Sun Lake Estates Homes for Sale in Port Orange, FL

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

A quiet lakeside pocket of single-story homes around a small freshwater lake in central Port Orange.

Around a freshwater lakeSingle-story homesLow-cost HOA

Live Market Pulse

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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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$452K

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Jon's Current Read

"Sun Lake Estates is a quiet, established community of single-story homes wrapped around a small freshwater lake in central Port Orange, off Clyde Morris Boulevard near Dunlawton Avenue, and the read is value and setting: this is roomier, low-maintenance living on a lake with a low-cost HOA, central to everything in Port Orange, rather than a beachside or high-amenity play (Neighborhoods.com, 2026). Lakefront lots with private docks are the premium; interior lots are the value."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Sun Lake Estates market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $452K ($227 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 2 recent closings in live Daytona-area MLS data.

Sun Lake Estates is an established single-family community in central Port Orange, Volusia County, in the 32129 ZIP code, located off Clyde Morris Boulevard near Dunlawton Avenue and built around a small freshwater lake. It is a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood of single-story homes on generous lots (Neighborhoods.com, 2026; Alice Cooper Team, 2026).

The homes are single-story ranch plans, generally three to four bedrooms in roughly the 1,400 to 2,400 square foot range, many with screened porches or patios facing the lake or wooded areas; lots typically run about 0.2 to 0.4 acres, with larger parcels on the lakefront (Neighborhoods.com, 2026). Treat specifics for any individual home as approximate and confirm on the listing.

Water is the organizing feature. A number of homes sit on the lake with private docks or water views, and the community maintains a shared dock and lakeside green space through its homeowners association; the HOA is reported as low-cost, covering the community dock, lakeside landscaping, and shared areas (Neighborhoods.com, 2026; Alice Cooper Team, 2026).

Pricing reflects a solid, mid-market Port Orange neighborhood: homes here have generally sold between roughly the mid-$300,000s and high-$500,000s depending on lake frontage, updates, and lot size (Neighborhoods.com, 2026). The central location, minutes from Dunlawton shopping, Interstate 95, and the beach over the bridge, is a core part of the appeal.

Quick Match

Who Sun Lake Estates is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a single-story home on or near a small lake
Buyers who value a low-cost HOA and a central Port Orange location
Right-size buyers who want a generous lot without high-amenity dues

Probably not for

Buyers who want oceanfront or a large gated, amenity-rich community
Anyone who needs a brand-new home or a two-story floor plan
Buyers unwilling to do dock and shoreline diligence on a lakefront lot

Market Pulse

How Sun Lake Estates is performing right now

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momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

0Months of supplytight

57Median days on marketdays

0 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand

2Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

+0%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 Sun Lake Estates listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$314K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Spruce Creek Estates or Port Orange. 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$1452026 YTD

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

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

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Sun Lake Estates

Live MLS inventory for Sun Lake Estates. 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.

6150 Half Moon Drive home for sale in Sun Lake Estates

Sold

$539,900

4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,878 sqft · built 1992

6150 Half Moon Drive, Port Orange, 32127

Listed by Allphase Realty

513 Sun Lake Drive home for sale in Sun Lake Estates

Sold

$365,000

4 bd · 2 ba · 2,190 sqft · built 1991

513 Sun Lake Drive, Port Orange, 32127

Listed by Simply Real Estate

No homes are actively for sale in Sun Lake Estates right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, as of 2026-06-25, priced high to low. © 2026 Daytona Beach Area Association of REALTORS®, Inc.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Interactive Map

Sun Lake Estates 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 Sun Lake Estates. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Dunlawton Avenue shopping (The Pavilion)~5 min · main Port Orange retail corridor

Interstate 95~5 to 10 min · via Dunlawton Ave (SR-421)

Port Orange / South Daytona core~5 to 10 min · east toward US-1 and the river

The beach (over the Dunlawton bridge)~12 to 15 min · east over the bridge

Halifax Health hospital (Port Orange)~10 min · nearby medical campus

Daytona Beach International Airport~12 to 15 min · north near the Speedway

Daytona Beach core~15 to 20 min · north on US-1 or I-95

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

Sun Lake Estates (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

Sun Lake Estates 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 Sun Lake Estates address.

The takeaway

What actually bears on a Sun Lake Estates purchase, sourced and dated. For an established lakeside single-family community the live items are the county tax picture and the specific home's lot and condition, not new construction.

Recent Developments in Sun Lake Estates

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThis is a built-out community, so there is little new competing supply; what moves a deal is the individual home's condition, its lake position, and the all-in tax and insurance cost rather than a development pipeline.

Volusia County millage and lakefront considerations

NeutralYour annual carrying cost is set by the Volusia County millage on the assessed value plus standard insurance; a lakefront lot adds shoreline and drainage considerations, though a central inland location avoids the highest coastal wind tiers. impact

SignificanceRadius: Parcel-level

Volusia County millage and lakefront considerations

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 Sun Lake Estates, 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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Taxes
Volusia County 2024 millage and assessed values
Property taxes here are set by the Volusia County Property Appraiser's assessed value and the 2024 millage for the county and Port Orange taxing authorities, billed annually; the parcel's flood-zone designation, especially for a lakefront lot, shapes insurance cost. Why it matters: Pull the specific parcel's assessed value, homestead status, and FEMA flood zone before you write; a lakefront lot can carry different flood and drainage considerations than an interior one even in the same community. 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 Sun Lake Estates buying strategy.

