Homes zoned forSouth Daytona Elementary School
Affordable coastal living minutes from the Halifax River
94
Homes for sale
$249,000
Median list price
$188
Avg price / sqft
53
Median days on market
The South Daytona Elementary zone sits in a quiet, walkable pocket of South Daytona, a small town just south of Daytona Beach along the Halifax River. It's the kind of place that suits first-time buyers, retirees and anyone who wants everyday beach-town life without resort-town prices — single-story homes, mature trees and short drives to the water. The feel is practical and settled rather than flashy, which is exactly why it holds appeal for people buying their first or forever home.
For buyers today, the math is friendly: the median list price among South Daytona homes for sale in this zone sits at $248,900, and sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average. With 92 active listings and a median of 55 days on market, there's genuine room to negotiate and compare. Browse the live map to see how the handful of waterfront and pool homes stack up against the mainstream inventory.
South Daytona Elementary School is an attendance zone in South Daytona, Florida.
Quick facts
$92,500 – $1.2M price range
1,251 sqft median home
$283/mo median HOA
$1,750/mo median rent
165 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the South Daytona Elementary zone
The South Daytona Elementary zone covers a quiet residential slice of South Daytona, the small riverside town that sits just south of Daytona Beach along the Halifax River. It's a place defined by everyday practicality: modest single-story homes, mature landscaping and short drives to both the water and the services of the wider Daytona area. The scale is intimate — this is a town-level community rather than a sprawling suburb, and it reads that way on the street.
The zone suits buyers who value affordability and low-key coastal living over prestige or newness. First-time buyers, retirees and anyone downsizing will find the compact floor plans and reasonable prices appealing. With a median home size around 1,240 square feet, most properties here are easy to maintain and well-suited to smaller households.
What you won't find is a resort-town atmosphere or heavy tourist traffic within the zone itself — it's residential first. That makes it a good landing spot for people who want to be near the beach and the river without living in the thick of it. You can get a feel for the neighborhood's range by browsing South Daytona homes for sale.
Schools for homes in the South Daytona Elementary zone
The zone takes its name from South Daytona Elementary School, which anchors the attendance area within Volusia County Schools. For families, the elementary school is the natural starting point when weighing a home here, and the zone's identity is built around it.
School attendance boundaries are not permanent — Volusia County adjusts them from time to time based on enrollment and capacity. Because of that, you should always confirm the current assigned schools for a specific address directly with the school district before you commit to a purchase. Two homes a few streets apart can occasionally fall into different zones.
If schools are a deciding factor in your search, verify the full feeder pattern — elementary, middle and high — with the district rather than relying on a listing alone. Doing that homework early saves surprises later and lets you shop with confidence.
Homes for sale in the South Daytona Elementary zone: prices and housing
The numbers here point to one of the more accessible coastal markets in the region. The median list price is $248,900, with active listings spanning from $92,500 all the way up to $1,200,000 — though only a single property currently sits above the $1 million mark. The average price per square foot is about $188, and the median home measures around 1,240 square feet, reflecting a market of compact, mostly single-story homes.
Over the past 12 months, 166 homes sold at a median price of $242,185, and sellers received about 96% of their asking price on average. There are 92 active listings today with a median of 55 days on market, which signals a balanced environment where buyers can compare and negotiate rather than rush. Among those listings, the specialty segments are small but present: six waterfront homes, 15 with pools and 18 in gated settings, while golf, 55+ and new-construction options are essentially absent.
On carrying costs, the median HOA fee is $384 per month — a figure that applies to the communities that have one, while many single-family homes here carry no association at all. Median annual property tax is about $2,697. There is no active new construction in the zone, so plan on buying resale and budgeting for any updates you want. The live map is the quickest way to sort these segments by price and feature.
Getting around from the South Daytona Elementary zone
Day to day, life here stays close to home within the Daytona area, with the beach and the Halifax River both a short drive away. The town's layout favors quick local trips over long commutes, which is part of its appeal for retirees and remote workers.
Orlando is reachable but firmly a day-trip proposition rather than a daily drive. Expect roughly 58 minutes to downtown Orlando, about 68 minutes to Universal Orlando and around 72 minutes to Orlando International Airport (MCO). The route west runs along the major interstate corridor that connects the coast to Central Florida.
For buyers who split time between coastal living and occasional trips inland, that distance is manageable — close enough for airport access and theme-park weekends, far enough to keep the pace quiet. Just be realistic that a daily Orlando commute from here would be long.
