Daytona Beach Real Estate

Footsteps of the Past, Paths to the Future
Enjoy a central location in Daytona Beach Shores, convenient to major centers of commerce, yet retains a strong historical tradition with fascinating remnants of Florida's colorful past just minutes away. The sweep of Florida's history stirs and surprises. The characters are countless and fascinating, from seven-foot native Timucuan Indians to Spanish conquistadors and Elizabethan pirates; from British and Spanish "owners" of Florida to raiding U.S. troops and brave, resistant Seminoles; from Africans who slaved on plantations to those who fought in the Civil War; from rum runners to top-hatted tourists to tycoons obsessed with cars and trains.
Just a sample of nearby historical sites include Tomoka Mounds and Middens, one of the earliest Native American settlements on the Central East Coast; the Bulow Plantation Ruins State Historical Site, founded in 1821; Dummett Sugar Mill, Florida's first steam-powered sugar mill; Sugar Mill Botanical Gardens, which include ruins of an English sugar mill, botanical gardens and statuary; Old Fort Park, with 40 archaeological digs at the site of the ill-fated Turnbull Colony of Minorcans; and Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse, built more than a century ago.
Other noteworthy sites include the Casements, former winter home of John D. Rockefeller; Halifax Historical Museum; Freemanville Historic Site; Mary McLeod Bethune home and gravesite; Howard Thurman Home; the Rosewood Exhibit at Bethune-Cookman College, and much more.
Let the Adventures Begin
If active outdoor living is your idea of paradise, you've come to the right place. First and foremost, of course, is "The World's Most Famous Beach," its sand and blue waters only steps from your home. The county's 47 miles of beaches - some 500 feet at ebb tide - are perfect for basking, beachcombing, and a myriad of lively sports.
Fabulous Fishing
Located in the heart of "The Redfish Capital of the World," Daytona Beach Shores offers some of the most exciting salt and freshwater fishing anywhere. Anglers at Mosquito Lagoon regularly land monsters exceeding 40 pounds or more - and pound for pound, redfish are among the hardest fighting fish in the world.
In addition to redfish, area anglers reel in marlin, sailfish, wahoo, tuna, king mackerel, grouper, red snapper, amberjack and many other magnificent fish. Charter services are plentiful and crews are expert at helping you land the "big one." Surf fishing is also a year-round activity, and species such as pompano, whiting, bluefish, flounder and more thrive in the area. You may even want to try your cast in the annual Greater Daytona Beach Striking Fish Tournament held each May.
Freshwater fishing is superb, with excellent bass fishing on the legendary St. Johns River. Whether veteran or beginner, you'll enjoy sight fishing, fly fishing, live bait, lure fishing and more.
Water Sports and Outdoor Recreation
Why should the fish have the water to themselves? Get in the swim with snorkeling, scuba, surfing, or simply a leisurely lap in the pool. A variety of dive shops with complete equipment can be found. And if boating is your favorite pastime, you'll find all varieties - from sailing, kayaking, canoeing and jetskiing to parasailing.
The area abounds with springs, lakes, rivers and wonderfully diverse state parks and campgrounds. The St. Johns River is one of the most mystically scenic rivers in America, and one of only three that flow south to north. It links magnificent parks with wildlife preserves along the county's western border. DeLeon Springs State Recreation Area offers 600 acres of varied activities: boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking and swimming in the 72-degree spring.
Ecotourists flock to the region, and not only for the flocks of sea and song birds (200 species in all). A river cruise will reveal an exotic realm of indigenous flora and fauna. Resident alligators sun on the banks, and manatees are gentle winter visitors.
Golf, Tennis and More
Back on dry land, the area's 20+ championship golf courses will help you hone your game. Designed by some of the game's greats like Rees Jones, Arthur Hills, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Lloyd Clifton and Bill Amick, these beautiful courses are guaranteed to challenge your personal best. The area is also home to the Ladies Professional Golf Association and the LPGA International Golf Course, which hosts national tournaments.
Whether you're a tennis player or tennis spectator, you're in good shape here. Year-round mild weather allows outdoors play, or you can watch world-class amateur tennis. This is the backyard of USA Tennis Florida, which hosts several topnotch tournaments each year.
You can also cheer for fast-paced college basketball and get a jump on the baseball season with spring training at Jackie Robinson Stadium. At its entrance is a life-sized statue of the history-making player.
Family Entertainment (Zoom Zoom!)
All ages will enjoy family-friendly attractions like the Museum of Arts and Sciences Planetarium, the Marine Science Center, Daytona Beach Boardwalk, Daytona Ghost Walk, themed miniature golf courses, even guided tours of Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory, Daytona Beach's tradition of fine candy-making since 1925.
Feel the need for speed? Daytona Beach Shores was the site of the Measured Mile, where Sir Malcolm Campbell pushed his legendary Bluebird to 276 mph. Visit the racing walk of fame at Max Samuely Park and learn more about the birthplace of speed and its constantly broken records.
Take a lap over to the famous Daytona International Speedway and Daytona USA, the popular interactive motorsports attraction that features simulator rides, a movie, tours of the Speedway, the Bluebird V and more. The Speedway is home to the Daytona 500 but also to racing as diverse as you'll find anywhere: 190 mph NASCAR stock cars, 125 mph go-karts and thrilling 170 mph Superbikes.
Art and Culture
The Daytona Beach area abounds in cultural opportunities that may surprise first-time visitors. The London Symphony presents an annual season, a symbol of the region's love of music and its many excellent venues for the performing arts, including theatre: the Daytona Playhouse, Seaside Music Theatre, Peabody Auditorium, Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, Ocean Center, Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation and Performing Arts Center, Daytona Beach Bandshell Concert Series, the Daytona Beach Symphony Society and the coming state-of-the-art News Journal Center.
The visual arts are equally well represented by the renowned Atlantic Center for the Arts, Southeast Museum of Photography, Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, African American and Caribbean American Museum of Art, Art League of Daytona Beach, and the Fred Dana Marsh Museum.
Dining, Shopping and Nightlife
Indulge your taste for the good life with a luscious meal and ocean view.
With an obvious taste for the good life, you surely appreciate the culinary arts - and you'll have no trouble indulging in a luscious meal (with complimentary ocean view). Freshly caught seafood is naturally superb, but don't overlook ethnic specialties, sizzling steaks or the All-American beachside cheeseburger. Popular restaurants include Inlet Harbor Marina Restaurant, Boondocks, Outback Steakhouse, Gators Pizza and more. Not to be missed is Teauila's Hawaii, the exotic dinner theatre that features authentic Polynesian dancers and a spectacular stage show. Teauila's even boasts an active indoor "volcano."
Take a stroll down Main Street Pier where you'll find dining, a gondola skyride, revolving space needle and more. If games of chance appeal to you, try your luck at the SunCruz Casino, a 560-passenger Las Vegas-style gaming ship that offers five-hour day and evening cruises.

All that glitters and more can be found at exciting area shopping venues.
All that glitters, shimmers and feels good can be found at exciting area shopping venues. One unique shopping experience is the Ocean Walk Shoppes at the Village. A four-level shopping, dining and entertainment complex, it offers an ocean view, a 10-screen movie theater, a pedestrian walk-over and some of the best retail stores anywhere.