Construction Progress Accelerates at Fortenberry Apartments in Merritt Island

By  //  March 17, 2026

Construction is moving forward at the Fortenberry Apartments development, with visible progress marking a major milestone for the highly anticipated community. (Merritt Island Redevelopment Agency Image)

BREVARD COUNTY • MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA – Construction is moving forward at the Fortenberry Apartments development, with visible progress marking a major milestone for the highly anticipated community.

Over the weekend, workers were seen installing exterior siding, signaling that the development is moving beyond foundational work and into more detailed construction stages.

The addition of siding provides one of the first glimpses of what the finished apartment community will look like.

Construction is moving forward at the Fortenberry Apartments development, with visible progress marking a major milestone for the highly anticipated community. (Merritt Island Redevelopment Agency Image)

The Fortenberry Apartments project, led by Woodfield Development, continues to gain momentum as crews work to bring new housing options to Merritt Island.

The development is expected to deliver modern living spaces and contribute to the area’s ongoing growth.

Developers expressed enthusiasm about the progress and the opportunity to welcome future residents, noting that the rapid pace of construction reflects strong coordination among contractors and project partners.

Construction is moving forward at the Fortenberry Apartments development, with visible progress marking a major milestone for the highly anticipated community. (Merritt Island Redevelopment Agency Image)

As work continues, the Fortenberry Apartments remain on track to become a significant addition to the Merritt Island community.

Construction is moving forward at the Fortenberry Apartments development, with visible progress marking a major milestone for the highly anticipated community. (Merritt Island Redevelopment Agency Image)