University Circle Homes for Sale in Ormond Beach, FL

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

A small, quiet beachside Ormond Beach cul-de-sac of established single-family homes set on the barrier island between the Atlantic and the Halifax River.

Beachside cul-de-sacEstablished 1960s homesBetween ocean and river

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.

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LiveMarket PulseDBAAR

$550K

Median Price

0mo

Supply

n/a

Avg DOM

Soft

Seller Leverage

$250/sf

Median $/Sqft

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1-Yr Price Change

0now

Distress

Jon's Current Read

"University Circle reads as a small, quiet beachside enclave on the Ormond Beach barrier island, a short cul-de-sac of established single-family homes between the Atlantic and the Halifax River. With only about twenty homes and very little trading at any one time, this is a scarcity-and-condition market: the buy is the lot, the home's updates, and the flood and insurance picture, not a neighborhood average. Third-party listing data accessed June 2026 suggests a median in the mid six figures, which fits a beachside Ormond address; confirm per home."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

University Circle market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $550K ($250 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 3 recent closings in live Daytona-area MLS data.

Third-party sources describe roughly twenty homes on University Circle, many dating to the early 1960s, on lots that average around a third of an acre. Because the homes vary in age, size, and how much they have been updated, the right comparison is house-by-house on lot, condition, and any waterfront or water-view position rather than a single neighborhood number.

The location is the draw: a beachside Ormond address a short walk or drive from the no-drive sections of the beach, with the Halifax River and the Granada Boulevard corridor of shops and restaurants close by, and Ormond Beach's parks and the Loop scenic drive a short trip north.

As a barrier-island address, flood zone and windstorm insurance are central diligence items here. Two homes on the same street can sit in different FEMA flood zones, so the determination and a bindable insurance quote should be pulled for the specific parcel before writing.

Quick Match

Who University Circle is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a quiet, established beachside Ormond Beach home on a cul-de-sac
Buyers who value a barrier-island address near the ocean and the Halifax River
Buyers comfortable inspecting older homes and verifying flood and insurance per parcel

Probably not for

Buyers who want new construction or a gated amenity community
Anyone unwilling to budget barrier-island flood and windstorm insurance
Buyers who need a large inventory to choose from in a single visit

Market Pulse

How University Circle is performing right now

50/100
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

3Sold 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 University Circle listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are goingn/a2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Knollwood Beach or Ormond 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 footn/a2026 YTD

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

Supply and demand now0 : 0active : pending

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Sold 12mo3

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 University Circle buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in University Circle

Live MLS inventory for University Circle. 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.

122 University Circle home for sale in University Circle

Sold

$590,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,312 sqft · built 1963

122 University Circle, Ormond Beach, 32176

Listed by Simply Real Estate

102 University Circle home for sale in University Circle

Sold

$550,000

4 bd · 2 ba · 2,201 sqft · built 1963

102 University Circle, Ormond Beach, 32176

Listed by Adams, Cameron & Co., Realtors

142 University Circle home for sale in University Circle

Sold

$449,000

4 bd · 3 ba · 2,088 sqft · built 1963

142 University Circle, Ormond Beach, 32176

Listed by Realty Pros Assured

No homes are actively for sale in University Circle 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

University Circle 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 University Circle. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Atlantic beach access~2 to 5 min · east to the barrier-island shore

Halifax River~2 to 5 min · west side of the island

Granada Boulevard (SR-40) shops and dining~5 to 10 min · Ormond Beach core

Ormond Beach mainland / US-1~8 to 12 min · west over the bridge

Interstate 95 access~12 to 18 min · via SR-40

Daytona Beach core~15 to 20 min · south down the coast

Daytona International Airport~20 to 25 min · via I-95 / US-92

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

University Circle (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

University Circle 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 University Circle address.

The takeaway

What is actually moving near University Circle, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in University Circle

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishOrmond Beach's barrier island is essentially built out, so the story for a small enclave like University Circle is scarcity, condition, and insurance rather than new supply.

Beachside scarcity in a tiny enclave

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: University Circle

With only about twenty homes and few trading at a time, supply is thin; a well-kept home on a good lot tends to hold a durable beachside Ormond premium.

Barrier-island flood and windstorm insurance

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Ormond Beach barrier island

Flood zone and windstorm coverage are the carrying-cost swing factors on the island; pull the FEMA determination and a bindable quote for the specific parcel before relying on any estimate.

Older-home condition spread

NeutralMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: University Circle

Many homes date to the 1960s, so roof age, systems, and updates drive value more than square footage; inspect and price house-by-house.

