#266632, Michael T Merrill, Listing office: Douglas Elliman Florida LLC
$11,750,000 List price
596 Ocean Rd Vero Beach, FL 32963
5 beds
5 full, 2 partial
7,448 sqft
$1,578 / sqft
House
Property details
About 596 Ocean Rd
This private luxury estate resonates with cool, soothing ocean breezes and expansive ocean views. Located in unequaled John's Island, enjoy sunrises and moonrises that evade time. Take a sandy morning stroll along the beach, or just watch the tide roll away. A one-time cover and feature story for Vero Beach Magazine, this home features a newer pool & decking, barrel tile roof, dune crossover walk, and an 80 ft balcony, railings and stone with floor to ceiling windows and sliders. Elevator, travertine marble floors, guest quarters and fireplace complete this Mediterranean beauty. Rmszappr
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ActiveUnderContract)
(ActiveUnderContract)
CoolingElectric
Size7,448 sqft
Year built1989
ParkingAttached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #287961
Attached garage3 spaces
WaterfrontOcean Access, Ocean Front
ViewOcean
Private poolYes
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Marble, Tile
- Interior: Wet Bar, Crown Molding, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Waterfront: Ocean Access, Ocean Front
- View: Ocean
- Exterior: Balcony
- Architectural Style: Two Story
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Electric
- List Price: $11,750,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,577
- Annual Tax Amount: $76,634
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Waterfront
- Directions: North on A1A to Johns Island Main Gate East Side. Take Left past Guard Gate. 596 on right.
- Year Built: 1989
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 7,448 SqFt
- MLS Number: 287961
- MLS Name: IndianRiver
- Office Name: Dale Sorensen Real Estate Inc.
- Office Phone: (772) 766-5505
- Listing Agent: Barry Bocklet
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 02, 2005 | Home Sold | $7,900,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,545,248 | $76,634 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
North County Charter School
Public Charter KG-5
2.7 mi
•6640 Old Dixie Hwy
3
St. Peter's Academy
Public Charter KG-6
4.3 mi
•4250 38th Ave
7
Beachland Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.4 mi
•3350 Indian River Dr E
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $144,408. Most Vero Beach, FL residents have annual incomes $200k+. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
17%
<35k
16%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
40%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
38%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
59%
Married, No Kids
2%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
1%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
1%
18-34 yrs old
20%
35-64 yrs old
76%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Skiing/snowboarding
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
BJs Wholesale Club
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Cracker Barrel
Panera
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
Lexus
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Oldies
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 596 Ocean Rd
The listing price of 596 Ocean Rd property is $11,750,000.
The property 596 Ocean Rd is a house located in Vero Beach, Florida, 32963.
Accepting Backup Offers: 596 Ocean Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 596 Ocean Rd are: North County Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), St. Peter's Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Beachland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gifford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Storm Grove Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sebastian Charter Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Indian River Virtual Instruction Program (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Alternative Center for Education (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Vero Beach High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $76,634 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 2, 2005 for $7,900,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 596 Ocean Rd has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 596 Ocean Rd is 7,448 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 596 Ocean Rd is 1989.
This home is located at 596 Ocean Rd in Vero Beach, FL and zip code 32963 in the John's Island neighborhood. This 7,448 square foot home was built in 1989. Features: 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $11,750,000.
While more than 26 listings in Vero Beach, FL in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 51 listings sold at asking price, and more than 253 were sold below. The number of listings in Vero Beach, FL increased by 2.6% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 105 days, the median list price was $400,055.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.