Baytree Homes for Sale
Guard-gated golf community with Gary Player course and established oak-canopied neighborhoods.
Homes for sale in Baytree
Inside Baytree
Baytree is a 461-home guard-gated community in Suntree within Brevard County’s master-planned Viera area. Built in phases from 1998 through 2010, the subdivision centers on Baytree National Golf Links, a Gary Player Signature 18-hole course that operates as a semi-private facility open to residents and the general public. The streetscape features mature oak trees, substantial fairway frontage, and a design optimized for golf-cart transportation-a defining characteristic of the established community.
Homes range from 2,200 to 4,500 square feet and reflect 1990s and 2000s construction. Architecture emphasizes Mediterranean and Florida traditional styles, with custom and semi-custom builds from prominent builders including Armstrong Custom Homes and Arthur Rutenberg Homes. Home prices on recent sales cluster around a $699,000 median, ranging from the mid-$200,000s to $950,000 depending on golf frontage and lot size. Lots are typically 0.20 to 0.50 acres, substantially larger than newer Viera neighborhoods.
Baytree residents sit inside attendance areas mapped by Brevard Public Schools, starting at the elementary level. The middle and high school years continue under that same zoning. The community is governed by both a Baytree Community Association (BCA) and a Community Development District (CDD), with combined HOA fees of $75-$250 per month plus a $2,600 annual CDD assessment, the highest in Viera. The Baytree National clubhouse anchors social life, offering a restaurant, bar, pro shop, tennis facility, and fitness room. On-site amenities include a heated pool, tennis courts, playground, and pavilion.
The demographic skews older and affluent (50+), with a substantial second-home and snowbird population. Baytree is surrounded by protected wetlands and nature preserves, and the gated entrance on Wickham Road provides 24/7 manned security. Build-out is essentially complete, with occasional teardown-and-rebuild activity on premium fairway lots. The community draws interest from golfers, with established streets, mature landscaping, a security-conscious layout, and access to a high-quality golf facility.
The facts
Frequently asked
What is the price range for homes in Baytree?
Recent home sales in Baytree median around $699,000, with a range from the mid-$200,000s to $950,000. Homes typically span 2,200 to 4,500 square feet. Prices vary significantly based on golf-course frontage; fairway-facing homes command a 10-15% premium over interior lots. For current listings and pricing, contact a Market Connect Realty agent.
Is Baytree a gated community?
Yes, Baytree is a fully gated community with manned 24/7 security at its main entrance off Wickham Road. Residents receive vehicle transponders for automated gate access. Both front and rear gated entrances require registration with the Visitor Management System. The gated design is central to the community's security and privacy appeal.
What schools are zoned for Baytree?
Baytree students are zoned to an elementary campus within the Brevard County school system. Their middle school and high school campuses are likewise operated by Brevard Public Schools. The high school assigned to Baytree is one of the public high schools run by Brevard Public Schools. Verify current school assignments with Brevard County Public Schools before purchase.
What are the HOA fees in Baytree?
Baytree has two distinct fee components: HOA fees range from $75-$250 per month depending on the sub-section and whether lawn maintenance is bundled, plus a Community Development District (CDD) assessment of approximately $2,600 annually. Combined monthly costs typically run $300-$470 before mortgage and optional golf membership.
What amenities does Baytree offer?
Baytree National Golf Club is the signature amenity-a Gary Player Signature 18-hole course with a clubhouse restaurant, bar, pro shop, tennis facility, and fitness room. Community amenities include a heated pool, tennis courts, playground, pavilion, and walking trails. The golf course operates semi-privately and is open to residents and public members.
How many homes are in Baytree?
Baytree consists of 461 homes organized into eight neighborhoods: Arundel, Balmoral/Southpointe, Chatsworth Hamlet, Kingswood, Saddleworth, Turnberry, Windsor, and Isles of Baytree. Most homes were built between the late 1990s and 2010; build-out is essentially complete.
Is short-term rental allowed in Baytree?
Short-term rental policies in Baytree are established in the community deed restrictions and governed by Baytree Community Association covenants. Contact Fairway Management of Brevard at 321-777-7575 or the Baytree Community Association for current rental restrictions and any approval requirements.
What year was Baytree developed?
Baytree was developed in phases from 1998 through approximately 2010. The community was originally designed as a golf-course community built around Baytree National Golf Links. Development began in 1998 with the golf course as its centerpiece, and residential build-out continued through the 2000s.