DeLand, Florida
Nestled in the heart of Central Florida, DeLand serves as the vibrant county seat of Volusia County. With a rich history dating back to its founding in 1876, DeLand boasts a population that appreciates its blend of vintage charm and modern amenities. The city’s historic downtown area is a hub of activity, featuring an array of boutiques, art galleries, and top-rated restaurants like ‘The Table Restaurant’ and ‘Cress Restaurant’. DeLand is also home to Stetson University, Florida’s oldest private college, whose red-brick buildings and verdant campus add to the city’s picturesque landscape.
Beyond its bustling downtown, DeLand offers numerous attractions for residents and visitors alike. The DeLeon Springs State Park is a popular spot, where one can take a dip in the refreshing spring waters or enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Old Spanish Sugar Mill restaurant. The city is also known for the DeLand Naval Air Station Museum, which pays tribute to its World War II history. An interesting tidbit about DeLand is its title as the “Skydiving Capital of the World”, attracting thrill-seekers from all over to experience skydiving at its best. With its mix of history, culture, and natural beauty, DeLand stands as a beacon of Central Florida’s diverse offerings.
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Deland City Facts
Zoned Schools: Citrus Grove Elementary, George W Marks Elementary, Freedom Elementary | Southwestern Middle, Deland Middle | Deland High
Crime Rate: Deland is a safe neighborhood. B+ Based on violent and property crime rates – Source
Average Home Price (2023): $378,000
Local Businesses & Attractions
Reptile Discovery Center
Enjoy a walk on our beautiful outdoor trail where you will see all kinds of reptile species — lizards, alligators, tortoises and more — active and sunning in their natural enclosures.
Our indoor exhibits house rattlesnakes, cobras, mambas and many other snakes from all over the world. New this year to those displays are a rare white rattlesnake and a taipan.
The live venom extraction program — given at 11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday — is guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat!
We look forward to seeing you and are sure you will find you visit, unique, fun, educational and highly entertaining!
The Stetson Mansion
Welcome! The Stetson Mansion is Florida’s first luxury home and the grandest home ever built in Florida during the 19th century! Built in 1886 by famed hat maker and philanthropist John B. Stetson, his winter retreat was the only richly detailed “Gilded Age” estate built in Florida. It has been restored and updated in a timeless fashion. (The picture above shows the estate in 2005 before the restoration began.) The Stetsons were known for hosting magnificent parties and gatherings for local townsfolk and some of the most elite and influential citizens of our country’s “most prosperous era.” Henry Flagler built a private railway spur to the Stetson estate so the finest “art” in architectural building materials could be delivered on site. Edison installed the electric! Even if the house was empty the details are captivating.
Athens Theater
The Athens Theatre is a fully restored historic theatre. Once the centerpiece of DeLand, this red-bricked beauty is a jewel of Italian Renaissance architecture. This historic theatre was designed in 1921 by prominent Orlando architect Murray S. King and first opened its doors on January 6th, 1922. Above the stage’s proscenium arch is an original 1920’s Grecian frieze by artist Samuel Judson Stone. Each year the Athens Theatre presents six large theatrical productions by the Athens Theatre Company & Youth Academy, numerous concerts, community events, and gatherings.
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