Daytona Beach

Country Club Harbor encompasses natural beauty, upscale living and recreational fun. Situated along the Halifax River shores in Daytona Beach, this walkable community is close to golfing, marinas, pristine beaches and some of the area's best dining, shopping and entertainment. “The costs are pretty great for the location,” says Ashley Bolognese, a Realtor with Coastal Life Properties and a local resident. “There are a lot of condos in that area. I have a listing there now for $150,000 with amazing views and amenities.” Residents enjoy all the recreation Country Club Harbor has to offer, including swimming, sunbathing at Daytona Beach or boating around. “I love the proximity to the river and the beach. It’s a good spot,” says Albert Amalfitano, a Realtor with Engel & Volkers, who’s been selling homes in the area for nine years. “Our thing here is the water. The closeness to the beach is really what people are looking for. The oceanfront is right over the bridge. You could be at the beach in five minutes.” Blocks from the Daytona Marina, locals can cast a line off the pier or see manatees and dolphins up close with Three Brothers Boards adventure tours. Just north of the neighborhood is Bethune Point Park. With the Halifax River as its backdrop, it's a popular spot to fish, shred some pavement at the skatepark, or let the kids play. The Daytona Beach Golf Club is a public 36-hole course immersed in a tropical landscape of lush greenery and palm trees on Wilder Boulevard. Country Club Harbor is a small residential neighborhood that has apartments and condos with Intracoastal Waterway and Daytona Beach skyline views. Most of the condos were built in the late 1980s and range from around $100,000 to $200,000. Beachy blues and bright pastels pepper the housing landscape, with towering palm trees adding to its appeal. The majority are two-bedroom, one-bath condos with screened-in porches, balconies and amenities like a riverfront pool, dog park and fitness rooms. The Florida coast is prone to storms and Country Club Harbor is no exception. The neighborhood is at “extreme” risk for flooding, with a 9 out of 10 score, according to Risk Factor. There's a diverse selection of events and festivals here, most of which are held in the heart of Daytona Beach. Popular options include catching a minor league game at Jackie Robinson Memorial Baseball Park, listening to live music at the Daytona Beach Bandshell amphitheater or heading to the Daytona International Speedway, home of the Daytona 500. Daytona also hosts Bike Week every March, bringing more than 400,000 motorcycle enthusiasts to the city for races, bike shows and scenic rides. Just north of the neighborhood, South Beach Street offers eclectic shopping and global cuisine. Residents can peruse old treasures at Arlequin Antiques or pick up vinyl records at Atlantic Sounds. Dining options include Venezuelan fare at Arepita Beach, sushi at Ichi Ni San Asian Restaurant and authentic Mexican favorites at Tia Cori’s Tacos. For upscale dining with waterfront views, locals head to Chart House, serving fresh seafood at Marina Point for over 50 years. There's a nearby Aldi on Beville Road and a Winn-Dixie on South Atlantic Avenue. Served by the Volusia County Schools System, local students attend Turie T. Small Elementary School, Campbell Middle School and Mainland High School. Both the elementary and middle schools earned a C on Niche. Mainland High, which has a B grade on Niche, offers swimming and golf teams, fishing and orchestra clubs and college fairs. The neighborhood is the fourth-most walkable in Daytona Beach, according to Walk Score, and residents are just steps from the river. Beyond that, it's only 3 miles from numerous oceanfront resorts along South Atlantic Avenue. Country Club Harbor is just 5 miles from the Daytona Beach International Airport and the Daytona International Speedway. Route 1 traces the neighborhood’s western edge, allowing residents to easily navigate the city and there are Votran bus stops along that stretch for those who prefer not to drive.

