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Thomas Taranto

Thomas Taranto
Real Estate Agent (Broker Sales)
Melbourne FL

Broker Sales (FL: 3096946)

22 years experience

REALTOR® 15 Active Listings Serves Brevard County, FL
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Contact Information

Brokerage
Keller Williams Rlty Of Brvd
Office Address
6905 N Wickham Rd Ste Ste 110
Melbourne, FL  32940
(Brevard County)
Office Phone
321-259-1170
Office Fax
Mobile
321-961-2871
Email
t**@***********.com
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Service Areas

Melbourne: FL South Patrick Shores: FL Indian Harbour Beach: FL Satellite Beach: FL Melbourne Beach: FL Indialantic: FL Grant-Valkaria: FL Malabar: FL

About Thomas Taranto

**Tom Taranto**

With over 25 years of diverse experience, Tom Taranto has honed a skill set that is essential for navigating the complexities of real estate transactions. In 1990, he relocated from Melbourne, Florida, to Sweden, where he dedicated 14 years to collaborating with high-level corporate executives in training and development. This background has significantly informed his approach as a real estate agent and Broker/Owner over the past 11 years.

Tom's training portfolio includes prestigious organizations such as Sony Ericsson, AstraZeneca, IBM, Pharmacia, the Swedish Prime Minister’s staff, and the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce, among others. His expertise in international communication has equipped him to train executives on topics including language, culture, presentations, meetings, and negotiations. Notably, he has collaborated with Harvard Business School on negotiation training and has been recognized as one of Sweden's few traveling speakers on cultural diversity.

Fluent in Swedish, Tom has translated numerous documents, articles, and presentations, including a comprehensive 300-page book on crisis management. These linguistic skills have proven invaluable in his real estate career, enabling him to engage effectively with clients from various cultural backgrounds and negotiate favorable deals.

An active networker, Tom served as Assistant Director for BNI (Business Network International) in Stockholm for four years, where he initiated and supported networking groups. Currently, he is the President of the Elite Referral Network within the Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce and serves as Vice President of the Golden Providers Network, which focuses on senior citizen services. His commitment to fostering relationships through warm referrals and word-of-mouth marketing remains a cornerstone of his business philosophy.

In addition to his passion for real estate, Tom embraces the technological advancements that enhance the industry. He was an early adopter of electronic signatures and continues to leverage technology to streamline processes and improve client experiences. His affiliation with Keller Williams International has further facilitated these innovations.

After returning to Florida in 2004 with his wife and three sons, Tom began his career as a Realtor and quickly obtained his Broker’s license. He established Land O’ Lots Realty in 2009 and Taranto Realty in 2011, growing his team to over 12 agents before joining Keller Williams. The Keller Williams Brevard team now boasts more than 75 agents and staff, earning recognition as the #1 real estate company globally by agent count in 2015 and as the top training company across all industries.

In recent years, Tom's wife, Jeanette, has joined him as an agent, and together they provide a well-rounded perspective to their clients. Their complementary skills enhance the customer experience, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention tailored to their unique needs.

Brevard County, FL Real Estate Market Analysis (Single Family Homes)

$501,944
Avg. Listing Price
From Thomas's portfolio
3.5 / 2.4
Avg. Beds/Baths
Typical property size
1,957 sf
Avg. Square Footage
Interior living space
6304
Active Listings
Current inventory

Brevard County's real estate market stands as one of Florida's most dynamic and geographically diverse markets, stretching along 72 miles of Atlantic coastline from Melbourne to Titusville. Known as the Space Coast, this region uniquely combines aerospace industry influence with beach town charm, creating distinct property value patterns that reflect both proximity to Kennedy Space Center and pristine barrier island locations. The market has experienced remarkable resilience, with coastal properties in areas like Cocoa Beach and Satellite Beach commanding premium prices while inland communities like Rockledge and Viera offer more affordable family-oriented housing options.

With 10,715 actively licensed real estate agents serving the county, Brevard represents a surprisingly dense professional network for a market of its size, indicating both robust transaction volumes and healthy competition. What makes this market particularly interesting is its segmentation between high-tech professionals working in the aerospace sector, retirees drawn to the coastal lifestyle, and young families attracted to newer master-planned communities, each creating distinct buyer patterns and price sensitivities.

