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Sell your land in Volusia County for cash
Parcel Buyers buys vacant lots and land throughout Volusia County for cash, including city parcels and unincorporated tracts where zoning, septic and flood review follow different paths. You get a written, no-obligation offer within 24 hours. An independent, licensed title company typically closes about 10 days after signing, depending on title, with no fees or commissions.
By Parcel Buyers · · Lot figures from the 2026 Florida property tax roll · How we made this page
Quick answers
- Who buys land for cash in Volusia County?
- Parcel Buyers is a direct land buyer that makes written, no-obligation cash offers on vacant lots and acreage in Volusia County, Florida, usually within 24 hours. Sales close through an independent title company, typically in about 10 days, with no fees or commissions to the seller.
- What did vacant lots in Volusia County sell for in 2025?
- In 2025, vacant lots in Volusia County sold for a median of $70,000 across 409 arm's-length sales; the middle half sold for $40,000 to $170,000.
- How many vacant lots are in Volusia County?
- The 2026 Florida property tax roll lists 36,639 vacant residential lots in Volusia County; 17% are 1.25-acre homesites, and the median lot is 0.43 acre.
- How is a cash offer for land in Volusia County set?
- We start from recent sales of similar lots nearby, like the 2025 prices on this page, then adjust for water and sewer, road access, flood zone, lot size and any title issues, and for the time and cost of reselling. You get one written number, not a range.
- How do I know a land buyer in Volusia County is legitimate?
- A real buyer closes through an independent, licensed title company and never asks you to pay anything up front. We never charge sellers a fee, deposit or closing-cost advance, and the title company pays you by check or wire at closing.
- Who is buying lots in Volusia County?
- In 2025, companies bought 31% of the vacant lots that sold in Volusia County, including 17% bought by homebuilders. Individuals bought the rest.
- What was the median recorded 2025 sale price by lot size in Volusia County?
- The median recorded 2025 sale price for a quarter-acre lot in Volusia County was $50,000 across 116 sales.
Local data
What is land in Volusia County worth?
In 2025, vacant lots in Volusia County sold for a median of $70,000 across 409 arm's-length sales; the middle half sold for $40,000 to $170,000. [1]
These are open-market sale prices. A direct cash offer is usually lower, because a cash buyer closes in days and takes on the time and cost of reselling the lot.
Recorded 2025 sale prices by lot size in Volusia County
| Lot-size class | 2025 sales | 2025 median lot sale |
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| Quarter-acre lot9,000–12,999 sq ft | 116 | $50,000 |
| Mini-estate (2-3 acres)70,000–139,999 sq ft | 52 | $128,000 |
| Third-acre lot13,000–15,999 sq ft | 41 | $61,500 |
| Patio-home lot5,000–6,999 sq ft | 30 | $39,500 |
| Acreage tract (10+ acres)435,600+ sq ft | 28 | $264,000 |
| Standard city lot7,000–8,999 sq ft | 19 | $44,000 |
| 5-acre ranchette210,000–279,999 sq ft | 17 | $200,000 |
| Sub-half-acre lot16,000–18,999 sq ft | 17 | $68,000 |
| Half-acre lot19,000–23,999 sq ft | 13 | $74,000 |
| Oversized half-acre24,000–29,999 sq ft | 10 | $71,000 |
These are open-market sale prices. A direct cash offer is usually lower, because a cash buyer closes in days and takes on the time and cost of reselling the lot.
| Vacant residential lots | 36,639 parcels classified vacant residential on the 2026 tax roll [1] |
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| Most common lot size | 1.25-acre homesite (52,000–58,000 sq ft): 17% of vacant lots; next, mini-estate (2-3 acres) at 15%. Median lot: 0.43 acre (18,900 sq ft). [1] |
| Typical assessed value | $14,800 median just (market) value for a vacant lot; the middle half fall between $1,000 and $47,000 [1] |
| Recent lot sale prices | $70,000 median across 409 arm's-length sales of vacant lots in Volusia County (Jan 2025–Dec 2025); the middle half sold for $40,000–$170,000 [1] |
| Who bought lots in 2025 | Companies made 31% of those purchases, including 17% by homebuilders; individuals made the rest [1] |
| Owners who live elsewhere | 26% of vacant lots have an owner mailing address outside Florida (most often NY, TX, NJ) [1] |
| County parcel search | The Volusia County Property Appraiser offers searches by owner, address, alternate key, sales and map. Its parcel record is the starting point for the assessed owner, legal description and tax-roll details. [2] |
| Released land records online | The Clerk's online Official Records include released deed and mortgage index entries and images from April 4, 1988 forward. The same site links tax-deed sales and lands available for taxes. [4] |
| Tax certificate timing | Real-estate taxes become delinquent April 1 with a 3% charge. The Tax Collector sells certificates on or before June 1; a certificate is a first-priority lien, not ownership of the land. [3] |
| Unincorporated zoning checks | Volusia County's planning FAQ says not every platted lot is permit-eligible. Staff check how and when it was created, zoning compliance, and legal and physical access. [6] |
| Survey age for county permits | A new structure in unincorporated Volusia generally needs a signed and sealed survey no more than 2 years old, plus a scaled site plan and architectural drawings. [6] |
| Septic program | The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County administers local septic permitting and inspection. DEP's statewide guide lists Volusia among counties where the local health department issues permits. [7],[8] |
| Flood improvement threshold | Volusia County says improvements or repairs at 50% or more of a home's market value must meet current Florida Building Code and the controlling local floodplain ordinance. [9] |
| Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge | The 21,574-acre Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge lies along the St. Johns River in Volusia and Lake counties. As federally managed refuge land in a 70-mile conservation corridor, it is not private subdivision inventory. [10] |
| 2025 sale price by lot size | The median recorded 2025 sale price for a quarter-acre lot in Volusia County was $50,000 across 116 sales. [1] |
Land by town in Volusia County
| Town | Vacant lots | 2025 lot sales | Median 2025 lot sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeLand | 8,498 | 87 | $40,000 |
| New Smyrna Beach | 4,736 | 45 | $185,000 |
| Daytona Beach | 3,990 | 18 | $37,000 |
| Oak Hill | 3,169 | 13 | $65,000 |
| Deltona | 2,426 | 69 | $70,000 |
| Ormond Beach | 2,407 | 24 | $126,200 |
| DeLeon Springs | 2,003 | 15 | $147,500 |
| Orange City | 1,870 | 24 | $52,000 |
| Osteen | 1,078 | 10 | $232,500 |
| Edgewater | 969 | 15 | $81,000 |
| Pierson | 912 | 13 | $100,000 |
| Port Orange | 849 | 15 | $265,000 |
| Debary | 836 | 27 | $60,000 |
| Lake Helen | 560 | 11 | $225,000 |
| Holly Hill | 360 | 4 | — |
| Enterprise | 180 | 5 | — |
| Ponce Inlet | 140 | 6 | — |
| Mims | 78 | 2 | — |
| Astor | 76 | 4 | — |
| South Daytona | 74 | 0 | — |
| Cassadaga | 70 | 0 | — |
Florida Department of Revenue-backed rows use the 2026 preliminary tax roll. Supplemental rows retain their separately prepared source edition. Most towns are counted by property-address city, a few by ZIP code (each town page states its scope), so areas can overlap. Lots we cannot place in a town count only in the county total.
