Real places, real neighborhoods and current market numbers, verified by broker Ryan C. Winslow.
What Ormond Beach is known for
Ormond Beach calls itself the Birthplace of Speed. Early automakers raced on its hard-packed sand starting in 1902. Today it is known for a quiet beachside, the Halifax and Tomoka rivers, and the 34-mile Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail.
Settlers from Connecticut founded the town around 1874 and called it New Britain. It incorporated as Ormond in 1880 and became Ormond Beach in 1949. Henry Flagler bought and expanded the Hotel Ormond in 1888, and John D. Rockefeller later wintered next door at The Casements. Ormond Beach feels calmer and more residential than Daytona Beach to the south. Life centers on Granada Boulevard, the riverfront parks and the state parks to the north.
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Where to live
Established community off Granada Blvd and Main Trail, built mostly 1970 to 1990. Mature trees, townhouses to executive homes, some riverfront lots, plus a clubhouse, pool and lighted tennis courts. (source)
Gated community west of I-95 off SR 40 with 24-hour security. Homes from the 1980s to present on large lots, with a clubhouse, pool, tennis, ball fields, lakes and nature trails. (source)
Golf community in north Ormond Beach built around an 18-hole course. Homes sit on the course, on lakes or on private lots, with pools, tennis, a fitness center and a clubhouse restaurant. (source)
Single-family neighborhood in ZIP 32174 with lakes, swimming and tennis amenities and a nearby nature preserve. Most homes have 2 to 4 bedrooms. (source)
Country club community with golf and resort-style amenities. It spans two counties, Volusia and Flagler, and sits near the state parks north of town. (source)
Quiet established neighborhood with ranch-style homes, a short drive from the ocean. (source)
Local favorites
Captain Jimmy Hull opened it in 1984. Order the catch of the day, blue crab gumbo or the house smoked fish dip. (source)
Deck dining over the Tomoka River with Cajun-leaning Florida dishes and Three Toed Pete's bar. (source)
1930s supper club setting with steaks, seafood, live music Thursday to Saturday and the outdoor Havana Bar. (source)
Independent oceanfront spot open since 2002. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with ocean views. (source)
Seasonal, organic-leaning menu with sweet potato biscuits and guava butter. Strong vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. (source)
Family-run by the Peckhams since 1994. Known for all-you-can-eat snow crab served every day. (source)
Family business since 1981 with hand-tossed New York-style pizza, dough made daily and homemade pasta. (source)
Neighborhood pizzeria with dough made fresh daily plus Greek dishes and salads. (source)
After hours
Specialty roastery founded in 2016 by Carl and Michele Dupper at 187 S Yonge St. Open to the public Fridays and Saturdays for fresh beans and coffee drinks. (source)
Volusia County's first brewery, opened in 2013 at 301 Division Ave. Pours house-brewed craft beers and homemade root beer, with an in-house kitchen. (source)
Covered tiki bar and gastropub at 49 W Granada Blvd since 2013. Live music most nights, specialty cocktails and a chef-driven menu. (source)
Riverside outfitter inside Tomoka State Park. Rents kayaks and canoes, runs pontoon tours and sells bait, snacks, beer and wine. (source)
Four-acre oceanfront park at 869 S Atlantic Ave with free off-beach parking, a splash pad, playground, pavilion and beach access. (source)
Shopping
Every Thursday, 8 am to 1 pm, year-round at City Hall Plaza, 22 S Beach St. Produce, baked goods, honey, plants, art and prepared food. (source)
Upscale consignment store and on-site auction house at 136 W Granada Blvd since 2013. Furniture, antiques, art and a nautical department called Dunn's Too. (source)
Locally owned surf shop at 201 E Granada Blvd near the beach. Surfboards, skateboards, sunglasses and Salty Dog shirts. (source)
Gourmet shop at 240 N Nova Rd with extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, specialty foods and gift baskets. (source)
Custom framing shop and art gallery at 23 W Granada Blvd in the Arts District. Monthly exhibits and Gold Leaf Coffee Co. inside. (source)
Outdoors
Nearest state park, at 2099 N Beach St. Paddling, fishing, camping, a Timucuan village site called Nocoroco and a half-mile hammock nature trail. (source)
Home of the Fairchild Oak, one of the largest live oaks in the South. The Bulow Woods Trail runs nearly 7 miles. Some trail sections were closed for storm cleanup. (source)
About 149 acres between US 1 and Nova Rd with lakes, canals, kayak launches, fishing piers and the G.F. Althouse Trail. (source)
21,574-acre refuge near DeLeon Springs on the St. Johns River. About 15 miles of trails for hiking, biking and birding. (source)
Undeveloped barrier island beach with Mosquito Lagoon, Turtle Mound and Eldora State House. The Apollo Beach entrance is south of New Smyrna Beach. (source)
Things to do
John D. Rockefeller's former winter home at 25 Riverside Dr, now a city cultural center on the National Register. Free tours and riverfront Rockefeller Gardens. (source)
Museum founded in 1946 at 78 E Granada Blvd. Rotating exhibits, the Malcolm Fraser collection and 2.5 acres of gardens with a turtle sanctuary. (source)
Small oceanfront park at 21 Ocean Shore Blvd with a replica racing garage and plaques on the early beach land-speed records. (source)
550-seat city arts venue at 399 N US Highway 1. Hosts local theater, concerts and touring shows. (source)
34-mile state and national scenic byway along North Beach St, Old Dixie Hwy and A1A. Links the ocean, the state parks and downtown. (source)
On the calendar
Free outdoor art festival on New Britain Ave with 70-plus exhibitors, artist demos, music and a kids zone. (source)
Two-day festival in Rockefeller Gardens with Celtic music stages, Highland Games, a Clan Village and vendors. (source)
Ormond MainStreet fundraiser in Rockefeller Gardens with samples from about two dozen local restaurants, beer, wine and live music. (source)
Free two-day festival in Rockefeller Gardens and Fortunato Park with live music, food vendors and local artisans. (source)
Schools
Ormond Beach Elementary School, Pine Trail Elementary School, Tomoka Elementary School, Pathways Elementary School
Ormond Beach Middle School, David C. Hinson Middle School (Daytona Beach, serves part of west Ormond)
Mainland High School (Daytona Beach), Seabreeze High School (Daytona Beach)
Calvary Christian Academy, Riverbend Academy, St. Brendan Catholic School, Chabad Esformes Hebrew Academy, The Children's House, Montessori Global Research Institute
Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. (source)
Broker notes
I-95 runs along the west side of town. Granada Blvd (SR 40) is the main east-west street and crosses the Halifax River to the beach. US 1, Nova Rd and Williamson Blvd run north-south on the mainland, and A1A runs along the beach.
Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) is about 20 minutes south. Orlando International (MCO) is about 1 hour 15 minutes away.
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.