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

Confirm the HOA fee and what it covers. The HOA is reported as low-cost, funding the community dock and lakeside areas; get the current figure and inclusions directly before you write.

For a lakefront home, inspect the shoreline and any dock. Check the bank, any seawall or dock, and drainage, and confirm what is private versus shared community waterfront.

Pull the parcel on the Volusia County Property Appraiser. Read the assessed value, homestead status, and tax history for the exact address (VCPA, 2024).

Get the flood zone and an insurance quote. A central inland lot usually avoids coastal tiers, but a lakefront parcel can differ; pull the FEMA flood zone and a real quote during diligence.

Comp by lake position and updates. Lakefront, lake-view, and interior homes trade differently; price off the closest same-position, same-condition sale, not a community median.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated single-story home with a lake view and a low verified HOA, priced off a like-position comp.

Biggest Risk

Overpaying for an interior lot at a lakefront price, or missing shoreline and drainage issues on the water.

Best Lot

Lakefront lots with docks are the premium; lake-view next; interior lots the value play.

Smart Timing

Single-story lake homes in central Port Orange hold steady demand, so a sound, well-priced home is worth acting on.

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

Sun Lake Estates is an established single-family community in central Port Orange, Volusia County, ZIP 32129, off Clyde Morris Boulevard near Dunlawton Avenue, built around a small freshwater lake. Homes are single-story ranch plans, generally three to four bedrooms in roughly the 1,400 to 2,400 square foot range on lots of about 0.2 to 0.4 acres, many with lake views or frontage and private docks. A low-cost HOA maintains the shared community dock and lakeside areas, and homes have generally sold between roughly the mid-$300,000s and high-$500,000s depending on lake frontage, updates, and lot size (Neighborhoods.com, 2026).

Sun Lake Estates Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Sun Lake Estates.

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 Sun Lake Estates today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

Entry: interior single-story homes needing updates

$365K to $365K

The lower end of Sun Lake Estates is an interior-lot single-story home due for updates, often starting in roughly the mid-$300,000s (Neighborhoods.com, 2026). Price these on condition and confirm the HOA; the lake community carries them even off the water.

Lowest entry

Mid: updated homes with lake views

$365K to $540K

The core of the community is an updated single-story home with a lake view or partial frontage, near the middle of the price range. Condition and how much water the lot sees separate these more than the floor plan does; comp by lake position.

Most inventory

High: lakefront homes with private docks

$540K to $540K

The top of Sun Lake Estates is a lakefront home with a private dock and substantial water frontage, reaching into the high-$500,000s (Neighborhoods.com, 2026). Frontage, shoreline condition, and updates drive the premium; price each on its own lot.

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 ~$452K buys here.

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

$365K to $365K

Entry: interior single-story homes needing updates

$365K to $540K

Mid: updated homes with lake views

$540K to $540K

High: lakefront homes with private docks

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 Sun Lake Estates, 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 Sun Lake Estates 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 Sun Lake Estates 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 Sun Lake Estates

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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Sun Lake Estates sells a single-story home on a quiet lake with a low HOA in the middle of Port Orange. The deal is found in matching the price to the lake position and verifying the shoreline, so the buyer who comps by water wins.

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.

7.4B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.6/10

Renovation Risk6.6/10

Location Efficiency7.6/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.2/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.0/10

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 Sun Lake Estates 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

Lakefront lots with docks carry the premium here.
Lake-view is the middle; interior lots are the value play.
Water position and shoreline condition matter more than headline price; comp by position.

In Sun Lake Estates, the lot is mostly about the lake: a lakefront parcel with a dock commands the top premium, a lake-view lot sits in the middle, and an interior lot is the value entry into the community. Because water position drives price, the honest approach is to compare a home against the closest same-position, same-condition sale, weighing the shoreline and any dock condition and the modest inland tax and insurance cost alongside the price. Buying an interior home at a lakefront price, or the reverse, is the main mistake to avoid here.

The 15-Second Verdict

Sun Lake Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a single-story home on or near a small lake with a low-cost HOA in central Port Orange.

Strong onSetting and value: a quiet lake, generous single-story homes, a low HOA, and a central spot minutes from Dunlawton, I-95, and the beach.

WatchPaying a lakefront price for an interior lot, and shoreline or dock condition on the water; comp by lake position.

Not forBuyers who want oceanfront, a large amenity-rich gated community, or a brand-new two-story home.

The edgeA low-cost HOA and a lake setting in central Port Orange is a scarce, durable value combination.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

The HOA here is reported as low-cost, mainly for the lake and shared areas.
Confirm whether a home's dock and shoreline are private or shared.
Your main recurring costs are county taxes and standard inland insurance.

