Homes for sale inSouth Daytona, Florida
Coastal-adjacent living minutes from the Halifax River
53
Homes for sale
$259,000
Median list price
$207
Avg price / sqft
51
Median days on market
South Daytona sits along the Halifax River just south of Daytona Beach, a compact Volusia County city where you're never far from the water, the beach, or the causeways that connect the mainland to the barrier island. It's the kind of place that suits buyers who want proximity to the coast without paying full beachfront prices — retirees, first-time buyers, and investors all find room here. The housing is a mix of mid-century single-family homes, townhomes & condos, and a handful of waterfront homes along the river.
For a buyer today, the market reads as approachable: the median list price is $259,000 and the median home runs about 1,198 sqft at roughly $207 per square foot. With 53 active listings and homes sitting a median of 51 days, there's time to negotiate — sellers are netting about 96% of asking across the 110 sales over the past year. If your budget is tighter, it's worth checking just reduced listings and using browse by price to find entry points well under the median.
South Daytona is in Volusia County, Florida.
Quick facts
$92,500 – $1.2M price range
1,198 sqft median home
$1,499/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Drive times
Living in South Daytona
South Daytona is a small mainland city on the west bank of the Halifax River, just south of Daytona Beach in Volusia County. It has the feel of an established, workaday coastal town — residential streets, a mix of older and mid-century homes, and quick access to the river and the causeways that lead to the barrier island beaches. It's not a resort town; it's a place where people actually live year-round, which keeps prices grounded relative to the beachfront communities nearby.
The city suits a broad range of buyers. First-time buyers appreciate the entry-level price points, retirees like the single-level homes and proximity to the coast, and investors find workable numbers in the condo and townhome segments. With a median home size around 1,198 sqft, this is a market of modestly scaled, practical homes rather than sprawling estates.
Day-to-day life here leans toward the water and the outdoors. The Halifax River runs the length of the city, and the Atlantic beaches are a short drive across the causeways. If being near the coast matters more than being near a major metro, South Daytona delivers that at a price well below many Florida waterfront markets.
Neighborhoods and communities in South Daytona
South Daytona is compact, so its communities range from established single-family streets to condo and townhome developments. Among the notable named communities are Bristol Bay Condo, Ganymede, and Alto Pino, each offering a slightly different mix of housing type and price point. Condo communities tend to anchor the lower end of the market, while single-family pockets carry the bulk of the inventory.
For buyers focused on the water, the small set of waterfront homes and homes with water views along the Halifax River are the standouts — there are only a handful active at any time, so they move when priced right. Pool homes are more common, with around nine on the market, and are worth a look for buyers who want outdoor living space in Florida's climate.
Gated options are limited here — only a couple of gated communities show up in active inventory — and there are currently no golf or dedicated 55+ communities listed. Buyers prioritizing those features may want to broaden the search into neighboring parts of Volusia County.
Homes for sale in South Daytona: prices and housing
The numbers tell a clear story of affordability. The median list price is $259,000, with active listings ranging from about $92,500 to $1,200,000, and the average price per square foot is around $207. The median sold price over the past year came in at $257,450 — very close to the median list — which means sellers aren't commanding big premiums over asking.
The housing mix is led by single-family homes (37 active), followed by condominiums (12), townhomes (3), and the occasional duplex half. That gives buyers real range: condos and townhomes serve the budget-conscious and investors, while single-family homes cover the middle of the market. There's just one listing above $1M, so the high end is thin.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $398 per month — driven by the condo and townhome communities — while many standalone houses carry no association fee at all. The median property tax is roughly $2,847 per year. There is no new construction currently listed, so expect resale homes throughout; buyers wanting the newest builds should plan to look in surrounding areas. For rentals and investment math, the median rent runs about $1,499 per month — see homes for rent for current listings.
Schools in South Daytona
South Daytona is served by Volusia County Schools, a countywide district. The most commonly assigned elementary school for the area is South Daytona Elementary School, which serves families across much of the city.
Because attendance boundaries vary by address — and middle and high school assignments aren't fixed by the city line alone — the smartest move is to verify zoning for any specific property before you commit. Volusia County Schools publishes a school-locator tool that returns the assigned elementary, middle, and high school for a given street address.
If schools are a deciding factor, confirm the zone in writing during your search rather than relying on a listing's description. Boundaries can shift between enrollment years, so checking directly with the district is the only reliable way to know which schools a home is assigned to.
Getting around South Daytona
South Daytona is a coastal city, so its orientation is toward the Volusia beaches and the Halifax River rather than inland Orlando. Local driving is easy and short — the city is compact, and the barrier island beaches are just across the causeways to the east.
For trips to Central Florida's major hubs, plan on a real drive. Downtown Orlando is roughly 61 minutes away, Universal Orlando about 71 minutes, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) around 75 minutes. That makes South Daytona workable for occasional Orlando trips but a long haul for a daily commute.
Most residents handle work, shopping, and errands within the Volusia coast corridor, where the practical daily driving stays short. If your job or lifestyle depends on frequent Orlando access, factor that hour-plus drive into your decision before buying here.
Is South Daytona a good place to live?
