Homes zoned forPalm Terrace Elementary School
Affordable Daytona living near the coast
27
Homes for sale
$240,000
Median list price
$185
Avg price / sqft
60
Median days on market
The Palm Terrace Elementary zone sits in the heart of Daytona Beach, a practical, working community of modest single-family homes within reach of the Halifax River and the Atlantic. It's a spot that suits first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors who want a short drive to the beach without the oceanfront price tag, with neighboring school options like Mainland High School and R. J. Longstreet Elementary School shaping where families settle.
For buyers today, this is one of the more accessible corners of the Daytona Beach market. With a median list price of $240,000 and 27 active listings, there's real choice at an entry-level price, and homes are selling at 97% of asking over a median of 60 days. Browse the current Daytona Beach homes for sale or check the live map to see how listings are clustered near Atlantic High School and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Palm Terrace Elementary School is an attendance zone in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Quick facts
$99,999 – $614K price range
1,352 sqft median home
$309/mo median HOA
$1,863/mo median rent
64 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Palm Terrace Elementary zone
The Palm Terrace Elementary zone sits in the mainland side of Daytona Beach, inland of the Halifax River and a short drive from the Atlantic coast. It's a practical, established part of the city built around modest single-family homes rather than resort-style communities. The area appeals to buyers who want to be centrally located in Daytona without paying oceanfront prices.
Day to day, this is a community for people who value convenience and affordability. First-time buyers find entry points here, downsizers appreciate the compact homes, and investors are drawn by rental demand in a city with year-round tourism and a steady local economy. With a median rent of $1,870 a month, the zone works for both owner-occupants and landlords.
Because it sits near several school campuses — including neighbors like Mainland High School and Campbell Middle School — the surrounding streets draw a mix of families and long-term residents. The character is residential and low-key, with the beach, downtown, and the Orlando metro all within reach for weekends and commutes.
Schools for homes in the Palm Terrace Elementary zone
This zone is anchored by Palm Terrace Elementary School, part of Volusia County Schools. Families in and around the area also reference nearby campuses such as R. J. Longstreet Elementary School, Campbell Middle School, David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School, Mainland High School, and Atlantic High School.
School attendance boundaries in Volusia County can and do change from year to year. Before you commit to a home based on a specific school, confirm the current assignment for that exact address directly with the Volusia County school district. Two homes on the same street can sometimes fall into different zones, so this step matters.
The presence of multiple nearby campuses gives families some flexibility in how they weigh a location, but the assigned school is what determines enrollment. Treat the names here as a starting point for your own verification rather than a guarantee.
Homes for sale in the Palm Terrace Elementary zone: prices and housing
The market here is affordable by Florida standards. There are 27 active listings with a median list price of $240,000, spanning from $99,999 at the low end up to $614,000. Over the past 12 months, 64 homes sold at a median price of $224,950, with sellers receiving about 97% of their asking price — a sign of a balanced, realistic market.
The housing stock leans toward modest single-family homes, averaging $185 per square foot with a median size of 1,352 square feet. Among active listings, four are waterfront and two have pools, which is notable given the price range. New construction is scarce, with just one new-build currently on the market, so buyers wanting something brand new should act fast or expand their search area.
On carrying costs, the median HOA fee is about $309 per month, though many single-family homes in the zone carry no HOA. Median property taxes come in around $2,164 per year. Homes sit on the market a median of 60 days, so there's usually time to tour and negotiate without the frenzied pace of hotter Florida submarkets.
Getting around from the Palm Terrace Elementary zone
Daytona Beach is one of the most car-friendly cities on Florida's east coast, and this zone benefits from a central mainland location. Interstate 95 and Interstate 4 both serve the area, giving residents direct routes north, south, and inland toward the Orlando metro.
For commuters and travelers, the drive times are manageable: Downtown Orlando is roughly 53 minutes away, Universal Orlando about 66 minutes, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) approximately 72 minutes. That puts theme parks, a major airport, and big-city jobs within a reasonable day trip or workday commute.
