Deltona Lakes vs Venetian Bay
Two Volusia communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-04.
| Metric | Deltona Lakes | Venetian Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $322K | $410K |
| Price per sq ft | $177 | $228 |
| Avg days on market | 108 days | 130 days |
| Months of supply | 3.0 mo | 4.6 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | +1% | +5% |
| Recent closings | 69 | 92 |
The verdict
Venetian Bay carries the higher median price — about 27% above Deltona Lakes. Homes in Deltona Lakes sell faster (108 days on market vs 130). Deltona Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (3.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Deltona Lakes | Venetian Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Volusia County, FL | Volusia County, FL |
| City / area | Deltona | New Smyrna Beach |
| ZIP | 32725 | 32168 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 97% of 33 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 66% of 44 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Deltona Lakes | Venetian Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 17 | 35 |
| Under contract | 12 | 10 |
| Asking prices today | $216K to $400K | $285K to $1.1M |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 3 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Condominium, Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Deltona Lakes homes for sale · Venetian Bay homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Deltona Lakes | Venetian Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 344 | 1,263 |
| Built | 1966–2023 (median 1985) | 2004–2024 (median 2020) |
| Typical living area | 1,529 sq ft | 1,929 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 68% | 59% |
| Vacant lots | 14 | 162 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Deltona Lakes median | Venetian Bay median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $61K (39 sales) | $195K (59 sales) |
| 2013 | $89K (26 sales) | $199K (48 sales) |
| 2014 | $80K (77 sales) | $208K (85 sales) |
| 2015 | $82K (64 sales) | $247K (55 sales) |
| 2016 | $115K (57 sales) | $236K (53 sales) |
| 2017 | $144K (55 sales) | $297K (88 sales) |
| 2018 | $172K (46 sales) | $314K (118 sales) |
| 2019 | $180K (71 sales) | $344K (124 sales) |
| 2020 | $220K (53 sales) | $350K (167 sales) |
| 2021 | $224K (50 sales) | $352K (193 sales) |
| 2022 | $285K (31 sales) | $395K (121 sales) |
| 2023 | $299K (61 sales) | $461K (107 sales) |
| 2024 | $300K (54 sales) | $510K (105 sales) |
| 2025 | $300K (69 sales) | $537K (89 sales) |
| 2026 | $310K (75 sales) | $497K (96 sales) |
Since 2012, Deltona Lakes's median sale price is +408% and Venetian Bay's is +155% — Deltona Lakes has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Deltona Lakes | Venetian Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.8% | 96.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 10% |
| Typical sold home | 1,654 sq ft | 2,081 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 51 (normal) | 36 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Deltona Lakes | Venetian Bay | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Deltona Lakes | Chisholm |
| Middle | Deltona | New Smyrna Beach |
| High school | University | New Smyrna Beach |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Deltona Lakes is the lower entry point (median $322K vs $410K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Venetian Bay; Deltona Lakes trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Deltona Lakes (108 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Venetian Bay more expensive than Deltona Lakes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Venetian Bay is $410,000 versus $322,000 in Deltona Lakes, about 27% higher.
Which has newer homes, Deltona Lakes or Venetian Bay?
Venetian Bay: its homes were built 2004–2024 with a median year of 2020, versus a median of 1985 in Deltona Lakes (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Venetian Bay. The typical home there is 1,929 sq ft of living area, versus 1,529 sq ft in Deltona Lakes.
Which has appreciated more, Deltona Lakes or Venetian Bay?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 408% in Deltona Lakes and 155% in Venetian Bay (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Deltona Lakes — sellers there received 96.8% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.0% in Venetian Bay.
What high schools serve Deltona Lakes and Venetian Bay?
Listings in Deltona Lakes most often report University; listings in Venetian Bay report New Smyrna Beach. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Deltona Lakes homes, photos & schools · Venetian Bay homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.