Sun Lake Estates has a homeowners association reported as low-cost, funding the community dock, lakeside landscaping, and shared areas. Get the current figure and exact inclusions directly from the association before you write; we do not publish a dues figure we have not verified.

The HOA is reported to cover the shared community dock, lakeside landscaping, and upkeep of common areas; confirm whether a specific home's waterfront is private or part of the shared facilities.

There is no golf or club membership tied to this neighborhood; the shared amenities center on the lake, the community dock, and lakeside green space.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Sun Lake Estates 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 Sun Lake Estates.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 Sun Lake Estates

Thinking of selling in Sun Lake Estates?

Your buyer is cross-shopping central Port Orange single-story homes, so sell what is specific and verifiable: the lake position, the updates, the low HOA, and the central location.

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 Sun Lake Estates, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Spruce Creek Estates, 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 Sun Lake Estates home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Sun Lake Estates 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 Sun Lake Estates on the map →

Real comps, not a Zestimate.

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.

Sun Lake Estates Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Sun Lake Estates is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Months supply

n/a

Median list

$452,450

Median sold

$227

Per sqft

n/a

Days on mkt

0/0/2

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32129 ZIP is $285,778, about 12.8% 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 Sun Lake Estates?

It is an established single-family community in central Port Orange, Volusia County, ZIP 32129, off Clyde Morris Boulevard near Dunlawton Avenue, built around a small freshwater lake (Neighborhoods.com, 2026).

What kinds of homes are in Sun Lake Estates?

Single-story ranch homes, generally three to four bedrooms in roughly the 1,400 to 2,400 square foot range on lots of about 0.2 to 0.4 acres, many with lake views or frontage (Neighborhoods.com, 2026).

Is there really a lake?

Yes. The community is built around a small freshwater lake, with a number of homes on the water with private docks and others with lake views, plus a shared community dock and lakeside green space (Neighborhoods.com, 2026).

What are the HOA dues?

The HOA is reported as low-cost, funding the community dock and lakeside areas. Get the current figure and inclusions directly from the association; we do not publish a number we have not verified (Neighborhoods.com, 2026).

What do homes cost here?

Homes have generally sold between roughly the mid-$300,000s and high-$500,000s depending on lake frontage, updates, and lot size; comp by lake position rather than a single median (Neighborhoods.com, 2026).

Are the homes single-story?

Yes, the community is known for single-story ranch homes, which is part of its appeal for right-size and one-level buyers; confirm the specific home.

What are the property taxes like?

Taxes are set by the Volusia County Property Appraiser's assessed value and the 2024 millage for the county and Port Orange taxing authorities; pull the parcel's assessed value and homestead status before relying on a figure (VCPA, 2024).

Do I need flood insurance here?

A central inland Port Orange lot usually avoids the highest coastal tiers, but a lakefront parcel can differ. Pull the FEMA flood zone and an insurance quote for the exact address during diligence.

Can I keep a boat or dock on the lake?

Some homes have private docks on the lake, and there is a shared community dock. Confirm for the specific property what is private versus shared and any rules on watercraft.

How far is shopping and the beach?

The Dunlawton retail corridor is about 5 minutes away, Interstate 95 is 5 to 10 minutes, and the beach is roughly 12 to 15 minutes east over the Dunlawton bridge.

What schools serve Sun Lake Estates?

The community 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 before relying on it.

Is Sun Lake Estates a good investment?

A single-story lake home with a low HOA in central Port Orange holds steady value, but lake position drives pricing, so buy on condition and water position and comp like-for-like rather than on a community median.

Who is the best real estate agent for Sun Lake Estates Real Estate?

The best agent for Sun Lake Estates Real Estate is one who actively works Port Orange 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 Sun Lake Estates Real Estate.

How do I find a top Port Orange real estate agent who knows Sun Lake Estates Real Estate?

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 Sun Lake Estates Real Estate and the wider Port Orange area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Sun Lake Estates Real Estate?

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

The Verdict

Should you buy in Sun Lake Estates?

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

You want a single-story home on or near a small lakeExcellent fit

You value a low-cost HOA and a central Port Orange locationExcellent fit

You want a generous lot without high-amenity duesExcellent fit

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

You need a brand-new home or a two-story floor planProbably not

You do not want to do dock and shoreline diligence on a lakefront lotProbably not

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Sun Lake Estates Homes for Sale in Port Orange, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Sun Lake Estates is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Sun Lake Estates is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Sun Lake Estates

Sun Lake Estates on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Sun Lake Estates

Volusia County millage and lakefront considerations

Volusia County 2024 millage and assessed values

The Sun Lake Estates buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Sun Lake Estates.

What ~$452K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Sun Lake Estates holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Sun Lake Estates

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 Sun Lake Estates is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Sun Lake Estates in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Sun Lake Estates buy.

Thinking of selling in Sun Lake Estates?

In Sun Lake Estates, condition and view decide your number

What is your Sun Lake Estates home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Sun Lake Estates Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Sun Lake Estates?

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