper, they’re only about 15 to 20 minutes apart. But how you live day to day in each one can feel completely different.
This isn’t about which city is better. It’s about which one actually fits your lifestyle.
… More Cocoa Beach Or Melbourne? Which Is Right For You?