Homes zoned forOrtona Elementary School
Coastal-adjacent living with room to right-size
94
Homes for sale
$224,500
Median list price
$259
Avg price / sqft
93
Median days on market
The Ortona Elementary School zone sits in the mainland side of Daytona Beach, a practical stretch of the city where modest single-family homes, waterfront condos, and a handful of larger properties share the same few square miles. It's a neighborhood that suits first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who wants proximity to the river and the beach without the price tag of a barrier-island address. You're close enough to the Halifax River that a third of the active listings here carry a waterfront label, and the overall feel is quiet, established, and unpretentious.
For buyers today, this is one of the more approachable corners of Daytona Beach homes for sale, with a median list price of $224,500 and plenty of inventory to compare. There are 92 active listings right now and homes are taking their time — a median of 96.5 days on market — which means you have negotiating room; sellers over the past year took home about 94% of asking. Families weighing the move often start by checking the surrounding school picture, from Mainland High School to Atlantic High School, and you can see every current listing on the live map.
Ortona Elementary School is an attendance zone in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Quick facts
$69,800 – $3.1M price range
1,094 sqft median home
$757/mo median HOA
$2,000/mo median rent
106 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Ortona Elementary School zone
The Ortona Elementary School zone covers a mainland stretch of Daytona Beach, the kind of established, everyday neighborhood where you're close to both the Halifax River and the city's beachside without paying an island premium. The housing is a blend — compact single-family homes, waterfront condos, and a scattering of larger properties — which gives the area a practical, lived-in character rather than a resort feel.
It suits a broad range of buyers. First-time owners find entry-level prices, downsizers appreciate the low-maintenance condo stock, and anyone drawn to the water has options, since roughly a third of the active listings sit on or near the river. You can browse the full picture of Daytona Beach homes for sale to see how this zone compares to other parts of the city.
Day to day, this is a quiet, functional part of town rather than a nightlife or tourist hub. That trade-off — calm over flash — is exactly what draws many buyers to the mainland side in the first place.
Schools for homes in the Ortona Elementary School zone
The zone takes its name from Ortona Elementary School, and families in this part of Daytona Beach also reference a cluster of nearby schools when weighing a move. Those commonly mentioned in the area include Mainland High School, Campbell Middle School, and R. J. Longstreet Elementary School.
Other schools serving the broader area include Atlantic High School and David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School. Each campus has its own attendance boundary, and the right assignment depends entirely on the specific street address.
Because school boundaries are redrawn from time to time, never assume a listing falls into a particular zone. Confirm the assigned schools for any address you're serious about directly with Volusia County Schools before you make an offer.
Homes for sale in the Ortona Elementary School zone: prices and housing
There are 92 active listings in the zone right now, with a median list price of $224,500 and an enormous range — from $69,800 at the low end to $3,149,000 at the top. The average price works out to about $258 per square foot, and the median home measures around 1,094 square feet, which tells you a lot of the inventory is condos and smaller single-family homes. Over the past 12 months, 106 homes sold at a median price of $210,000.
The market segments reflect the riverfront location: 33 active listings are waterfront, 17 have a pool, and seven sit in gated communities. At the high end, three listings are priced above $1 million. New construction is scarce — only two new-build homes are active — so most buyers here are shopping existing properties.
On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA is about $759 a month, driven up by the many condos and waterfront buildings that fold in insurance and amenities. Median property tax, by contrast, is a reasonable $2,709 a year. If you're weighing a rental or investment angle, the median rent in the area sits around $2,000 a month.
Getting around from the Ortona Elementary School zone
This is a central Daytona Beach location, so most of daily life — groceries, the river, the beach — stays close and the driving stays short. The city's grid connects easily to Interstate 95 and Interstate 4, the two highways that carry Volusia County traffic north, south, and west.
For longer trips, downtown Orlando is roughly 69 minutes away, generally via I-4. That's comfortable for a day trip, an airport run, or an occasional commute, but it's a long haul to make every workday.
Within the zone itself, the compact layout and proximity to both river and ocean mean you rarely have to go far. Buyers who want a walkable-everything lifestyle should still visit in person, as this is a car-oriented part of the city.
Is the Ortona Elementary School zone a good fit?
