Deltona Daytona metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to DeLand, FL
About DeLand
DeLand (~37,351 residents, 2020 Census; ~48,158 estimated 2026, per worldpopulationreview.com, read September 24, 2026) is the county seat of Volusia County and its fastest-growing inland city. Founded in 1876 and nicknamed "The Athens of Florida," it is home to Stetson University — Florida's oldest private college — and a vibrant downtown along Woodland Boulevard lined with historic masonry buildings. DeLand was the first city in Florida to have electric street lighting. The Museum of Art - DeLand and a busy MainStreet district give it a distinct college-town character.
Home prices in DeLand
Home prices in DeLand vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in DeLand
- Downtown DeLand and Woodland Boulevard historic district
- Stetson University campus
- Museum of Art
- DeLand Municipal Airport
- Spec Martin Memorial Stadium
Commuting from DeLand
- Approximate drive to central Daytona Beach: 25–30 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, via I-4/SR-44).
DeLand FAQs
- What is the housing market like in DeLand, FL?
Home prices in DeLand vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from DeLand, FL?
Approximate drive to central Daytona Beach: 25–30 minutes (approximate; traffic-dependent, via I-4/SR-44).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.