Ormond Beach Real Estate
Volusia County · Birthplace of Speed
Ormond Beach Homes for Sale
Historic character, real beaches, and gated golf — north Volusia's most established coastal town, where The Loop's oak canopy meets the Atlantic. Here's the honest local picture, including the flood and insurance math that decides your true monthly cost.
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What's My Home Worth?
$395,000
Median Sale Price
▲ +13.2% year-over-year
~150
Active Listings
Beachside (32176)
~43,000
Residents
Established small-town feel
~1.02%
Property Tax
Effective Volusia rate
Market data as of early 2026 (Redfin Data Center). Refreshed each quarter; ask me for your address.
Why Buyers Choose Ormond Beach
More than a beach town
Ormond keeps its tree-lined, small-town character while sitting minutes from the sand. You get history, established neighborhoods, and gated golf — usually with more home for the money than the flashier beach markets to the south.
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Historic character
From the Birthplace of Speed and the Ormond Scenic Loop to Rockefeller’s Casements, this is one of the few Volusia towns with real heritage and tree canopy.
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Real beaches, less crowd
Quiet, drivable beachside from Granada north to Ormond-by-the-Sea — the sand without the spring-break energy of the bigger beach towns.
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Schools that rate
Several Ormond elementaries rate among the county’s best; zoned to Seabreeze or Mainland high. I’ll pull the exact ratings for your specific address.
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Lower carrying costs
Most mainland Ormond sits in lower-risk flood zones than beachfront. My KCAP review prices the flood + insurance math before you write an offer.
Where to Live
Ormond Beach neighborhoods, decoded
From beachside classics to gated golf and newer master-planned construction — here’s what each pocket is really like.
Beachside · Classic
Ormond-by-the-Sea
The quiet beachside strip north of Granada, between the river and the ocean. Older, often no-HOA homes and condos — the area’s most attainable way to live steps from the sand.
~$300K–$700K
Gated · Golf
Plantation Bay
Large gated country-club community straddling the Ormond/Flagler line — two golf courses, clubhouse, pool and tennis, with everything from villas to custom lakefront estates.
~$400K–$1M+
Gated · Golf
Halifax Plantation
Established gated golf community in north Ormond near I-95 — mature landscaping, a championship course, and strong value for the amenity set.
~$350K–$700K
Established · Wooded
The Trails
1970s-planned community off Nova Road known for big lots and a heavy oak canopy — central, established, and walkable to schools and shopping.
~$350K–$600K
Gated · Family
Breakaway Trails
Guard-gated community off Airport Road with a clubhouse, pool, tennis and trails — a popular pick for buyers who want amenities and a central mainland location.
~$400K–$700K
Newer · Value
Hunter’s Ridge
Master-planned and still-growing on the Ormond/Flagler line — newer construction, amenities, and some of the area’s best price-per-square-foot.
~$350K–$600K
Price ranges are ballpark — ask me for live availability in any community.
The Numbers Nobody Explains
Flood, insurance, and the tax trap
Beachside vs. mainland flood: beachfront and barrier-island Ormond (32176) carries real flood-zone and wind exposure; most mainland Ormond sits in lower-risk zones. The difference can be thousands a year in insurance — my KCAP coastal assessment prices it before you offer.
The Save Our Homes trap: the seller’s tax bill is not what you’ll pay. At roughly a 1.02% effective rate, a reassessment after purchase can add thousands. I’ll get you a real projected tax bill — see my Volusia County property tax guide.
Life in Ormond Beach
What you’ll actually do here
A 31-mile scenic loop, state-park trails, riverfront parks and a real historic downtown along Granada — minutes from the beach, without fighting tourist traffic.
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The Ormond Scenic Loop
A 31-mile canopy drive along the Halifax and Tomoka — oaks, marsh and old-Florida riverfront, one of the most beautiful drives in the state.
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Tomoka State Park
Hiking, paddling and fishing where the Tomoka meets the Halifax, just north of downtown.
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Birthplace of Speed
Granada Boulevard’s historic downtown, where early auto racing started on the sand — shops, dining and the riverfront.
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Ormond Memorial Art Museum
A small museum and lush tropical gardens in the heart of town.
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The Casements
Rockefeller’s former winter home and riverside gardens — now a cultural center and event venue.
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Andy Romano Beachfront Park
A modern beachfront park with a splash pad, pavilions and easy beach access just south on A1A.
Good Questions
Ormond Beach buyer FAQ
What do homes cost in Ormond Beach?
The median sale price is around $395,000 (early 2026, up about 13% year-over-year), but it spans a wide range — attainable mainland and Ormond-by-the-Sea homes from the $300Ks up to gated-golf and riverfront/oceanfront well past $1M.
Beachside or mainland — which is right for me?
Beachside (32176) puts you walking distance to the sand but with higher flood and wind insurance. Mainland Ormond trades the walk-to-beach for lower carrying costs, bigger lots and gated-golf options. I’ll run the true monthly-cost math both ways.
Is flood insurance required in Ormond Beach?
It depends entirely on the parcel. Barrier-island and riverfront properties are more likely in a Special Flood Hazard Area where coverage is mandatory; much of mainland Ormond is lower-risk. My KCAP review confirms the zone and prices it before you offer.
How are the schools?
Several Ormond-area elementaries rate among Volusia’s strongest, with high schools zoned to Seabreeze or Mainland depending on address. Zoning isn’t uniform — tell me your target home and I’ll confirm the exact assignments and current ratings.
Is Plantation Bay in Ormond or Flagler County?
Both — the community straddles the county line, which actually affects taxes, schools and services. I’ll tell you which side any specific home sits on before you fall in love with it.
How far is Ormond Beach from Daytona and the airport?
Downtown Daytona and Daytona International Airport are about 10–15 minutes south; Orlando and its airport are roughly an hour via I-95/I-4.
Thinking about Ormond Beach? Let’s talk.
As a KCAP-certified coastal specialist with 75+ Volusia transactions, I’ll match you to the right Ormond pocket, price the flood and tax math honestly, and find the value others miss.
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Related reading: Ormond Beach neighborhood guide · Plantation Bay · Halifax Plantation · The Loop · Ormond vs New Smyrna Beach
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Ormond Beach Listings Summary
Ormond Beach - Town vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Ormond Beach: $577,900 / County Avg $468,600
123%
Avg Taxes in Ormond Beach: $5,300 / County Avg $5,600
94%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Ormond Beach: 2,042 / County Avg 1,964
104%
Avg Price per/sqft in Ormond Beach:$283 / County Avg $239
119%
Avg Year Built in Ormond Beach: 1996 / County Avg 1988
100%
Avg Days on Website in Ormond Beach: 128 / County Avg 134
96%
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