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DeLand, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in DeLand
DeLand is a northern suburb of Orlando in Central Florida. Its warm year-round temperatures and community events, as well as its access to Orlando and the Daytona Beach area make…
DeLand is a northern suburb of Orlando in Central Florida. Its warm year-round temperatures and community events, as well as its access to Orlando and the Daytona Beach area make it a popular destination for retirees. DeLand’s 55+ communities lower that average housing costs makes it easy to retire near the water without the price tag.
Climate & Geography in DeLand
Located 25 miles inland from the eastern coast of Florida, DeLand has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are long, hot, and humid, while winters are short, dry, and pleasant. Residents can expect higher than average rainfall, especially in the wet season of late summer, but no snowfall. There are, on average, 232 days of sunshine each year.
DeLand Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
A smaller, mainly residential city, much of DeLand’s entertainment revolves around its downtown community. The historic and recently renovated downtown area has local boutiques, businesses, and eateries. Residents can shop for local food and art at the Friday Farmers Market in Artisans’ Alley. The Athens Theater, a fully restored historic theater, also hosts community events and gatherings in addition to concerts.
Outdoor lovers can head to Hontoon Island State Park, just west of the city, for hiking trails, camping, fishing, biking, and canoeing. The coast of Daytona Beach is only a half-hour away and the attractions of Orlando are an hour away.
In addition, residents enjoy golfing at the various golf clubs in the area, visiting the historic Stetson Mansion built during the Gilded Age, and checking out museums in nearby Deltona.
Cost of Living & Taxes in DeLand
DeLand’s cost of living is just below the national average. The main reason for this is the lower cost of housing, but other indexes like groceries and health care are also below average. Transportation and utilities hover slightly above average.
Florida is tax-friendly to retirees because the state has no income tax at all, meaning all forms of retirement income remain untaxed. Homeowners can qualify for an additional homestead exemption to help with property taxes, and DeLand’s sales tax rate of 6.5 percent is average for the U.S.
Health Care Near DeLand
According to Gallup’s Well-Being Index, Florida ranks in the top 20 states.Â
While AdventHealth DeLand is the only hospital in the city, residents of 55+ communities in Deland have other options nearby. Hospitals near DeLand include AdventHealth Fish Memorial and Central Florida Regional Hospital. Central Florida rates as high performing by the U.S. News. Additional high performing hospitals in Daytona Beach include AdventHealth Daytona Beach and Halifax Health Medical Center of Daytona Beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 4 55+ communities in DeLand, 4 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in DeLand has 60 homes, the largest has 1070 homes, and the average communities consists of 534 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in DeLand. The most recent communities started in DeLand include Cresswind DeLand, The Reserve at Victoria, Cresswind at Victoria Gardens. There are also 2 communities in DeLand that offer new construction homes, including Cresswind DeLand, The Reserve at Victoria.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in DeLand. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Cresswind DeLand is a gated communities with 600 homes, and Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is another gated communities with 1070 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in DeLand stay on the market for around 284 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $405,842, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Reserve at Victoria average around $530,825, while homes in Cresswind at Victoria Gardens average around $385,050.
92 communities near DeLand
2,718 homes near DeLand
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,265 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,524 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,000 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,031 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,223 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,970 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,308 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,258 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,612 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,925 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,837 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,121 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,434 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,344 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|3,193 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,188 sq ft
|Villa
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,246 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,308 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,475 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,464 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,139 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,492 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,196 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,113 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,986 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,986 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,609 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,248 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,033 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,257 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,604 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,799 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,872 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 4 55+ communities in DeLand, 4 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in DeLand has 60 homes, the largest has 1070 homes, and the average communities consists of 534 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in DeLand. The most recent communities started in DeLand include Cresswind DeLand, The Reserve at Victoria, Cresswind at Victoria Gardens. There are also 2 communities in DeLand that offer new construction homes, including Cresswind DeLand, The Reserve at Victoria.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in DeLand. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Cresswind DeLand is a gated communities with 600 homes, and Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is another gated communities with 1070 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in DeLand stay on the market for around 284 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $405,842, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Reserve at Victoria average around $530,825, while homes in Cresswind at Victoria Gardens average around $385,050.
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