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| What DeLand is like for active adults |
De Land is a small town just west of Daytona Beach in North Florida. It is the home of Stetson University, named after its early benefactor, the founder of the famous hat company. Stetson Univ. was the first private college in Florida. Although the population is about 24,000 it is part of the Daytona metro which has a large population. It is the county seat of Volusia County.
The Downtown DeLand Historic District is a mixed-use neighborhood near downtown DeLand. A second area called the Garden District is also being developed. DeLand is also home to many growing companies and is diversified economically.
Average selling home prices in the 4th quarter of 2007 in Daytona/Deltona/Ormond Beach were $181,100, down about 8% from the previous year. |
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| What is special about this community |
| Downtown Deland Historic District. Garden District, a new redevelopment project that is currently underway. Strong economic base. Stetson University and its historic district. It is near the beaches of Daytona Beach. John B. Stetson House. |
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| A variety of important companies call the DeLand area home. |
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| Physical environment |
| DeLand is in northern Florida about 11 miles west of Daytona Beach. It has a sub-tropical climate which is mild in winter and hot and rainy in winter. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Florida Hospital DeLand serves DeLand. Other hospitals are a short drive away in Orlando, Sanford, and Daytona Beach |
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| Transportation |
| DeLand transportation options include airports in Daytona Beach, Orlando/Sanford, and Orlando, all of which are within 45 miles. AMTRAK has a station in DeLand |
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| DeLand Active Communities |
| Facts about DELAND | | State | : FL | | Environment | : Small Town, | | City Population | : 10,000-25,000 | | Median age of Population | : 25-44 | | Avg Jan Temperature | : 41-60 | | Median HH Income | : 20,001-40,000 | | Average Home Price (MLS) | : $100,000-$200,000 | | Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house | : NA | | Total Crime Index | : 81-90 (low) | | Cost of Living Index | : 91-100 (slightly below average) | | Culture Index | : 81-90 (low) | | Name of the Guide | : |
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