Edgewater is a community true to its name. The waters of the Indian River run along its eastern edge, serving as the lifeblood of the central Florida city. "There is no direct access to the ocean from Edgewater, which is why the river plays such a big role," says local broker Wendy Schwoerer, owner of Land and Sea Realty. "Locals have full access to boating, fishing, water sports and many other outdoor activities." Residents head to New Smyrna Beach to hit the shore. The city is primarily residential, so it stays relatively quiet compared to nearby bigger cities like New Smyrna Beach and Daytona Beach.
Edgewater's leading industries include retail trade, construction and boat manufacturing. According to Team Volusia Economic Development, Boston Whalers, Everglades Boats, and EdgeWater Power Boats are some of the city's largest employers. The Edgewater City Council and City Manager have several plans for the town. The Deering Park North plan aims to bring thousands of homes and new office space to Edgewater, and the Deering Park Center will bring new hotels, shopping and restaurants.
The Indian River in South Edgewater provides many water excursions like sailboating.
Embrace the Florida lifestyle as you boat down the Indian River in South Edgewater.
With headquarters in South Edgewater, Boston Whaler is a go to for all your boating needs.
Swim near the life guard or play volleyball with friends on the sandy shores of Coronado Beach.
A1A is a main thoroughfare throughout Coronado Beach.
Daytona Beach Shores has small waves with blue water.
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Riverfront homes and Florida Shores
Most of the city's housing was built toward the tail-end of the 20th century in subdivisions west of U.S. Route 1. "The majority of Edgewater is part of a very large subdivision called Florida Shores , which started to be built in the early 1980s," Schwoerer says. "Some newer subdivisions with HOAs and community pools have started to pop up." Newer homes were built as recently as the early 2020s. Edgewater's oldest houses, built before 1950, are along or near the Indian River. In Edgewater Landing , a 55-plus-community, manufactured homes line the river's edge.
The median housing price in Edgewater is $315,000, which is lower than the American median. Housing prices range from $100,000 to $400,000, and houses on the water sell for $1 million to $2 million. Homes here sell on average after 66 days on the market.
Edgewater Landing residents can quickly access the river via the neighborhood boat ramp.
Florida Shores homes often have stucco facades and bay windows.
Florida Shores contains many newer construction style homes with two-car garages.
Some of the more historic homes sit along the river.
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Paddling trails along the Indian River
Edgewater is a designated Blueway Community, and several paddling trails are accessible from the waterfront Menard-May Park. The trails meander the Mangrove Islands that separate Edgewater from the shore and are full of wildlife, like Blue Herons, sea turtles and dolphins. George R. Kennedy Memorial Park features a boat ramp popular with boaters. "People are on boats all the time," Schwoerer says. "Even people that don't live on the water have boats they can hook up to a trailer and bring to the river." The city also owns several inland parks, like the new Whistle Stop Park.
Shoot some hoops with friends on the full length basketball court at Whistle Stop Park.
The waterways near Edgewater Landing are popular for boats of all shapes and sizes.
From Edgewater Landing you can meander the waterways that connect to the Indian River Lagoon.
Use one of the public docks near Edgewater Landing to launch your boat for a day on the river.
Grab a kayak or paddle board and explore one of the many waterways in South Edgewater.
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New Smyrna Beach High School serves Edgewater
Volusia County Schools scores a B on Niche and serves 63,000-plus students. Most homes are zoned for New Smyrna Beach High School, which Niche gives a B-plus and ranks the fourth-best high school in the county. Discovery Academy offers a private school option for kindergarten through eighth-grade students. The New Smyrna/Edgewater branch of Daytona State College provides post-secondary options. Several programs, including an A.S. in Nursing, can be completed entirely at the New Smyrna/Edgewater campus.
Daytona State College has a location in Edgewater.
New Smyrna Beach High School in Mission City is Located Off 10th Street Just Two Blocks From US-1.
Discovery Academy provides education in the neighborhood of
Edgewater.
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Hopping on Votran bus 41
Volusia County's public transit system, Votran, offers fixed-route buses that pass through Edgewater. Bus Route 41 shuttles across U.S. Route 1 and a few branching streets. New Smyrna Beach is 3 miles north on Route 1, and Daytona Beach is 17 miles north. Indian River Boulevard connects Edgewater with Interstate 95. AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach is 3 miles north of Edgewater's city center, and New Smyrna Baech Municipal Airport is 6 miles away. Daytona Beach International Airport is 25 miles north.
Flooding risks along the Indian River
The FEMA National Risk Index for Volusia County is 97.52, which is considered relatively high. The risk of coastal flooding is relatively moderate, and the risk of riverine flooding is relatively high. According to First Street, Edgewater has an extreme wind factor based on the likelihood of hurricanes and severe storms.
Stores and restaurants along Route 1
Most restaurants and stores are concentrated along U.S. Route 1. "There aren't many shopping centers per se, but there are several grocery stores, so people hardly leave the city to shop," Schwoerer says. "They just added an Aldi, and everyone is excited about that." Big-box stores like Publix and Winn-Dixie are available. According to Schwoerer, most of the restaurants on Route 1 are locally owned. Dustin's Bar-B-Q and JC's Riptides are a few local favorites.
Florida Shores families can shop for groceries at the Publix in the neighborhood.
JC's Riptides is a popular stop for Florida Shores locals to enjoy fresh seafood.
Dustin's BBQ serves authentic southern barbeque in Edgewater.
Aldi offers a grocery store option for Edgewater residents.
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Crime
Crime statistics for Edgewater are not readily available.
On average, homes in Edgewater, FL sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgewater, FL over the last 12 months is $299,990, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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