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 University Circle, 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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June 2026
Community
Neighborhood profile documented by third-party sources
Third-party real-estate sources describe University Circle as a quiet beachside Ormond Beach cul-de-sac of about twenty established single-family homes, many from the early 1960s, on roughly third-acre lots between the Atlantic and the Halifax River. Why it matters: Character, home count, and era are reported by third-party sources; verify the specific lot, any deed restrictions, and the FEMA flood zone before relying on them. 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 University Circle buying strategy.

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

Pull the FEMA flood zone for the exact parcel. On the barrier island, confirm the determination and elevation for the specific home, because neighboring lots can differ.

Get a bindable insurance quote. Price flood and windstorm coverage during diligence; on a beachside home this is a major carrying-cost line, not a rounding error.

Inspect the older-home basics. Roof age, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and any salt-air corrosion drive the real cost on 1960s homes; budget them before you write.

Confirm any HOA or deed restrictions. Small older beachside streets often have none; verify in writing whether any association or restrictions apply to the lot.

Comp house-by-house. With few sales, price the specific home on its lot, condition, and water position against the closest comparable beachside Ormond sale, not a broad average.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-kept home with a newer roof and updated systems on a good cul-de-sac lot, priced to its condition rather than a beachside headline number.

Biggest Risk

Deferred maintenance or salt-air wear on an older home, plus flood and windstorm insurance that is higher than a first estimate.

Best Lot

Lot position and any water view or proximity drive the premium; the cul-de-sac setting itself is part of the appeal.

Smart Timing

A thin-supply beachside enclave can move on the right home; a prepared, pre-approved buyer who has done the insurance math is positioned to act when one lists.

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

University Circle is a small, established single-family neighborhood on the Ormond Beach barrier island in Volusia County, ZIP 32176, set on a quiet cul-de-sac between the Atlantic Ocean and the Halifax River. Third-party sources describe roughly twenty homes, many from the early 1960s, on lots that average around a third of an acre. There is no reported HOA, gate, or amenity package, and the central diligence items are the older home's roof, systems, and salt-air condition, plus the FEMA flood zone and a windstorm insurance quote per parcel given the barrier-island setting. The location is the value: a beachside Ormond address near the no-drive beach, the Halifax River, and the Granada Boulevard corridor.

University Circle Homes For Sale

What your money buys in University Circle.

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

Entry: original-condition 1960s homes

$449K to $550K

Smaller homes in largely original condition are the value entry. Budget the roof, systems, and any salt-air repairs, and verify flood and insurance before you write (third-party context, June 2026, not MLS).

Lowest entry

Mid: updated three-bedroom homes

$550K to $590K

Updated three-bedroom homes are the core of the street. Condition, lot, and how recently the home was renovated separate these; price on the closest comparable beachside sale.

Most inventory

High: larger or fully renovated homes

$590K to $590K

Larger or fully renovated homes, especially those with the best lot or water position, sit at the top of the enclave. Price each on its updates, lot, and insurance picture, not a neighborhood average.

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 ~$550K buys here.

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

$449K to $550K

Entry: original-condition 1960s homes

$550K to $590K

Mid: updated three-bedroom homes

Updated three-bedroom homes are the core of the street. Condition, lot, and how recently the home was renovated separate these; price on the closest comparable beachside sale.

$590K to $590K

High: larger or fully renovated homes

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 University Circle, 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 University Circle 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 University Circle 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 University Circle

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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University Circle is about a quiet, established home on a beachside Ormond cul-de-sac, not amenities. The deal is read in the lot, the roof and systems, and the flood and insurance math, not the sticker.

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.

6.6B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.0/10

Renovation Risk6.0/10

Location Efficiency7.8/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.2/10

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 University Circle 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

The lot, the cul-de-sac position, and any water view drive value; there are no shared amenities to pay for.
Barrier-island flood zone and insurance are the carrying-cost swing factors; confirm per parcel.
Roof age, systems, and salt-air condition matter more than square footage on 1960s homes.

In a small beachside enclave, value comes down to the lot and the home's condition. At University Circle, the established homes on a quiet cul-de-sac are driven by roof age, systems, salt-air condition, and any water view or proximity, and the barrier-island setting makes the FEMA flood zone and a windstorm insurance quote central rather than optional. With few sales, the honest approach is to inspect the home and confirm flood and insurance, then price the specific home on its lot and condition against the closest comparable beachside Ormond sale rather than a city median.

The 15-Second Verdict

University Circle in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a quiet, established beachside Ormond Beach home on a cul-de-sac and will do the insurance math.

Strong onLocation and scarcity: a barrier-island address between the ocean and the Halifax River with only about twenty homes.

WatchOlder-home condition, salt-air wear, and barrier-island flood and windstorm insurance.

Not forBuyers who want new construction, a gated amenity community, or a large inventory to choose from.

