Chris "Hammy" Hamilton, Realtor / Property Manager

09/17/2026

🏡 BRE​​VARD COUNTY RENTAL MARKET UPDATE 🔑📊

The August 2026 rental numbers are in, and there’s a lot for Brevard County rental owners to like.

📍 1,313 active rental listings
🆕 644 new rental listings
🤝 489 properties leased/closed
💰 $2,000 median closed rent
📉 2.69 months of rental inventory
🎯 Closed rentals received 99.1% of their original asking rent
📅 30-day median cumulative market time

Here’s the number that really caught our attention:

Rental inventory is sitting at just 2.69 months, compared with approximately 3.85 months in August 2025.

That points to a tighter rental market than we had a year ago.

BUT... that doesn’t mean rental owners should simply raise the rent as high as possible. 👀

Properties are leasing very close to asking price, but the average cumulative market time is still around 60 days.

And vacancy gets expensive FAST.

On a $2,000/month rental, one month of vacancy costs $2,000 in lost rent before you even factor in turnover, cleaning, maintenance, utilities or other expenses.

That’s why we believe the goal shouldn’t be the highest possible rent.

💡 The goal is the best NET RETURN.

That means:

✅ Pricing accurately for the property's specific market
✅ Keeping great tenants when the numbers make sense
✅ Presenting the property properly
✅ Minimizing unnecessary vacancy
✅ Understanding what competing rentals are actually doing
✅ Managing expenses alongside rental income

Brevard rentals are moving.

The opportunity for owners is there.

The right pricing, the right tenant and the right management strategy can make all the difference. 🏠🔑

Thinking about renting your property? Already have a rental and wondering whether your current rent is where it should be?

📞 Call RLL Property Management Services at (321) 622-5106.

We’ll help you look at the numbers and determine what makes sense for YOUR property.

🇺🇸 Veteran Owned
📍 Serving Brevard County

RLL Real Estate Group
Property Management Services

09/16/2026

🏡 BRE​​VARD COUNTY RENTAL MARKET UPDATE 🔑📊

The August 2026 rental numbers are in, and there’s a lot for Brevard County rental owners to like.

📍 1,313 active rental listings
🆕 644 new rental listings
🤝 489 properties leased/closed
💰 $2,000 median closed rent
📉 2.69 months of rental inventory
🎯 Closed rentals received 99.1% of their original asking rent
📅 30-day median cumulative market time

Here’s the number that really caught our attention:

Rental inventory is sitting at just 2.69 months, compared with approximately 3.85 months in August 2025.

That points to a tighter rental market than we had a year ago.

BUT... that doesn’t mean rental owners should simply raise the rent as high as possible. 👀

Properties are leasing very close to asking price, but the average cumulative market time is still around 60 days.

And vacancy gets expensive FAST.

On a $2,000/month rental, one month of vacancy costs $2,000 in lost rent before you even factor in turnover, cleaning, maintenance, utilities or other expenses.

That’s why we believe the goal shouldn’t be the highest possible rent.

💡 The goal is the best NET RETURN.

That means:

✅ Pricing accurately for the property's specific market
✅ Keeping great tenants when the numbers make sense
✅ Presenting the property properly
✅ Minimizing unnecessary vacancy
✅ Understanding what competing rentals are actually doing
✅ Managing expenses alongside rental income

Brevard rentals are moving.

The opportunity for owners is there.

The right pricing, the right tenant and the right management strategy can make all the difference. 🏠🔑

Thinking about renting your property? Already have a rental and wondering whether your current rent is where it should be?

📞 Call RLL Property Management Services at (321) 622-5106.

We’ll help you look at the numbers and determine what makes sense for YOUR property.

🇺🇸 Veteran Owned
📍 Serving Brevard County

RLL Real Estate Group
Property Management Services

09/16/2026

August Brevard County Real Estate Update 🏡📊

The newest official numbers are in from the Space Coast Association of REALTORS®, and Brevard continues to be a market where strategy matters.

Single-family homes:
🏠 853 homes sold in August
📉 Closed sales down 4.2% from last year
💰 Median sale price: $376,018, up 1.7%
📦 Inventory: just 3.5 months, down 22.2%
📈 New listings up 2.8%
📝 New pending sales down 2.4%
Townhomes & condos:
🏢 214 closed sales, up 10.9%
📝 Pending sales up 7.8%
📉 New listings down 10.4%
💰 Median sale price: $270,000, up 1.9%
📦 Inventory dropped to 5.8 months, down 27.5%

So what does this really mean?

For sellers, there is still substantially less inventory than there was a year ago, but buyers remain selective. Low inventory does not mean buyers will overpay.
Pricing, presentation, condition and marketing still matter.

For buyers, more single-family listings are entering the market, but overall supply remains tight.

And one of the most interesting stories right now? 👀

Brevard’s condo and townhouse market showed stronger momentum in August, with higher sales, higher pending activity and fewer new listings.

The market isn’t frozen.

It isn’t exploding.

It’s selective.