If your priority is affordable, water-adjacent living in Daytona Beach, this zone delivers. The median list of $224,500 and sold median of $210,000 undercut much of coastal Volusia, and with 33 waterfront listings active, you have genuine options near the Halifax River. Buyers also benefit from a slower market — a median 96.5 days on the market and sellers averaging 94% of asking give you real leverage.
The trade-offs are worth naming honestly. HOA fees can be steep at a median of $759 a month because of the condo-heavy inventory, so you'll want to read those budgets carefully. Homes here tend to be smaller — a median of 1,094 square feet — and new construction is almost nonexistent with just two active listings.
For a first home, a downsizing move, or a waterfront condo at an attainable price, the Ortona Elementary School zone is worth a close look. Start with the live map to see what's available, then confirm school zoning and HOA terms before you commit.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$3,149,000
2115 N HALIFAX AVENUE, DAYTONA BEACH
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,899 sqft
$1,500,000
1707 N HALIFAX AVENUE, DAYTONA BEACH
6 bd · 5.5 ba · 6,256 sqft
$549,900
330 FORDHAM DRIVE, DAYTONA BEACH
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,140 sqft
$86,000
1233 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 4120, DAYTONA BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 257 sqft
$179,900
925 N HALIFAX AVENUE UNIT 909, DAYTONA BEACH
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 864 sqft
$139,000
800 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 510, DAYTONA BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 530 sqft
$90,000
2700 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 804, DAYTONA BEACH
0 bd · 1 ba · 339 sqft
$489,900
2900 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 1503, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,275 sqft
$249,900
1404 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 270, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,060 sqft
$136,080
2800 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 1608, DAYTONA BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 665 sqft
$345,000
2800 N ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 1602, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,058 sqft
$300,000
634 ABERDEEN STREET, DAYTONA BEACH
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,632 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Ortona Elementary School market
106
Sold, last 12 months
$210,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
45 days
Median time to sell
Ortona Elementary School vs Daytona Beach
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 13.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Ortona Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Ortona Elementary School home
≈ $2,376/mo
$224,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$757/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
7,562
Median age
56
Median income
$60,521
Median home value
$283,760
Beyond the listings
Living in Ortona Elementary School
Hobbies & Interests
Top 8% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Lifestyles
Top 9% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Entertainment
Top 13% in the U.S.Live Experiences
When it comes to entertainment, this population is looking for the ultimate experience. Whether it's a charity fundraiser or a concert, elements such as lights, sounds, and merchandise are critical for a good time.
Entertainment
Top 15% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Appearance oriented
Top 17% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Active
Top 17% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
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Straight answers
Ortona Elementary School FAQs
Is the Ortona Elementary School zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for buyers who want to be near the water and the beach without an island-side price. The area leans quiet and established, with a mix of single-family homes and waterfront condos, and 92 homes are on the market right now to choose from.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Compared to much of coastal Volusia County, it's affordable: the median list price is $224,500 and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $210,000. Prices do range widely — from $69,800 to over $3.1 million — so there's something for most budgets.
What do homes cost in the Ortona Elementary zone?+
Expect a median around $210,000 to $224,500, with an average price of about $258 per square foot and a median home size near 1,094 square feet. That square-footage reflects a lot of condos and smaller single-family homes in the mix.
How is the market right now?+
It favors buyers. With 92 active listings, a median of 96.5 days on market, and sellers averaging 94% of their asking price, you have time to shop and room to negotiate — 106 homes sold over the last 12 months.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $759 a month, which is high because so much of the inventory is condos and waterfront buildings that bundle in building insurance and amenities. Median property tax is a comparatively modest $2,709 a year, so always check the specific HOA for any unit you're considering.
What schools serve this zone?+
Nearby schools families reference include Mainland High School, Campbell Middle School, and R. J. Longstreet Elementary School, along with Atlantic High School. Boundaries change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with Volusia County Schools.
How is the commute from here?+
This is a Daytona Beach address, so daily life stays local and the beach and river are close by. Downtown Orlando is about 69 minutes away via the interstate, making it workable for an occasional commute or weekend trip but far for a daily drive.
Is there new construction available?+
New construction is limited here — just two new-build listings are active at the moment. This is an established area, so most buyers are looking at existing single-family homes and condos rather than new developments.
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