Is the South Daytona Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who want affordable, near-the-coast living in a small, settled town. The median list price of $248,900, the balanced 55-day market and the 96%-of-asking sold figure all point to a place where a patient buyer can negotiate and get real value. First-time buyers, downsizers and retirees are the natural audience.
The trade-offs are worth naming honestly. There's no new construction, no golf or 55+ communities, and the specialty inventory — six waterfront and 15 pool homes — is limited, so buyers with specific must-haves may need to wait for the right listing. Homes are compact at a median 1,240 square feet, and a daily Orlando commute would be long at roughly an hour each way.
If your priorities are price, proximity to the water and a low-key town feel, this is a strong candidate worth a close look. If you need a large new home, resort amenities or a short inland commute, you'll likely weigh it against other areas. Start with the current South Daytona homes for sale to see whether the mix matches your list.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$360,000
36 SILK MOSS COURT, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,829 sqft
$360,000
139 GREEN HERON COURT, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,176 sqft
$249,000
921 ASPEN DRIVE, SOUTH DAYTONA
2 bd · 1 ba · 920 sqft
$200,000
116 BOB WHITE COURT UNIT 1160, DAYTONA BEACH
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,278 sqft
$279,900
194 GRAY DOVE COURT, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,454 sqft
$248,800
780 BENNETT ROAD, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,264 sqft
$220,000
630 OLIVE STREET, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 1 ba · 882 sqft
$159,999
910 BIG TREE ROAD UNIT 7-2, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,442 sqft
$94,900
1600 BIG TREE ROAD UNIT F2, DAYTONA BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 630 sqft
$192,500
2066 OAK MEADOW CIRCLE, SOUTH DAYTONA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,442 sqft
$324,900
109 MORNING DOVE COURT, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,402 sqft
$290,000
104 FAIRFAX DRIVE, DAYTONA BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,218 sqft
Every active listing inside the South Daytona Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The South Daytona Elementary School market
165
Sold, last 12 months
$242,185
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
42 days
Median time to sell
South Daytona Elementary School vs South Daytona
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 11.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the South Daytona Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median South Daytona Elementary School home
≈ $2,037/mo
$249,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$283/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,750/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
24,624
Median age
47
Median income
$57,841
Median home value
$214,463
Beyond the listings
Living in South Daytona Elementary School
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% 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 20% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
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Appearance oriented
Top 20% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Emotional
Top 23% 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.
Active
Top 24% 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.
Entertainment
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.
Straight answers
South Daytona Elementary School FAQs
Is the South Daytona Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for buyers who want small-town, near-the-coast living without the premium of beachfront neighborhoods. The homes trend toward compact single-story floor plans, and the Halifax River is close by. It suits first-time buyers and downsizers more than anyone chasing new construction or large lots.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable coastal zones in the area, with a median list price of $248,900 and homes ranging from $92,500 up to $1,200,000. The average price per square foot is about $188. Most inventory sits well below the luxury end, with only one listing above $1 million.
What do homes cost in the South Daytona Elementary zone?+
Over the last 12 months, 166 homes sold at a median price of $242,185, and the current median list price is $248,900. Median home size is around 1,240 square feet at roughly $188 per square foot. You can compare active listings across price points on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's a balanced, unhurried market: 92 homes are active, the median time on market is 55 days, and sellers are getting about 96% of asking. That combination gives buyers real negotiating room without the pressure of a bidding war. It's a good environment to take your time and compare options.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee in the zone is $384 per month, though many single-family homes carry no HOA at all — the figure reflects the communities that do. Median property tax runs about $2,697 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA and tax figures for any individual property before you make an offer.
What are the schools like?+
This zone is anchored by South Daytona Elementary School, part of Volusia County Schools. School attendance boundaries change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with the district before buying. The South Daytona homes for sale listings can be filtered to match your preferred area.
How is the commute to Orlando?+
You're on the coast, so Orlando is a day-trip rather than a daily commute: downtown Orlando is about 58 minutes, Universal Orlando roughly 68 minutes, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) around 72 minutes. For most residents, work and errands stay closer to home in the Daytona area. The drive west is straightforward via the major interstate corridor.
Is there new construction in this zone?+
Not currently — there are zero active new-construction listings in the South Daytona Elementary zone, so the market here is almost entirely resale homes. Buyers wanting something newer will typically be renovating an existing property. The housing stock skews toward established, compact homes rather than new builds.
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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