Locally, the beach and downtown Daytona are both a short drive east across the Halifax River. The practical layout here means errands, schools, and the coast are all close, while the Orlando corridor stays accessible for weekends and work.
Is the Palm Terrace Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for buyers who prioritize affordability and location over newness or resort amenities. With a median list price of $240,000 and a range that starts under $100,000, it's one of the more accessible ways into Daytona Beach homeownership. First-time buyers, downsizers, and investors all find something that works here.
The trade-offs are honest ones. Inventory is older and compact rather than new, new construction is nearly nonexistent, and there are no gated, golf, or 55+ communities in the current mix. Buyers wanting a brand-new home or a planned amenity community will likely need to look elsewhere in the region.
What you get in return is value, a central location, and a steady market where sellers average 97% of asking over about 60 days — enough time to make a thoughtful decision. If a short drive to the beach, reasonable taxes, and easy Orlando access matter more than polish, this zone deserves a close look. Start with the Daytona Beach homes for sale listings and verify school assignments before you commit.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$199,900
141 DOVECOTE LANE, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,360 sqft
$119,900
624 MULBERRY STREET, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 1 ba · 997 sqft
$279,000
245 GLENBRIAR CIRCLE, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,581 sqft
$99,999
108 LACOSTA LANE UNIT 614, DAYTONA BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 640 sqft
$213,000$229,000
1174 BRYN MAWR DRIVE, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft
$154,900$162,000
105 WHITE FAWN DRIVE UNIT 1050, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,140 sqft
$196,990
275 INDIGO DRIVE UNIT 1070, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,500 sqft
$469,900$499,900
1478 HIGHRIDGE AVENUE, DAYTONA BEACH
5 bd · 3 ba · 1,827 sqft
$165,000
610 TANGLEWOOD STREET, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,631 sqft
$319,000
1445 ADMIRAL NIMITZ AVENUE, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,257 sqft
$194,900$204,900
1308 MOORE STREET, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,326 sqft
$199,000$215,000
553 S LANVALE AVENUE, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,050 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Palm Terrace Elementary School market
64
Sold, last 12 months
$224,950
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
53 days
Median time to sell
Palm Terrace Elementary School vs Daytona Beach
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 8.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Palm Terrace Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Palm Terrace Elementary School home
≈ $1,964/mo
$240,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$309/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,863/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
17,559
Median age
42
Median income
$52,363
Median home value
$180,167
Beyond the listings
Living in Palm Terrace Elementary School
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Straight answers
Palm Terrace Elementary School FAQs
Is the Palm Terrace Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for buyers who want affordable, centrally located homes in Daytona Beach with a quick path to the coast. The area suits first-timers, downsizers, and investors, and families can weigh nearby school options when choosing a street. Check Daytona Beach homes for sale to get a feel for the neighborhoods.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more accessible parts of Daytona Beach. The median list price is $240,000, and active listings range from $99,999 up to $614,000, so there's room for a range of budgets.
What do homes cost in the Palm Terrace Elementary zone?+
Homes list at a median of $240,000 and sold at a median of $224,950 over the past 12 months. At an average of $185 per square foot with a median size of 1,352 sqft, most of the inventory is modest single-family housing.
How is the market right now?+
It's steady and fairly balanced. There are 27 active listings, 64 homes sold in the last year, and sellers are averaging 97% of asking price over a median of 60 days on market. You can track new listings on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $309 per month, though many single-family homes here carry no HOA at all. Median property tax is around $2,164 per year — modest by Florida standards and worth confirming for each specific property.
What schools serve this area?+
The zone centers on Palm Terrace Elementary, with nearby options including Campbell Middle School and Mainland High School. Boundaries change, so always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with Volusia County Schools.
What's the commute like to Orlando?+
Daytona Beach is an easy jump east of the Orlando metro. From this zone, Downtown Orlando is about 53 minutes, Universal Orlando roughly 66 minutes, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) about 72 minutes.
Is there new construction available?+
New construction is limited here — currently just one new-build among the 27 active listings. Most of the inventory is existing single-family homes, so buyers wanting new should move quickly when it appears or widen their search.
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