Major Brevard County, Florida Real Estate Markets

The county's real estate landscape divides into several key markets, each with unique characteristics. Melbourne and Palm Bay anchor the southern region, offering a mix of established neighborhoods and newer developments, while Titusville in the north provides more affordable options with easy access to space industry employment. The barrier islands, including Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, and Cocoa Beach, represent the premium segment with waterfront properties and vacation rentals driving much of the high-end activity.

Viera stands out as a master-planned community success story, attracting families with its golf courses, shopping, and A-rated schools, while historic downtown areas in Melbourne and Cocoa have undergone significant revitalization. The Space Coast's proximity to Orlando creates additional dynamics, with some buyers choosing Brevard for lower property taxes and shorter commutes to the theme park corridor, adding another layer of complexity to local market trends.

Market Dynamics and Geographic Complexity

Brevard County's market exhibits fascinating micro-climates influenced by everything from rocket launch viewing potential to flood zone designations. Properties within sight of launch pads often carry premiums, while areas like Port St. John and Mims offer rural-feeling lifestyles just minutes from high-tech employment centers. The county's unusual shape, stretching from the St. Johns River to the Atlantic Ocean, creates price gradients that can vary dramatically within just a few miles.

Seasonal fluctuations play a significant role, with winter months bringing both snowbird renters and permanent relocations from northern states. The presence of major employers like Harris Corporation, Northrop Grumman, and NASA contractors creates stability unusual for coastal Florida markets, while tourism in beach communities adds vacation rental investment opportunities that savvy agents leverage for clients seeking income-producing properties.

Why Businesses Need Brevard County, Florida Agent Contact Data

The concentration of 10,715 licensed agents in Brevard County, all with email addresses, represents a goldmine for businesses serving the real estate industry. Mortgage lenders, title companies, and home improvement contractors can tap into this network to build relationships with agents who understand the unique challenges of Space Coast transactions, from dealing with aerospace employee relocations to navigating barrier island insurance requirements.

Technology companies, marketing services, and real estate software providers find particular success in Brevard's tech-savvy agent community, many of whom serve clients comfortable with digital tools and virtual transactions. The market's diversity means agents here handle everything from first-time homebuyer programs to luxury waterfront estates, creating opportunities for businesses offering scalable solutions across multiple market segments and price points.

Current Property Listings

As of 3/27/2026, Thomas Taranto has 15 properties for sale in Melbourne and surrounding areas. These are the top 10 listings.

$289,000

Listed 2025-09-30

2724 Tolman Ave SE
Palm Bay, FL  32909

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,500
Lot: 10,019 sf
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$599,000

Listed 2025-10-23

212 Bella Coola Dr
Indian Harbour Beach, FL  32937

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 2,296
Lot: 10,019 sf
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$599,000

Listed 2025-10-22

550 Temple St
Satellite Beach, FL  32937

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,939
Lot: 8,712 sf
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$815,000

Listed 2025-12-08

1393 Great Belt Cir
Melbourne, FL  32940

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 3.5
Sq Ft: 2,784
Lot: 9,148 sf
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$389,000

Listed 2025-12-18

409 Lynn Ave
Melbourne, FL  32935

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 1,939
Lot: 13,939 sf
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$337,000

Listed 2026-01-05

1216 Dillard Dr SE
Palm Bay, FL  32909

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,975
Lot: 6,970 sf
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$78,000

Listed 2025-11-17


Malabar, FL  32950

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Lot: 59,242 sf
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$510,000

Listed 2026-03-19

4310 Sand Point Rd
Grant Valkaria, FL  32949

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,475
Lot: 171,191 sf
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$561,000

Listed 2026-03-11

613 Flowerwood Dr SE
Palm Bay, FL  32909

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 2,558
Lot: 10,019 sf
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$214,900

Listed 2025-12-11

4740 Lake Waterford Way Unit 4-112
Melbourne, FL  32901

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 1,915
Lot: 6,970 sf
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Current Property Rentals

As of 3/15/2026, Thomas Taranto has the following rental properties available in Melbourne and surrounding areas. These are the top 10 listings.

$2,000

Listed 2025-09-01

2914 Stetson St
Melbourne, FL  32901

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,244
Lot: 7,405 sf
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$2,600

Listed 2025-09-01

2917 Rollins St
Melbourne, FL  32901

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,512
Lot: 7,405 sf
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$3,300

Listed 2025-09-29

3015 Marshall Dr
Melbourne, FL  32901

Beds: 5.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 2,025
Lot: 7,405 sf
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