Forest Lake Homes for Sale in Daytona Beach, FL

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

An affordable, established single-family neighborhood on the mainland in the south Daytona Beach area, with compact homes at accessible prices.

Single-family homesAffordableMainland Daytona Beach

Live Market Pulse

50/100
Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.

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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Built fromLive DBAAR data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

LiveMarket PulseDBAAR

$180K

Median Price

6mo

Supply

41days

Avg DOM

Soft

Seller Leverage

$141/sf

Median $/Sqft

-12%

1-Yr Price Change

0now

Distress

Jon's Current Read

"Forest Lake is an affordable, established single-family neighborhood on the mainland in the south Daytona Beach area, and the read is entry-level value: compact homes in a tight price band that compete on affordability and a convenient location rather than amenities. With little community overhead on the single-family homes, carrying cost is mostly taxes and insurance. The work is comping the specific home by condition and pulling the per-address flood zone; note the Forest Lake name also attaches to nearby apartments, so confirm you are comparing single-family to single-family."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Forest Lake market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $180K ($141 per sq ft), with homes averaging 41 days on market and 6.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Values are down 12% over the past year and up 176% since 2013, based on 4 recent closings in live Daytona-area MLS data.

Forest Lake is an established single-family neighborhood on the mainland in the Daytona Beach area, in the 32119 zip near the south end of the city (neighborhoods.com and BEX Realty profiles, 2026). It competes as an affordable, established residential pocket rather than a gated or amenity community.

Single-family homes here are compact, ranging from about 900 to over 1,100 square feet, with recent asking prices roughly from $210,000 to $277,900 (BEX Realty, 2026). Treat any single figure as illustrative and comp the specific home against the closest recent sale.

The Forest Lake name also attaches to nearby apartment and condo communities (for example along Forest Lake Boulevard), so a buyer should confirm whether a given listing is a single-family home in the neighborhood or a unit in a separate rental or condo community before comparing.

As a mainland neighborhood with little or no community association overhead for the single-family homes, the carrying cost is mostly taxes and insurance. Buyers should confirm any deed restrictions for the specific property, pull the FEMA flood zone for the address, and verify school assignments by address.

Quick Match

Who Forest Lake is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want an affordable, established single-family Daytona Beach home
First-time buyers and value buyers who want a compact, accessible home
Owner-occupants who prefer a residential street over a gated community

Probably not for

Buyers who want a large home or a gated, amenity-rich community
Anyone who needs to be on or walk to the beach (this is the mainland side)
Buyers who want new construction or a uniform subdivision

Market Pulse

How Forest Lake is performing right now

50/100
momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

6Months of supplytight

41Median days on marketdays

0 : 2Under contract vs for salestrong demand

4Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+176%Median price since 2013appreciation

-6%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from DBAAR, as of June 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Forest Lake listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$180K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Madison Heights or Daytona Beach. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$1412026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

Supply and demand now2 : 0active : pending

For sale2

Pending0

Sold 12mo4

Active and pending listings now vs homes sold in the last 12 months.

8.6A- score

Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Forest Lake buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Forest Lake

Live MLS inventory for Forest Lake. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

184 W Sandalwood Court home for sale in Forest Lake

Active · 25 daysTop listing

$179,900

2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,250 sqft · built 1983

184 W Sandalwood Court, Daytona Beach, 32119

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by Coldwell Banker Coast Realty

188 W Sandalwood Court home for sale in Forest Lake

Active · 57 days

$150,000

2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,250 sqft · built 1983

188 W Sandalwood Court, Daytona Beach, 32119

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by Coldwell Banker Coast Realty

Interactive Map

Forest Lake on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from DBAAR; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Drive times from Forest Lake. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Beville Road / shopping~5 to 10 min · everyday shopping and dining

Interstate 95~5 to 10 min · west via Beville Rd or US-92

Daytona Beach (the beach)~10 to 15 min · east over the bridges

Port Orange (Dunlawton)~5 to 10 min · shopping and dining to the south

Daytona International Airport~5 to 10 min · regional air service

Daytona International Speedway~5 to 10 min · off US-92

Halifax River / Intracoastal~10 min · boating access nearby

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

Forest Lake (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Volusia County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Forest Lake is served by Volusia County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Forest Lake address.

The takeaway

What is actually relevant to buyers in Forest Lake, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Forest Lake

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Forest Lake, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe neighborhood is established with no new master-planned phase, so the live items for buyers are the Volusia County tax and insurance picture and the per-address flood zone.

