AI-Scored Rankings • Updated 2026-04-03

Best Apartments in Daytona Beach, FL — Scored by AI

ListWise scores every Daytona Beach neighborhood on safety, walkability, schools, commute time, and rental value. See which areas actually match your lifestyle — not just what's cheapest.

$1,300/mo
Median Rent
73,103
Population
8
Neighborhoods Scored
Halifax Health
Top Employer
Local Insights

Why Daytona Beach? What Renters Need to Know

Daytona Beach is affordable with a cost of living about 5% below the national average. Median rent is around $1,300/month.

Quick Facts

Population 73,103
Median Rent $1,300/mo
Top Employer Halifax Health
Neighborhoods 8 scored by AI
Rent vs. National$1,300 vs $1,500 national median

Rent Comparison

Daytona Beach median rent is $200 below the national median of $1,500/mo — an affordable market.

Largest Employer

The largest employer in Daytona Beach is Halifax Health, making the Ormond Beach area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.

Top Neighborhoods

Top Neighborhoods in Daytona Beach

Ranked by ListWise's composite AI score. Top 3 shown free — unlock all 8 for the full picture.

#1

Ormond Beach

Score: 85/100
Safety A
Walk Score 38
Avg Rent $1,450
Schools 8/10
#2

Port Orange

Score: 83/100
Safety A
Walk Score 32
Avg Rent $1,400
Schools 8/10
#3

Beachside

Score: 82/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 55
Avg Rent $1,500
Schools 7/10

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#4

LPGA

Score: 80/100
Safety A
Walk Score 25
Avg Rent $1,350
Schools 7/10
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#5

Downtown Daytona

Score: 78/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 72
Avg Rent $1,250
Schools 6/10
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#6

Holly Hill

Score: 76/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 42
Avg Rent $1,150
Schools 6/10
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#7

New Smyrna Beach

Score: 74/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 45
Avg Rent $1,450
Schools 7/10
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#8

DeLand

Score: 72/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 50
Avg Rent $1,200
Schools 7/10
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How It Works

How ListWise Scores Daytona Beach Apartments

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FAQ

Frequently Asked About Daytona Beach

What is the cost of living in Daytona Beach?

Daytona Beach is affordable with a cost of living about 5% below the national average. Median rent is around $1,300/month. No state income tax.

Is Daytona Beach good for retirees?

Excellent. Beach lifestyle, affordable living, good healthcare (Halifax Health), mild winters, and active adult communities make it popular for retirees.

What are the best neighborhoods?

Ormond Beach and Port Orange are the safest with best schools. Beachside has ocean access. New Smyrna Beach is a charming alternative.

What is there to do?

Daytona International Speedway, 23 miles of beaches, Marine Science Center, Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse, and the Daytona Beach Boardwalk.

How is the job market?

Healthcare, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, tourism/hospitality, and International Speedway Corporation anchor employment.

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