As a planned neighborhood that began to develop in 2004, Grand Preserve One in Daytona is a potential new home for those seeking a community with built-in amenities and a laidback atmosphere. "It's a neighborhood tucked away from the busy roads," says Toni Wright, Realtor with Adams Cameron & Co Realty and Daytona resident for over 40 years. "You don't see the hustle and bustle. In some ways, you don't have to be a part of it if you don't want to be." Only 8 miles from the shores of Daytona Beach, Grand Preserve One is central to some of the city's biggest attractions, such as Central Park and the Daytona Speedway. Residents have a huge commercial district within one mile of the area, and neighborhood amenities and nearby green spaces make outdoor recreation easily accessible. The residential blocks are lined with contemporary homes featuring high entryways, stucco siding and neutral-painted exteriors that complement the greenery throughout the neighborhood. Homeowners have added personalized touches to their lawns through various landscaping, including shrubs and flowering bushes. "It really is charming to homebuyers because the area has a nice feel," Wright says. "The HOA stays on top of maintenance around the area, and I think that prompts people into taking pride in upkeep, as well." The planned neighborhood has a community swimming pool and clubhouse for its residents, and ponds throughout the neighborhood provide calm backyard views. All homes were built between 2004 and 2014 and are mostly the same size, usually falling between 1,600 and 1,900 square feet. Due to the similarities in size and construction period, the selling price range is small, between $300,000 and $360,000. Significant commercial areas are within a mile radius of Grand Preserve One, notably the one off of LPGA Boulevard. It's anchored by the retail shops of Tanger Outlets, and there are several big-box stores, such as Sam's Club and T.J. Maxx. There are plenty of chain restaurants, too, but small businesses can be found peppered in. Dominic's Deli is family-owned and operated, putting together high-quality deli sandwiches for a quick-serve eatery. Even closer to the neighborhood is North Nova Road, and the essentials found lining it are within walkable and bikeable distance for most residents due to the presence of sidewalks and bike lanes. Walkable from the neighborhood is Robert Strickland Park, open from sunrise to sunset for locals. Local leagues take swings on the softball fields, and motorbikes roar along the BMX track to learn new tricks. Grand Preserve One is about 4 miles from both the Riviera Country Club, which has an award-winning 18-hole golf course, and the 150-acre Central Park. Central Park is one of Daytona's most popular green spaces, as its recreational opportunities are seemingly never-ending. Visitors can do everything from lake fishing and boating to outdoor grilling and jogging along wetland boardwalks. The Volusia County School District serves public schools, and Grand Preserve One is zoned to a specific pipeline unless attending private schools. Children start at Champion Elementary, which has an overall B-minus on Niche but an A for diversity. Students move on to David C. Hinson Sr. Middle and Mainland High, both graded with a B. Like many schools in Volusia County, Mainland has different internal academies in which students can earn a unique diploma. Academies at Mainland include but are not limited to science, design and communications. LGPA Boulevard runs east-west directly below Grand Preserve One, and residents can use it to connect to Interstate 95 in less than a mile. Bus stops at the intersection of LGPA and Derbyshire Road are within a quick walkable distance from the neighborhood's entrance. The Daytona International Airport is just under 5 miles to the south.

There might not be a better neighborhood in the country for racing fans, but the scenic community of Indigo has so much more to offer homebuyers of all varieties. Indigo locals have world-class neighbors, including the Daytona Beach shorefront, numerous malls and the Daytona International Speedway, host of the biggest race in NASCAR every February since 1959. During the off-season, the venue is also home to other motorsports events, including the Daytona 200 motorcycle races. “[Indigo] is right in the heart of Daytona while still feeling very tucked away,” says Michelle McKinney, founder of Beacon Team Florida. “You’re only five or ten minutes from everything.” Residents will never be short on shopping options in Indigo. A plethora of stores sits to the north at Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach, with retailers such as Adidas, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors and Kate Spade. One Daytona is a nearby outdoor mall just across from the Speedway with a variety of restaurants, shops and even a CMX movie theater. Another fun attraction at the mall is GameTime, serving up innovative bar food and offering a huge selection of both retro and modern arcade games. When it comes to dining, residences are spoiled with choices of everything from national chain restaurants to local favorites. Those in search of great eats can belly up to classic American grub at WingHouse Bar & Grill, tuck in for Texas-style BBQ at 4 Rivers Smokehouse or settle down for upscale Italian cuisine at Tiano’s Cucina Italiana. Groceries can be easily picked up nearby at Target. Residents are only around a 6-mile drive from relaxing at the beach on a sunny Floridian day. Visitors can take a deep breath of the salty breeze at Breakers Oceanfront Park, which sits next to the Daytona Beach Main Street Pier, offering a public-use area with a parking lot, volleyball court, restrooms and more. Indigo locals who are club members can spend more time outdoors, just across Interstate 95 at LPGA International, home of the LPGA Tour and many LPGA Championships since 1994. Revered golf architects Arthur Hills and Rees Jones designed the two luxurious 18-hole golf courses. Right in many Indigo residents' backyards is an important and unique feature of the neighborhood: the closed golf course woven throughout. Although it was shuttered in 2018, the long fairways and tree cover provide a sprawling, makeshift park of sorts for residences that allows for acres of recreational areas and lengthy walking trails. Condominiums sit at Indigo Point, built in 1983, but most living units in the neighborhood are standalone single-family homes. Homebuyers have a wide array of options that generally range from $250,000 to $600,000. Larger new traditional builds with a variety of influences line the cul-de-sacs on and around Pleasant Valley Drive. Contemporary architectural styles such as ranchers and midcentury moderns are peppered throughout Indigo, often featuring gabled roofs and styled columns. Neighborhood students attend schools within Volusia County Public School District. Many youngsters start their education at Palm Terrace Elementary before moving up to Campbell Middle School. Both schools receive a C grade from Niche. Students finish primary school at Mainland High School on International Speedway Boulevard. The secondary school earns a B grade from Niche and is home to the Buccaneers, with unique sports offerings including weightlifting, bowling and flag football. Residents can snag all kinds of finds at the Daytona Flea and Farmers Market from Friday to Sunday, where local artisans and farmers provide a plethora of goods. The area also has monthly events, including the Classic Car Cruise-In and the Garage Sale Weekend. “The city government has done a great job breathing renewed life into the surrounding area,” McKinney says. Racing, malls and the beach are cornerstones of life for residents in Indigo. While Indigo sits at the western edge of the Daytona area, its proximity to both International Speedway Boulevard and I-95 makes it a very convenient community to live in. The spacious lots and grassy fairways of Indigo may make one feel secluded and at peace, but most of the attractions of Daytona Beach are available within a 7-mile drive.

