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Wilbur By The Sea offers "pristine" beaches
Just 8 miles from raucous Daytona Beach is Wilbur By The Sea, a quiet community of 550 residents cradled by the Atlantic Ocean and the Halifax River. “In my opinion, it’s the hidden gem of Florida,” says Raphael Lopez, Realtor with the Real Estate Shoppe with nearly 10 years of experience in the area. “The beaches are pristine, and the water is clearer than many of the surrounding areas because this was untouched for a long time.”
Once a winter destination for snowbirds, Wilbur By The Sea now has high occupancy all year long. Homes are within walking distance to the sandy beaches and there’s plenty of retail 4 miles away in Port Orange. “Most people know each other and wave. People are very friendly there,” says Diane Caron, a broker at Team Caron Realty, who’s been selling homes in the area for 20 years. “There are quite a few families because of the good school district. There are a lot of retirees too. It’s a mix.”
Cast your line and put your toes in the water for a relaxing day in Wilbur-by-the-Sea.
The dog beach in Wilbur by the Sea is popular with humans and pups alike.
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Locals enjoy the ocean at Wilbur Beach and Toronita Avenue Park
Along South Atlantic Avenue, Wilbur Beach is a great spot to catch the sunset or take a relaxing walk while listening to the waves crashing on the sand. Toronita Avenue Beach Park is home to another stretch of beach offering plenty of activities. Locals swim in the ocean and fish from the shore. Surfing and boogie boarding are also popular pastimes. Port Orange Causeway Park is located on the western side of the neighborhood and borders the Halifax River. The park features seven boat ramps and three fishing piers.
Wilbur-by-the-Sea residents can enjoy public beach access.
From sunrise to sunset you can enjoy the views at Toronita Ave Park.
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Wilbur By The Sea offers homes within walking distance to the beach
Homes in Wilbur By The Sea were built from the 1970s to the present day and have a distinctly Florida beach vibe with brightly colored facades. Homebuyers will find an attractive mix of luxury homes, beach bungalows, and ranch-style builds. Palm trees line the narrow, sidewalk-free streets, and houses typically have driveways and garages, so there is no need to worry about on-street parking. “Most people live there year-round, but there are a lot of people from Orlando who have second homes,” Caron says.
Single-family homes on the beach range from $1 million to $2.5 million, while those a few blocks inland cost between $450,000 and $600,000. “For close access to the beach, the homes are very reasonably priced,” Lopez says.
Wilbur By the Sea is at “extreme” risk of flooding with a score of 9 out of 10, according to Risk Factor.
Some ocean front homes can have direct private access to the beach in Wilbur-by-the-Sea.
Tile roofs and Spanish influences are popular features in this row of Wilbur-by-the-Sea homes.
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Locals can head to Daytona Beach via a short drive down A1A.
Locals head to nearby Daytona Beach for entertainment
The Wilbur Boathouse, a private event space on South Peninsula Drive, serves as a community gathering spot with outings like monthly potluck dinners and holiday parties. Entertainment on a much larger scale is 8 miles north in 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 iconic Daytona 500.
Quiet Place in the Country teenagers will likely attend nearby Spruce Creek High School.
Students attend top-ranked Spruce Creek High School
Wilbur By The Sea is served by the Volusia County Schools district. Students may attend R.J. Longstreet Elementary, Silver Sands Middle and Spruce Creek High. The elementary and middle schools score B Niche grades, while the high school earns an A. Home of the Hawks, Spruce Creek boasts a 94% graduation rate compared to 88% statewide.
Boondocks is a local favorite for dining
For dining, Boondocks on Peninsula Drive has been a community mainstay since 1995. The open-air restaurant and tiki bar is the spot for fresh seafood and cocktails in a relaxed, casual environment. “When you walk in, they know what you’re eating and drinking,” Caron says. Just north, Our Deck Down Under has been serving up large plates of ribs, seafood and burgers for over 20 years. The eatery has indoor and outdoor seating, so patrons can decide to escape the Florida heat or take in a sunset.
In Port Orange, 4 miles away via South Atlantic Avenue and Dunlawton Boulevard, there are plenty of nationally recognized chains including Publix, Target and Walmart.
Our Deck Down Under is a popular spot amongst locals for lunch or dinner in Wilbur by the Sea.
The fried flounder is a local favorite at Our Deck Down Under in Wilbur by the Sea.
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The Votran provides public transportation to Wilbur-by-the-Sea and surrounding areas.
Locals hop on South Atlantic Avenue to get to Daytona Beach
The Votran bus system has stops along major roads like South Atlantic Avenue, and residents can walk to the beach. Daytona Beach is an 8-mile drive north on South Atlantic Avenue. It’s home to Halifax Health Medical Center, a 563-bed hospital. Route 1 is just west of the community. An 11-mile trip north on the highway leads to Daytona Beach International Airport.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,032
Median Age
58
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
13%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
36.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,460
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.5%
Advanced Degrees
10.5%
% Population in Labor Force
55.2%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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