Volusia County property taxes and flood zones

NeutralCarrying cost here is mostly taxes and insurance; the millage and the per-address FEMA flood zone drive the real monthly. Pull both for the specific home. impact

SignificanceRadius: Per parcel

Volusia County property taxes and flood zones

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Forest Lake, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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2024
Taxes
Volusia County millage and assessments
Volusia County property tax rates run in the mid-teens to low twenties in mills depending on the taxing district, with an effective rate around one percent of value (Volusia County Property Appraiser, 2024 tax year). Why it matters: Because the single-family homes carry little or no HOA, taxes and insurance are the main carrying-cost lines; read the parcel's tax bill and an insurance quote during diligence. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Forest Lake buying strategy.

If we were buying in Forest Lake, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Confirm single-family versus rental or condo. The Forest Lake name attaches to nearby apartment and condo communities; confirm a listing is a single-family home in the neighborhood before comparing.

Comp by condition. Homes sit in a tight size and price band, so updates and lot separate prices; price off the closest recent neighborhood sale.

Pull the FEMA flood zone for the address. Check the specific home's zone and get an insurance quote before you write.

Confirm any deed restrictions or dues. Most single-family homes are not in a formal HOA; verify whether the specific property carries any restrictions.

Verify school assignments by address. Volusia County assigns schools by address; confirm the exact zoned schools using the district locator.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-kept compact home in move-in condition, priced off the closest neighborhood comp, with the flood zone verified.

Biggest Risk

Confusing single-family with nearby rental or condo product, and per-address flood and insurance cost.

Best Lot

Larger and better-positioned lots carry a premium; the neighborhood is not gated, so position matters.

Smart Timing

Confirm current days on market; affordable mainland Daytona homes can move quickly when priced right.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Forest Lake is an established single-family neighborhood on the mainland in the Daytona Beach area, in the 32119 zip near the south end of the city. Single-family homes are compact, from about 900 to over 1,100 square feet, with recent asking prices roughly from $210,000 to $277,900 (BEX Realty, 2026). The Forest Lake name also attaches to nearby apartment and condo communities, so buyers should confirm the product type. Most single-family homes carry little or no formal HOA.

Forest Lake Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Forest Lake.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Forest Lake today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

Entry: smaller homes needing updates

$175K to $180K

The value end of Forest Lake, the smaller compact homes near the lower end of the band that need work, around the low $200,000s. Comp to the closest neighborhood sale and read the flood zone.

Lowest entry

Mid: updated compact homes

$180K to $485K

The core of the neighborhood: compact single-family homes in move-in condition, into the mid-to-high $200,000s. Updates and lot separate these; price off the nearest comparable.

Most inventory

High: larger or fully updated homes

$485K to $485K

The upper end runs to the larger or fully renovated homes in the neighborhood. Price each on condition and lot rather than the neighborhood name.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$180K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

$175K to $180K

Entry: smaller homes needing updates

The value end of Forest Lake, the smaller compact homes near the lower end of the band that need work, around the low $200,000s. Comp to the closest neighborhood sale and read the flood zone.

$180K to $485K

Mid: updated compact homes

The core of the neighborhood: compact single-family homes in move-in condition, into the mid-to-high $200,000s. Updates and lot separate these; price off the nearest comparable.

$485K to $485K

High: larger or fully updated homes

The upper end runs to the larger or fully renovated homes in the neighborhood. Price each on condition and lot rather than the neighborhood name.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Forest Lake, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Better lots and views resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Forest Lake is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Forest Lake holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

No CDD on the tax billStrong

Central Intracoastal West locationStrong

Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong

$30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive

All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Forest Lake

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Underbudgeting the carrying costs
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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Affordability and a central south-Daytona location are the draw at Forest Lake. The deal is in buying the right single-family home at the right comp and verifying the flood zone, not in a name that also attaches to nearby rentals.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

6.7C+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength6.8/10

Renovation Risk6.2/10

Location Efficiency7.4/10

Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.4/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Forest Lake is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live DBAAR feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live DBAAR feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from DBAAR; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

Condition and lot drive price within a tight size band; updated homes and larger lots carry a premium.
Smaller, dated homes are the value play.
Comp single-family to single-family, not against nearby rentals or condos.

In Forest Lake, value is driven by home condition and lot within a tight compact-home size band. Larger and better-positioned lots and updated homes command a premium. Because the Forest Lake name also attaches to nearby rental and condo communities, the honest approach is to compare a single-family home only against the closest single-family neighborhood sale, with the per-address flood zone verified.

The 15-Second Verdict

Forest Lake in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an affordable, established single-family Daytona Beach home in a convenient mainland location.

Strong onValue and location: compact homes near Beville Road, I-95, the airport, and the Speedway.

WatchThe Forest Lake name also attaches to nearby rentals and condos, so confirm the product, plus per-address flood cost.

Not forBuyers who want a large home, a gated community, or to walk to the beach.

The edgeLittle or no HOA and an affordable basis keep the all-in monthly low and manageable.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Most single-family homes carry little or no HOA.
Carrying cost is mostly taxes and insurance.
Confirm a listing is a neighborhood single-family home, not a nearby rental or condo unit.

