After being cooped up for so many months, it is only natural that many people are looking for their dream home with plenty of land to go with it. In many parts of the country, including Florida, it is not always easy to find the right luxury home with plenty of land. However, in DeLand, FL, newer, luxury homes with plenty of acres are waiting for you and your family. And if you cannot find your dream home, you always have to option of buying a vacant property and having it built for you. Here’s why DeLand is the best place to find what you’re looking for.
Land is Always a Wise Investment
Having plentiful land when buying a home gives you tons of room to turn your dream home’s yard into your own paradise. It also gives you plenty of room to build a new dream home or expand an existing home to make it into what you’ve envisioned for yourself.
You cannot go wrong with buying land. It is an asset that will continue to grow in value because it is a limited resource. You could choose to develop all or some of your land to suit your family’s needs. However, your use of land will depend on zoning and whether the property is part of a POA or HOA.
DeLand is Great for All Ages
While DeLand is home to Stetson University (Florida’s oldest college), Daytona State College, and Florida Technical College, it has a good mix of families, young people, and seniors. New construction continues to bring more homes and businesses to the area and the city’s economy benefits from the continued growth.
Unlike larger cities, the cost of living in DeLand is very affordable and there is plenty of space to enjoy quiet living. Most residents own their homes in this Orlando suburb that puts you out of the hustle and bustle of more congested areas. The schools in DeLand are also considered to be above average in quality, as well.
Up and Coming Area and It’s Only Going to Get Better
If you haven’t considered moving to DeLand in the past, it is time to take another look. This city is now considered as one of the up-and-coming areas in Volusia County and Florida. The downtown area has gone through a revival with an abundance of small shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. However, it still maintains its endearing small-town charm.
The city is the first community in Florida to receive the Main Street designation in 1997 when it was recognized as a “Great American Main Street Award” winner by the National Trust for Historic Preservation Main Street Center. DeLand also won IndependentWeStand.org’s “America’s Main Streets” contest and is the only community to win both these awards.
DeLand’s governing bodies, including the City Commission and Planning Board, updates its Vision Plan every 10 years to ensure that the city’s quality of life will only continue to grow for new residents. Public input is welcomed in the City’s visioning process called “You are DeLand.”
Something for Everyone in DeLand
Aside from its small-town vibe, DeLand offers plenty to do for all ages, hence why it is a great place for buying a home. Do you like theatre, musicals, or film festivals? The historical Athens Theatre is restored to its original splendor and is a centerpiece of DeLand’s downtown. DeLand is also home to other historical sites, including Florida’s first luxury estate, the Stetson Mansion. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is a fine example of blending Gothic, Tudor, Polynesian, Moorish, and cottage styles together.
For those who cannot get enough of the great outdoors, there are parks galore for hiking, watersports, bird watching, fishing, and boating. Art enthusiasts and history buffs will both appreciate the museums and history that DeLand has to offer.
DeLand is Centrally Located between Major Areas
Many people have a misconception of Florida living by thinking the state is all about its beaches and amusement areas. Nicknamed “The Athens of Florida,” DeLand is located in Central Florida between Daytona Beach and Orlando, which are both practically less than an hour away. You get the best of all worlds by enjoying nearby beaches as well as amusement parks, all while living in the serenity of the slower-paced, small city life of DeLand.
Even closer to DeLand are the cities of Deltona, Sanford, and Lake Helen. The city is surrounded by plenty of wide-open spaces with numerous state parks and forests.
DeLand is located near major highways, including:
- Interstate 4
- US Route 17
- US Route 92
- FL State Road 44
- FL State Road 11
The city is home to the DeLand Municipal Airport and is served daily by Amtrak, the national passenger rail service. Local transit service is available through VOTRAN (the Volusia County Public Transit System).
What Are You Waiting For?
The time is now for buying a home with plenty of land in DeLand. Do not miss out on finding your family’s dream home. Contact Palmetto Realty today to get started on your search!