South Daytona's biggest draw is the combination of coastal proximity and affordability. With a median list price of $259,000 and listings starting in the low $90,000s, it offers a way to live near the Halifax River and the Atlantic beaches without paying barrier-island prices. The market is also balanced and negotiable right now — 51 median days on market and sellers getting about 96% of asking give buyers genuine leverage.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. Homes here are modestly sized (around 1,198 sqft median), there's no new construction in the current inventory, and amenities like golf and dedicated 55+ communities aren't represented. Orlando is over an hour away, so this is a coastal lifestyle rather than a commuter base for the theme-park economy.
For first-time buyers, downsizers, retirees, and investors who value being near the water and keeping costs reasonable, South Daytona makes a strong case. Check open houses this week and the just reduced listings to get a feel for what your budget buys, and verify school zoning and any HOA details before you write an offer.
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in South Daytona
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$360,000
36 SILK MOSS COURT, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,829 sqft
$220,000
630 OLIVE STREET, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 1 ba · 882 sqft
$600,000
2801 S RIDGEWOOD AVENUE UNIT 608, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,143 sqft
$192,500
2066 OAK MEADOW CIRCLE, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,442 sqft
$230,000$234,000
400 HOLLY STREET, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,050 sqft
$250,000
328 SLAYTON AVENUE, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,066 sqft
$650,000
3384 COUNTRY MANOR DRIVE, SOUTH DAYTONA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,550 sqft
$159,999
910 BIG TREE ROAD UNIT 7-2, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,442 sqft
$259,000$267,000
789 LITTLE PINE DRIVE, SOUTH DAYTONA
2 bd · 1 ba · 999 sqft
$319,900$329,900
555 RIDGE BOULEVARD, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,320 sqft
$225,000
608 DIXIE LANE, SOUTH DAYTONA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,260 sqft
$195,000$199,900
536 OLIVE STREET, SOUTH DAYTONA
2 bd · 1 ba · 860 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The South Daytona market
Balanced
5.2 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
109
Sold, last 12 months
$255,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
37 days
Median time to sell
South Daytona vs Volusia County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 4.4% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 4.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in South Daytona, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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South Daytona neighborhoods
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Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
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School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in South Daytona
On the Halifax River
South Daytona hugs the west bank of the Halifax River, with a small set of waterfront and water-view properties for buyers who want direct access.
Entry-friendly price points
With a median list price of $259,000 and listings starting around $92,500, it's one of Volusia's more accessible mainland markets.
Condo and townhome options
Beyond single-family homes, the inventory includes 12 condos and a few townhomes, good for downsizers and investors.
A balanced, negotiable market
Homes take a median of 51 days to sell and close near 96% of asking, giving buyers real room to work.
Beach and causeway access
The barrier island and Atlantic beaches sit just across the Halifax River via nearby causeways.
Population
13,322
Median age
48.1
Median income
$54,931
Median home value
$210,500
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% 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.
Active
Top 14% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 16% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Entertainment
Top 17% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Active
Top 17% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Emotional
Top 18% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median South Daytona home
≈ $2,210/mo
$259,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
34%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$1,499/mo
Median rent
7 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
South Daytona real estate FAQs
Is South Daytona a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want to be close to the coast and the Halifax River without beachfront pricing. The city is compact and residential, with a mix of single-family homes and condos, and it works well for first-time buyers, retirees, and investors. The area is part of Volusia County, so you get county services alongside the city's own feel.
Is South Daytona expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable mainland options in the area, with a median list price of $259,000 and listings ranging from $92,500 up to $1,200,000. The median home size is about 1,198 sqft at roughly $207 per square foot. You can find plenty under the median by using browse by price.
What do homes cost in South Daytona?+
The median list price is $259,000 and the median sold price over the past year was $257,450, so asking and selling prices track closely. Prices run from the low $90,000s for smaller condos up to about $1.2M for the top of the market. Most inventory is single-family homes, with condos filling the lower price tiers.
How is the South Daytona housing market right now?+
It's a balanced market that favors prepared buyers: 53 homes are active, the median days on market is 51, and 110 homes sold over the last 12 months. Sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price on average, which signals room to negotiate. Watching just reduced listings can surface the best openings.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $398 per month, which mostly reflects the condo and townhome communities rather than standalone houses. The median property tax is around $2,847 per year. Single-family buyers who avoid HOA communities will often see no monthly association fee at all.
What schools serve South Daytona?+
South Daytona Elementary School is the most common assigned elementary school for the area. Because zoning can vary by address, confirm the exact elementary, middle, and high school with Volusia County Schools before you make an offer. The county's school-locator tool lets you check attendance boundaries by street address.
What's the commute to Orlando like?+
South Daytona is a coastal city, so Orlando is a drive rather than a quick hop — roughly 61 minutes to downtown Orlando, about 71 minutes to Universal, and around 75 minutes to Orlando International Airport (MCO). It works for occasional trips but is a long daily commute. Most residents stay local on the Volusia coast for work and errands.
Is there new construction in South Daytona?+
No — there are currently zero new-construction listings active, so the market is almost entirely resale homes. That means mid-century and later single-family houses plus established condo buildings. Buyers wanting newer construction may need to look at surrounding Volusia County communities.
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