The edgeA scarce, quiet beachside enclave where a sound home on a good lot holds a durable Ormond premium.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Any HOA or dues are unverified; confirm whether an association or deed restrictions apply.
Budget barrier-island flood and windstorm insurance as the real carrying cost, not HOA dues.
No reported amenity package, gate, or community pool.

University Circle is a small, older single-family beachside neighborhood, and any HOA or mandatory dues are unverified; streets like this often have none. Confirm in writing whether an HOA or recorded deed restrictions apply to the lot. No CDD is expected; confirm per parcel.

There is no reported community amenity package, gate, or pool. The draws are the cul-de-sac setting and the beachside location; verify what, if anything, is collected.

There is no reported private club or mandatory membership; the nearby beach, the Halifax River, and Ormond's parks are the amenities.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a University Circle 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 University Circle.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 University Circle

Thinking of selling in University Circle?

Your buyer is comparing beachside Ormond homes, so sell what is specific and verifiable: the updates you have made, the roof and systems, the lot and any water position, and a clean flood and insurance picture.

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 University Circle, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Knollwood Beach, 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 University Circle home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in University Circle 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 University Circle 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.

University Circle Market Scorecard

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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

n/a

Months supply

n/a

Median list

$550,000

Median sold

$250

Per sqft

n/a

Days on mkt

0/0/3

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32176 ZIP is $348,661, about 2.8% 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 University Circle?

University Circle is a small, quiet single-family neighborhood on the Ormond Beach barrier island, ZIP 32176, on a cul-de-sac between the Atlantic Ocean and the Halifax River.

What kind of homes are in University Circle?

Established single-family homes, many dating to the early 1960s, on lots that average around a third of an acre. Homes vary in age and condition, so compare house-by-house (third-party data, June 2026).

How many homes are in University Circle?

Third-party sources describe roughly twenty homes on the cul-de-sac, which means few trade at any one time. Confirm current availability for a specific home.

What do homes cost in University Circle?

Recent third-party figures suggest a median sale price in the mid six figures, which fits a beachside Ormond address, but pricing is best confirmed per home because condition and lot vary (third-party data, June 2026, not MLS).

Is there an HOA?

Any HOA or dues are unverified. Small older beachside streets often have none; confirm in writing whether an HOA or recorded deed restrictions apply to the lot.

Is University Circle on the beach?

It is a beachside barrier-island address between the Atlantic and the Halifax River, a short walk or drive from the beach rather than direct oceanfront for most homes. Confirm the specific home's position and any beach access.

Is University Circle in a flood zone?

As a barrier-island neighborhood, flood exposure should be checked per parcel; neighboring lots can differ. The FEMA map is authoritative, so confirm the determination for the specific home.

What about insurance here?

Flood and windstorm insurance are major carrying-cost items on the island. Pull a bindable quote during diligence for the specific home rather than relying on an estimate.

Is there a CDD?

No CDD is expected in an established neighborhood like University Circle, but confirm per parcel as a matter of course.

What should I check before buying an older home here?

Inspect the roof age, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and any salt-air corrosion first, since those drive the real cost on 1960s beachside homes, and budget them into your offer.

What schools serve University Circle?

It is served by Volusia County Schools, with assignments set by address. Confirm the current zoned schools for the specific home with the district before you rely on it.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in University Circle?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation, which costs you nothing as the buyer, to read the inspection, flood zone, and comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.

Who is the best real estate agent for University Circle Real Estate?

The best agent for University Circle Real Estate is one who actively works Ormond 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 University Circle Real Estate.

How do I find a top Ormond Beach real estate agent who knows University Circle 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 University Circle Real Estate and the wider Ormond Beach area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for University Circle Real Estate?

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

The Verdict

Should you buy in University Circle?

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

You want a quiet, established beachside Ormond Beach home on a cul-de-sacExcellent fit

You value a barrier-island address near the ocean and the Halifax RiverExcellent fit

You will inspect older homes and verify flood and windstorm insurance per parcelExcellent fit

You want new construction or a gated amenity communityProbably not

You are unwilling to budget barrier-island flood and windstorm insuranceProbably not

You need a large inventory to choose from in a single visitProbably not

Get the inside read on University Circle

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your University Circle 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.

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University Circle Homes for Sale in Ormond Beach, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who University Circle is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How University Circle is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in University Circle

University Circle on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in University Circle

Beachside scarcity in a tiny enclave

Barrier-island flood and windstorm insurance

Older-home condition spread

Neighborhood profile documented by third-party sources

The University Circle buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in University Circle.

What ~$550K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well University Circle holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in University Circle

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 University Circle is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

University Circle in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a University Circle buy.

Thinking of selling in University Circle?

In University Circle, condition and view decide your number

What is your University Circle home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

University Circle Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in University Circle?

Get the inside read on University Circle

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