And in a selective market, the right strategy can make all the difference.
📲 Thinking about buying or selling in Brevard County?

Let’s look at what the numbers mean for your specific property and neighborhood.

Christopher Hamilton
RLL Real Estate Group
Veteran Owned 🇺🇸
Serving Brevard County

09/11/2026

We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001—in New York, at the Pentagon, and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

We honor the courage of first responders, rescue and recovery workers, and everyday people who stepped forward to help. We hold the families, survivors, and all who continue to live with the impact of that day in our thoughts.

Behind every name is a life, a family, and a story that deserves to be remembered.

We remember. Always.

09/01/2026

Only one day remains to cast a vote for the Board of Directors at the Space Coast Association of Realtors.

For me, this campaign is about listening to members, respecting their perspectives, and helping them feel heard and represented. I believe leadership should be professional, caring, collaborative, and focused on serving others.

My message is simple: listen, lead, and serve.

Voting ends September 2. If you are eligible to vote, I would be honored to have your support.

09/01/2026

🖤💛

🔥 PALM BAY RENTAL ALERT — ROOM TO LIVE, WORK & PLAY! 🏡

📍 1236 Buffing Circle SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909
💰 $2,100/month

🛏 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 1,724 sq. ft.
🚗 2-car garage
🌴 Large fenced backyard
🌤 Spacious screened porch
🍳 Bright kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry and generous counter space
🧺 Washer and dryer included

This well-maintained, single-story brick home gives you comfortable indoor living and the outdoor space Florida days were made for. French doors connect the dining area to the screened porch, while the mature trees and fenced yard create plenty of room to relax and recharge. ✨

📲 Want to see it? Send us a DM or call Christopher Hamilton at 321-289-2301.

👇 Comment “BUFFING” for details, save this post and share it with someone looking for a Palm Bay rental!

🐾 Ask about pet options. Availability and terms are subject to verification.

09/01/2026

Every voice matters when selecting the next Board of Directors at the Space Coast Association of Realtors.

I’m running because I believe strong leadership begins with listening. I want members to feel heard, respected, and represented, and I believe collaboration is essential to serving our real estate community effectively.

My message is simple: listen, lead, and serve. I would be honored to bring a professional, caring, and people-first approach to the Board of Directors.

Voting is open through September 2. I would sincerely appreciate your vote and the opportunity to serve.

08/31/2026

🌟 **MISSION MONDAY: OPENING DOORS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION** 🌟

This week, the Space Coast Association of REALTORS® Foundation is shining a spotlight on **The Hub**—a Brevard County nonprofit helping young people and families find community, mentorship, opportunity, and connection. 💚

Through action sports, youth programs, leadership development, and character-building activities, The Hub helps local youth build confidence, discover their potential, and become community leaders.

🎥 Watch **The Hub Spot** and learn more:
https://youtube.com/shorts/nKObiF8jLjM?si=JxDTletNra0bnZZA

🎟️ **JOIN US FOR THE 15TH ANNUAL GALA & RAFFLE**
✨ *Opening Doors to Hope* ✨

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰ 6:30–10:00 PM
📍 Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
🎫 Tickets: $100 each

Your ticket includes admission for one, one raffle entry, complimentary food, auction access, a DJ dance party, and cash bars.

🏆 Grand Prize: **$15,000**
🥈 Second Prize: **$1,500**
🥉 Third Prize: **$1,500**

Proceeds benefit the Space Coast Association of REALTORS® Foundation and its work supporting Brevard’s children and families in need.

🎟️ Purchase your ticket:
https://bit.ly/26BCINGALA

Help us celebrate 15 years of giving back! Tag someone you would bring, share this post, and join us as we continue Opening Doors to Hope. 🏠❤️

08/27/2026

😳❤️🖤💛

🏖️ BEACHSIDE ESTATE LOT — FULLY PERMITTED & READY TO BUILD

An incredible opportunity just steps from the Atlantic in Cape Canaveral!

📍 611 Washington Avenue, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
💰 $679,000

This 0.22-acre / 9,583 SF homesite offers something increasingly hard to find beachside: **approved custom architectural plans and an active building permit already in hand.**

The permitted design calls for a stunning 3-story coastal residence featuring:

✨ 4,889 SF heated living area
✨ 6,597 SF under roof
✨ 7,033 SF total construction
✨ Private elevator serving all three levels
✨ Expansive decks, balconies & outdoor living areas
✨ Ocean views from upper levels
✨ Approximately 100 steps to the beach
✨ No HOA
✨ Approved site plan
✨ Front-row access to rocket launches and all the excitement surrounding the Space Coast

Instead of starting from scratch with design, approvals and permitting, this property gives you the opportunity to move forward with a spectacular custom coastal estate in one of Cape Canaveral’s most desirable beachside locations.

🌴 Build your dream coastal home just steps from the sand.

For plans, property information or additional details, contact:

Paul Henry Loftis
RLL Real Estate Group
📞 321-544-1487
📧 [email protected]