Central Daytona
Upscale condos overlook South Beach Street
The neighborhood offers ranch-style houses, cozy Floridian bungalows, stunning waterfront properties and upscale condos. Most homes were built in the 1960s, ranging from $150,000 to $700,000. Two-bedroom, two-bath condos are predominantly along South Beach Street in the Daytona Beach Riverhouse and The Landmark subdivisions starting around $215,000, complete with a swimming pool, clubhouse and shuffleboard. Sandy neutrals and pastel-hued houses with palm trees and beautifully landscaped lawns pepper the landscape – highlighting the laid-back beachy vibe.
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Zipline through the forest at Tuscawilla Park
Miles of pristine coastline invite beachgoers to swim, sunbathe and surf – just 2 miles away. The Halifax River is within walking distance, where residents can fish or set sail from the marina. While fun in the sun and the water are the main attractions, Central Daytona is home to seven parks, each with its own unique characteristics. At Tuscawilla Park, residents can play volleyball, horseshoes, or a round of disc golf. The 30-acre space also boasts a zipline park with adventure courses that glide through a thick forest. To admire manatees, dolphins and herons, head to Manatee Island Park, a wildlife sanctuary on an island in the Intracoastal Waterway. Halifax Harbor Marina is within walking distance of the downtown Riverfront shops, perfect for fishing or boating. Or hit the lush paths in the 55-acre park that surrounds the marina. Kids will enjoy the neighborhood’s Samuel Butts Youth Archeological Park, which includes a sanctuary and historic site for children to study a mastodon jaw, prehistoric bones, shell tools and other artifacts. Encompassing a mile of Intracoastal waterway, the picturesque Riverfront Esplanade boasts a botanical garden, running trail, dog park and state-of-the-art splash pad overlooking the Halifax River. The park also hosts holiday gatherings, outdoor dance classes and other events. Golfers and poker players rejoice as The Daytona Beach Golf Club and Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club are also popular neighborhood hangs.
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Bay Street Seafood Market sells fresh seafood sandwiches
Central Daytona’s biggest draw is its vibrant shopping and dining scenes. A plethora of locally owned shops await in Midtown and The Riverfront Shops along historic South Beach Street. Peruse vintage records at Atlantic Sounds, discover eclectic treasures at Arlequin Antiques or brush up on your card tricks with the Daytona Magic Shop. And for cuisine, residents have their pick from fare from around the world within walking distance from small plates and cocktails at Mama Foo Foo, authentic Mexican cuisine at Tia Cori’s Tacos, wine paired with charcuterie at Madeline’s Wine Bar and fresh seafood sandwiches and platters at Bay Street Seafood Market. ALDI and Key Food Supermarkets provide essentials, and for more shopping, residents can quickly get to the Daytona Flea and Farmers Market, Volusia Mall or The Shoppes at ONE Daytona, a dining, retail and entertainment destination. For nightlife, head to GameTime, Tir Na Nog Irish Pub, or sip a tiki drink waterside, just a mile away at the Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar.
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The Museum of Arts & Sciences displays Sub-Saharan African artifacts
Mirroring its buzzing shopping and dining scene, Central Daytona’s entertainment options are endless. Catch a flick at the Cinematique Theater, observe Sub-Saharan African artifacts, Cuban paintings and the Giant Ground Sloth skeleton at the Museum of Arts & Sciences or get the adrenaline pumping at the iconic Daytona 500. The neighborhood offers the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, home to the world’s largest collection of Florida-based art. Stop into one of its many galleries and admire the menagerie of murals the area has to offer along the way.Children learn to code at Small Elementary
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. Turie offers a dance team, holiday movie nights and coding education. Earning a B on Niche, Mainland High offers swimming and golf teams, fishing and orchestra clubs and college fairs.
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I-95 and Route 400 border Central Daytona Beach
A walkable community, residents can easily reach parks, schools and various shops and restaurants in one of its historic districts. Bordered by the International Speedway Boulevard, Interstate 95 and State Route 400, residents can quickly get around the entire region. Halifax Health Medical Center is within the neighborhood as well as the Daytona Beach International Airport.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Renae Cowdell
Renae Cowdell
SIMPLY REAL ESTATE
(386) 261-9753
42 Total Sales
1 in Central Daytona
$690,000 Price
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Greg Klesius
Greg Klesius
GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY
(813) 945-6270
309 Total Sales
3 in Central Daytona
$4K - $40K Price Range
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Susan Coroneos
Susan Coroneos
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty LLC
(386) 272-5938
23 Total Sales
2 in Central Daytona
$35K - $330K Price Range
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DAVID P. PETKOVSEK
DAVID P. PETKOVSEK
REALTY EXCHANGE, LLC
(386) 270-3563
236 Total Sales
1 in Central Daytona
$263,000 Price
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Scott Morris
Scott Morris
EXP REALTY LLC
(727) 205-4613
80 Total Sales
1 in Central Daytona
$210,000 Price
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Lee Toutounchian
Lee Toutounchian
Executive Realty Group LLC
(386) 230-0329
175 Total Sales
3 in Central Daytona
$20K - $87K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Bethune Point Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Fishing
- Skateboard
Joe Harris Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Manatee Island Park
- Boating
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Sunnyland Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Trails
Riverfront Park
Tuscawilla Park
- Disc Golf
- Grills
- Trails
Samuel Butts Archaeological Park
- Fishing
- Trails
Henry Lee Park
Cypress Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central Daytona | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Central Daytona Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Daytona, Daytona Beach sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Daytona, Daytona Beach over the last 12 months is $314,900, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$419,027
Median Sale Price
$314,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$174,485
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$573,804
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-14%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$356
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,218
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,278
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,468
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,067
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
763
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
775
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Wednesday, Jul 309am - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
32,213
Median Age
32
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,337
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,748
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.5%
College Graduates
20.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.9%
% Population in Labor Force
55.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
49°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Indigo
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Neighborhood K
Suburban neighborhood with nearby shopping 4 miles from the beach
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