Titusville FL Real Estate and Community Information
City of Titusville, Florida - "Where Space Meets Nature"
 The beautiful waterfront community of Titusville, Florida is a popular Florida resort. The city of Titusville, FL describes the itself as "A city with no limits, rich in tradition, peaceful lifestyles and great opportunities."
Titusville, Florida is the oldest community on the Indian River, founded in 1867 and incorporated in 1887. Titusville is also the County Seat for Brevard County. The city is just five miles west of the Kennedy Space Center, across the Indian River. Called "Space City, USA,", Titusville is host to the worlds premier location for technological advancement at the Kennedy Space Center. Space truly meets nature in Titusville, FL with the Space Center co-existing with the pristine beaches and natural habitat at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and the Canaveral National Seashore.
Titusville is in the north section of Brevard County just miles from Port Canaveral, FL, Daytona Beach, FL and Cocoa Beach, FL. Titusville, FL is 40 miles west of Orlando and can be reached via several different routes. It is directly off of Interstate 95 at exit 79 and 80. Other routes are U.S. Highway 1 or Highway 50 and State Roads 528 or 408.
Titusville, Florida can also be reached by Greyhound Bus Lines and by air. There are three international airports serving Titusville in nearby Melbourne, FL, Orlando, FL and Daytona Beach, FL. The Space Coast Regional Airport and the Arthur Dunn Airpark are regional airports that also service the Titusville area.
The public transportation system for Titusville is provided by the Space Coast Area Transit System.
There were nearly 41,000 residents in the city as per the 2000 census which equaled just over 17,000 households. Of those households nearly two-thirds were homeowners. The city has a variety of housing units but the majority of homes are single family units. Currently there are four subdivisions under construction which will add another 234 homes. One of those subdivisions will feature multi-family units as well. Entry level homes in the greater Titusville area begins about $80,000 and the market tops out around $400,000. Contact me for more information on homes in Titusville.
Business in Titusville, Florida offers a wide range of products and services. The city promotes a smart growth plan to increase business, industry and residential areas while maintaining a balance that will continue to provide a quality lifestyle and atmosphere that has made Titusville, FL a great place to live since its beginnings.
 The Jess Parrish Medical Center serves the greater Titusville, FL area. The hospital is affiliated with the top ranking cancer and heart research centers in the nation. The hospital was built in 2002 and is already considered one of America's finest healing environments.
The safety and well being of the community are in the safe hands of the city's Police and Fire Departments. The Titusville Police Department is considered to be one of the leading law enforcement agencies in the state. The Department credits its success to its strong relationship with the community it serves and its total commitment to have the highest trained and the most dedicated professional men and women on its force.
The Titusville Fire Department provides fire and emergency services. Their motto "Service doesn't come from a manual...It comes from the heart" reflects their dedication and commitment to the people of Titusville and its visitors.
The educational needs of the city are served by the Brevard Public School System. There are eight elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools in Titusville. There are two Charter Schools in Titusville: Sculptur Elementary and North Area Adult Education. Brevard Public Schools offers parents a school choice with the new Millennium Elementary Schools of Choice. The schools offer choice of location, curriculum and programs. The city's schools consistently rank in the top academic scores in national testing.
Higher education is provided by Brevard Community College - Titusville Campus and the nearby University of Central Florida - Cocoa Campus. There are several other higher learning institutions located within a 50 mile radius of the city.
Historic downtown along the scenic Indian River shoreline offers a small town atmosphere amid a variety of specialty shops from arts and crafts to consignment stores. After relaxing and enjoying a good meal at one of the popular eateries mosey on over to one of the nearby antique stores, art galleries or for the true shopping enthusiast you can 'shop til you drop' at the Miracle City Mall or the Sears Town Mall.
History buffs can visit the museums or take a historic self-guided walking tour along public walkways where the history of Titusville is revealed on descriptive panels or take a historic space walk along the Space Walk of Fame and Museum. There is even an archaeological site to be explored.
Why not take in a play at the Titusville Playhouse - the Emma Parrish Theatre which produces six major productions each year or take a drive down U.S. Hwy 1 and see the Avenue of Flags. The Avenue of Flags was created as part of the celebration celebrationsin 1976; the 250 flags have flown continuously since 1990.
Within a mile of the historic downtown district is the Titusville , FL Municipal Marina with a large seawall for viewing manatee and other marine life. You can also enjoy the 27 miles of undeveloped pristine beaches and all the accompanying water-sports or just enjoy a relaxing day of sun-bathing.
Titusville, Florida is a fisherman's paradise and is known as the Redfish Capital of the World. It is also ranked as one of the best birding areas in the state of Florida and is host to the annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival. Speaking of festivals the city and community organizations host several special events throughout the year.
The city is also home to three championship golf courses, 2 resorts and a public course. You can go skydiving at the Dunn Airpark or experience the wonders of nature while horseback riding, camping or taking an eco-tour. Titusville also has several animal exhibits where you can view gators, flamingos, monkey and many other types of wildlife.
Titusville, FL offers over 200 acres of park land there are neighborhood parks, community parks and regional parks featuring picnic areas, bike paths, nature paths, boat ramps, playgrounds, tennis and racquetball courts and much more! Two parks of special interest are the Sandpoint Park with the Challenger Memorial and Space View Park with a Veteran's Memorial commemorating each war in which the United States has participated.
Most days of the year Titusville, Florida is a quaint quiet town even during tourist season but this changes dramatically when a launch is scheduled. a launch is a home town event since so many of the residents work at the Kennedy Space Center as well as a tourist attraction. One of the best sites in town to view a launch is Veteran's Park but there are many other sites as well.
If you have never visited Titusville, Florida you have missed a real treat and some of the most exciting experiences in one of the most tranquil vacation spots in the world. There are so many places to go and things to do in and around Titusville plus all the special events, hometown facilities and recreation centers. Much more than most vacation areas, throughout the world! So here is an invitation: make an very fun To-Do List of all the adventures you want to experience in historic Titusville. Here is another invitation: Titusville, FL is a wonderful place to experience a unique quality of life so contact me for up-to-date information on current market conditions and homes that are available in Titusville, Florida. You will be very happy that you did!
Titusville Attractions
Astronaut Planetarium & Observatory
Florida Solar Energy Center
Kennedy Space Center
Space and Missile Museum
U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame
Brevard Zoo
Black Point Wildlife Drive
Cape Canaveral Seashore
Enchanted Forest Sanctuary
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
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