Real places, real neighborhoods and current market numbers, verified by broker Ryan C. Winslow.
What Edgewater is known for
Edgewater sits on the Indian River just south of New Smyrna Beach, with a riverfront Riverwalk and mangrove paddling trails that launch from Menard-May Park. It is a boatbuilding town, home to Boston Whaler, EdgeWater Power Boats, Everglades and SOLACE Boats. Fishing, kayaking and rocket launch views across the lagoon are part of everyday life here.
Dr. John Milton Hawks settled the area and named it Hawks Park, promoting it as a New England village on Florida's east coast. By 1887 it had 41 houses, citrus and beekeeping drove the economy, and in 1888 steamboats shipped 11 tons of honey from town. The Florida Legislature renamed it Edgewater on October 24, 1924, and Boston Whaler moved its operations here from Massachusetts in 1993. Edgewater is a quiet riverside town of retirees, boaters, anglers and working families, many employed in local marine manufacturing. Days center on the river, the parks along Riverside Drive, and quick trips to the New Smyrna beaches a few miles away.
Redfin, August 2026. Full market report.
Where to live
A large subdivision west of U.S. 1 that dates to the 1940s and was built in phases. Mostly single-story ranch homes and bungalows of brick and concrete on quarter to third acre lots, with shaded streets, few sidewalks and Whistle Stop Park nearby. (source)
Waterfront streets along the Indian River with small-town character. Housing runs from manufactured homes to riverfront houses with private docks, and Menard-May Park is the local launch for kayaks and paddleboards. (source)
A gated 55+ community of manufactured homes on the Intracoastal Waterway. Residents share a private boat launch, piers, and a recreation center with a heated pool, tennis and bocce. (source)
A fly-in community between U.S. 1 and I-95 built around a private airfield. Homes and commercial lots can have direct taxiway access, so pilots keep planes at home. (source)
A new master-planned community next to I-95 spanning Edgewater and New Smyrna Beach, with more than 4,000 acres set aside for conservation. Construction began in 2025 and first home deliveries are expected in early 2027. (source)
The original town core near City Hall on North Riverside Drive and Park Avenue. Older homes sit close to George R. Kennedy Memorial Park, the Riverwalk and the river views that drew the first settlers. (source)
Local favorites
Family-owned spot known for broiled rock shrimp and slow-roasted prime rib, with a full bar and an early bird menu. (source)
Local barbecue standby for pulled pork, baby back ribs, smoked turkey and a salad bar. (source)
Casual New York-style pizzeria with dine-in beer and wine, plus its 28/28 Pizza Challenge. (source)
Thin crust pizza, catering and reservations for group dinners. (source)
Locals go for tacos, burritos, fajitas, chips and salsa and margaritas. (source)
Sushi rolls and Thai dishes for dine-in, takeout or delivery. (source)
Homemade ice cream flavors made on site, plus soft serve, sundaes, shakes and acai bowls. (source)
Brown butter brownies, cupcakes, scones and custom cakes. Open Wednesday through Saturday. (source)
After hours
Small brewpub in a South Riverside Drive business park pouring house-brewed beer with a kitchen menu of sandwiches and soups. (source)
Local bar and grill on South Ridgewood Avenue with a live music and events calendar, open until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. (source)
Paved path along the Intracoastal Waterway for walking, jogging and biking, with river views and bird watching. (source)
City hub on South Ridgewood Avenue with the Southeast Volusia Family YMCA, lighted ball fields, an amphitheater, a nature trail and the Edgewater Community Market. (source)
Volusia County branch library on West Indian River Boulevard with events, curbside pickup and six-day hours. (source)
Shopping
Main grocery stop on South Ridgewood Avenue with a pharmacy, deli, bakery, sushi and Publix Liquors. (source)
Family-run Italian deli on South Riverside Drive selling fresh, homemade dishes to heat at home. The meatballs are the best seller. (source)
Walkable downtown in neighboring New Smyrna Beach with galleries, antique shops and specialty stores. It is a short drive north. (source)
Five-block stretch in New Smyrna Beach running from the river to the ocean, lined with boutiques, surf shops and seaside galleries. (source)
Outdoors
Riverfront park with a fishing pier, sand boat launch, volleyball, pavilion and playground. It is the launch point for the city's marked paddling trails and the July 4th celebration. (source)
Waterfront park across from City Hall with boat ramps, a fishing pier, pavilions and picnic tables. (source)
Oak-shaded park on West Park Avenue with a dog park, basketball court, walking trail, gazebo and playground. (source)
Marked kayak routes such as Three Sisters, Browns Bay and Pine Island Bay that cross the Intracoastal to mangrove islands where paddlers spot dolphins, manatees and roseate spoonbills. (source)
National seashore with undeveloped beaches, Mosquito Lagoon, Timucua shell mounds and the historic Eldora State House. The Apollo Beach entrance is at the south end of A1A in New Smyrna Beach. (source)
A 140,000-acre refuge overlaying Kennedy Space Center, known for bird watching and Black Point Wildlife Drive. (source)
The nearest state park, with lagoons for canoeing and fishing, more than 160 bird species during migrations, and campsites. (source)
Things to do
Nonprofit in New Smyrna Beach offering boat, kayak and walking eco-tours of the Indian River Lagoon led by Florida Master Naturalists. (source)
A free 17-acre county historic site with the coquina ruins of an early 1800s sugar mill raided during a war between the Seminole and the United States. (source)
The largest Timucua shell mound on Florida's Atlantic coast, rising about 35 feet inside Canaveral National Seashore. (source)
Florida's tallest lighthouse at 175 feet, built in 1887, with museum buildings and tours in Ponce Inlet. (source)
Space Shuttle Atlantis and Apollo exhibits a short drive south. Rocket launches are visible from Edgewater's riverbanks. (source)
On the calendar
Music, vendors, food trucks, kids activities and a costume contest at Menard-May Park, with fireworks at dusk over the river. (source)
Free Saturday morning parade with floats, school bands and Santa. The 2025 parade ran along 30th Street. (source)
Lighted boats start just south of Menard-May Park and cruise north up the river into New Smyrna Beach. (source)
Evening community market at Hawks Park, 1108 South Ridgewood Avenue. (source)
Schools
Edgewater Public School, Indian River Elementary School
New Smyrna Beach Middle School
New Smyrna Beach High School
Discovery Academy, Creative Pathways Preparatory Academy
Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. (source)
Broker notes
U.S. 1 (Ridgewood Avenue) runs through town, SR 442 (Indian River Boulevard) connects to I-95, and I-95 links north to Daytona Beach and south to the Space Coast.
Daytona Beach International Airport (about 30 min), Orlando Sanford International Airport (about 50 min), Orlando International Airport (about 1 hr 10 min). Massey Ranch Airpark serves private pilots in town.
Ryan C. Winslow, broker/owner of Winslow Homes. REALTOR® since 2009, 3,000+ homes sold, broker in FL, MA, CT and RI, U.S. Army Retired.
Researched and verified 2026-09-28. Businesses change; call ahead.