Between the massive Tiger Bay State Forest and a river paralleling Interstate 95, residents of LPGA International relish the tranquility of their friendly, secluded golf-centric neighborhood. Luxury subdivisions surround a 650-acre world-class LPGA International Golf Club at the heart of the community. Modern architecture, meticulous landscaping and amenities galore create a pleasant vibe, and walkable streets named Pitching Wedge, Perfect and Tournament bend into loops and cul-de-sacs. The LPGA Boulevard corridor arcs around the neighborhood for quick connection to major routes. Fundamental to the lifestyle here, LPGA Golf Club hosts tournament championships and qualifiers. Its two world-class 18-hole courses earn 4-star ratings from Golf Digest, and the fitness center and swimming complex are reserved for members. Because it’s a public facility, anyone can play golf or dine at Malcolm’s Bar and Grill. Alex Bittner, Broker Associate and Realtor with Realty Pros Assured, who’s been selling in the area for 8 years, says, “Another big draw is being so close to the Daytona International Speedway, Daytona International Airport and the waterfront. You’re also within an hour or so of the Disney theme parks. It’s a great launchpad to touristy places without living in the hustle. The whole area is really an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise.” The community is bordered by the nearly 30,000-acre Tiger Bay Forest, filled with wetlands and lakes where locals can ride horseback, bike, hike and fish. For resident pups, there’s even a gated dog park on LPGA Boulevard with play equipment and shaded benches. Says Bittner, “LPGA International isn’t gated, but it is master-planned. While it’s mostly single-family homes, you can find something as small as a two-bedroom in the upper $300,000s to homes for over a million right on the greens.” Custom multi-gabled homes with contemporary Craftsman style, large all-brick ranch style homes with grand entrances, and Spanish Revival stucco homes establish an appealing architectural tapestry. Cozier midsize homes feature sophisticated Mediterranean flair. And while there are many existing homes, plans are underway to add more than 150 single-family homes and dozens of townhouses. Eateries and stores are convenient along LPGA Boulevard or gathered in the Tanger Outlets, where locals shop Ross, Nike, T.J. Maxx and more. The Stonewood Grill & Tavern, specializing in surf and turf, is a popular waterside spot for happy hour, date nights, or family bundles to go. For wood-fired pizzas, locals love Tiano’s in the ONE DAYTONA retail-dining-entertainment multiplex, directly across from Daytona International Speedway. “To the northwest of Tanger Outlets,” says Bittner, “residents grocery shop at Publix in the new Latitude Landings plaza. That’s the entrance to Latitude Margaritaville, a 55-plus Jimmy-Buffet-themed community with attached villas and single-family homes. You can ride your golf cart to shop and enjoy all the restaurants in the Landings plaza.” Public schools are within the Volusia County School District, which Niche gives an overall B. Kids may start at Champion Elementary, given a B-minus Niche grade, before moving on to Campbell Middle, which gets a C from Niche. Older students head to Mainland High, which earns a Niche B grade and features a college and career prep program in conjunction with Daytona State College. Participants can receive a stipend to learn on campus during a summer academy. Mainland High School Buccaneers, Seabreeze High School Sandcrabs and Bethune-Cookman University Wildcats all play at the nearby Daytona Municipal Stadium, home to the NAIA Football Championship and nationally televised events. Bittner adds, “Father Lopez Catholic High is a well-known private option in the neighborhood. I believe it’s one of the only private Catholic high schools in the greater area.” Niche rates Father Lopez Catholic High School the number one best private high school in Volusia County and gives it a solid A grade. Most residents drive to dine, shop and enjoy area destinations; however, Votran public transit bus stops are available along LPGA Boulevard and at the Walmart at Williamson and Granada, offering connection to the transfer plaza for public transit throughout greater Daytona. Residents look forward to annual invitational and tournament events in the neighborhood, and a calendar of car shows, art festivals and music performances at ONE DAYTONA.