Most single-family homes in Forest Lake are not part of a formal mandatory homeowners association, so for most properties the carrying cost is taxes and insurance rather than dues. Confirm whether the specific property carries any association dues or deed restrictions, and confirm it is not a unit in a nearby rental or condo community, before you rely on it.

Where any restrictions apply, confirm exactly what they cover; the single-family neighborhood has no clubhouse or amenity campus.

There is no golf course or private club; Forest Lake is an established single-family neighborhood.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Forest Lake buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxVolusia County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Forest Lake.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Forest Lake

Thinking of selling in Forest Lake?

Your buyer is cross-shopping the other affordable mainland Daytona Beach neighborhoods, so sell what is specific and verifiable: that it is a single-family home, its condition and updates, the lot, and the flood zone.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across the Jacksonville metro for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus the Jacksonville metro average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Forest Lake, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Madison Heights, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Forest Lake home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Forest Lake matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

See homes for sale in Forest Lake on the map →

Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Forest Lake year by year since 2013, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Volusia County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,789/mo

Volusia County typical true cost to own

$151/mo

Volusia County typical home insurance

Check CDD

Confirm before you offer

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Volusia County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Forest Lake Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Forest Lake is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $164,950, and homes go under contract in about 46.0 days.

6.0

Months supply

$164,950

Median list

$179,950

Median sold

$141

Per sqft

46.0

Days on mkt

2/0/4

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32119 ZIP is $246,215, about 7.8% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Forest Lake?

It is an established single-family neighborhood on the mainland in the Daytona Beach area, in the 32119 zip near the south end of the city.

Is it on the beach?

No. Forest Lake is on the mainland. The beach is a drive east over the bridges, roughly 10 to 15 minutes.

What kind of homes are there?

Compact single-family homes from about 900 to over 1,100 square feet. Note the Forest Lake name also attaches to nearby apartment and condo communities.

What do homes cost?

Recent single-family asking prices have run roughly from $210,000 to $277,900 (BEX Realty, 2026). Treat this as illustrative and comp the specific home.

Is there an HOA?

Most single-family homes are not in a formal mandatory association, so carrying cost is mostly taxes and insurance. Confirm whether the specific property carries any dues or restrictions.

Is Forest Lake the same as the apartments?

No. The Forest Lake name attaches to nearby apartment and condo communities as well as the single-family neighborhood. Confirm which a listing is before comparing.

What are the property taxes like?

Volusia County millage runs in the mid-teens to low twenties depending on the taxing district, with an effective rate around one percent of value (Volusia County Property Appraiser, 2024).

Is flood insurance required?

It depends on the specific parcel's FEMA flood zone. Pull the zone for the address and get a bindable quote before you write.

What schools serve Forest Lake?

It is in the Volusia County School District, with assignments set by address. Verify the exact zoned schools for a specific home using the district locator.

What is nearby?

Beville Road shopping, I-95, the airport, the Speedway, Port Orange to the south, and the beach a short drive east.

How do I price a home here?

Confirm it is a single-family home, then price off the closest recent neighborhood sale rather than a figure that mixes in rentals or condos.

Is Forest Lake a good place to buy?

For an affordable, compact single-family home in a convenient location, it is an entry-level value; the main work is confirming the product type, comping by condition, and a flood-zone check.

Who is the best real estate agent for Forest Lake?

The best agent for Forest Lake is one who actively works Daytona Beach and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Forest Lake.

How do I find a top Daytona Beach real estate agent who knows Forest Lake?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Forest Lake and the wider Daytona Beach area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Forest Lake?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Forest Lake purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Forest Lake?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want an affordable, established single-family Daytona Beach homeExcellent fit

You want a compact, accessible home in a convenient mainland locationExcellent fit

You will confirm the product type, comp by condition, and verify the flood zoneExcellent fit

You want a large home or a gated, amenity-rich communityProbably not

You want to be on or walk to the beachProbably not

You want new construction or a uniform subdivisionProbably not

Get the inside read on Forest Lake

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Forest Lake home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

You are all set.

A Momentum Realty Forest Lake specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in Forest Lake - what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. © 2026 Daytona Beach Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Forest Lake Daytona Beach median home price history from 2013 to 2025, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Forest Lake Daytona Beach, Florida by year (2013 to 2025). Source: Momentum Realty.

Forest Lake Homes for Sale in Daytona Beach, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Forest Lake is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Forest Lake is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Forest Lake

Forest Lake on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Forest Lake

Volusia County property taxes and flood zones

Volusia County millage and assessments

The Forest Lake buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Forest Lake.

What ~$180K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Forest Lake holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Forest Lake

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Forest Lake is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

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HOA, CDD & Fees

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In Forest Lake, condition and view decide your number

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Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

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Forest Lake Market Scorecard

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