Where we buy
Areas we cover in Volusia County
- DeLand
8,498vacant lots · 2025 median lot sale $40,000
These pages cover the largest lot markets in Volusia County. We buy land anywhere else in the county too: send the parcel details through the form below.
Selling here
How selling land works in Volusia County
Volusia is a county of separate permit jurisdictions
Countywide tax-roll figures combine incorporated municipalities and unincorporated land under separate permit jurisdictions. A postal city or Property Appraiser address does not decide which zoning code applies. For unincorporated parcels, county Planning and Development Services directs owners to the county zoning map and permit system. Inside a city, the municipal planning and building departments control local review. This distinction changes setbacks, allowed uses, utility questions, tree rules and permit fees. Before pricing land, we identify jurisdiction from the parcel rather than relying on the mailing line, then review access, utilities and title. [2],[6]
A recorded lot is not automatically a buildable lot
Volusia County's planning guidance gives a direct warning: not every lot qualifies for a building permit. County staff consider how and when the parcel was created, whether it complies with current zoning, and whether it has legal and physical access. A new-structure application in the unincorporated area generally needs a signed and sealed survey that is no more than 2 years old, plus a scaled site plan and architectural drawings. Lot combinations, boundary adjustments and subdivision questions have their own review paths. Utility, septic, flood and road conditions can add more work. A buyer may discount a parcel that needs a vested-rights decision or access solution even if the tax roll calls it vacant residential land. [6],[7],[9]
Countywide sale data spans tiny lots and acreage
The 2026 roll lists 36,639 vacant residential parcels in Volusia County. Its median measured lot is 0.43 acre, while the leading size group is 1.25-acre homesites at only 17% of measured parcels. In 2025, 409 arm's-length, single-parcel vacant-lot sales had a median price of $70,000; the middle half fell between $40,000–$170,000. The low concentration in one size class shows why a county median needs caution. Coastal sites, city infill, suburban lots and remote unincorporated tracts do not compete for the same buyer. The roll's median assessed value of $14,800 is not a substitute for zoning, access, flood, septic and utility checks. [1],[6],[9]
Delinquent tax and title records follow a set chain
The Property Appraiser maintains the parcel and assessed record. The Tax Collector handles the bill and sells a tax certificate when real-estate taxes remain unpaid. Taxes become delinquent April 1 with a 3% charge, and certificates are sold on or before June 1. A certificate is a lien, not a deed. If it remains unredeemed for 2 years from delinquency, its holder may apply for a tax deed. The Clerk then runs the public auction and maintains the Official Records for deeds, mortgages, probate and judgments. The Clerk requires a winning bidder to deposit the greater of 5% or $200. In a voluntary sale, the title company searches these records and states what must be cleared before closing. [2],[3],[4],[5]
Step by step
How do I sell my land in Volusia County?
From your first message to money in hand, with nothing left out. Requesting an offer costs nothing and commits you to nothing.
See every detail of the process-
Tell us about your land
Fill out the short form (about 60 seconds) or email us. A land specialist reaches out to confirm the details, usually the same business day.
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Get your cash offer within 24 hours
We review the property and send a written, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours. It is a real number, not a range. Take it or leave it, with no pressure either way.
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Sign electronically
If you accept, everyone signs the purchase agreement electronically. There is nothing to print or mail at this stage.
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We inspect, the title company verifies
Our team inspects the land and an independent title company runs a title search for liens or taxes owed. If the land does not pass inspection, you are never charged anything.
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Close and get paid
The title company prepares the closing documents for notarization and issues your funds by standard check, overnight check, or wire transfer. A typical sale closes in 10 days.
Questions
Selling land in Volusia County: common questions
Who handles zoning for my Volusia County lot?
The parcel's jurisdiction decides. Volusia County Planning and Development Services handles unincorporated zoning, while an incorporated city uses its own planning and building departments. A municipal mailing line does not by itself prove that the parcel is inside those city limits.
Does a Volusia County parcel number mean the lot is buildable?
No. The county says permit eligibility depends on how and when the lot was created, zoning compliance, and legal and physical access. Utility or septic feasibility, floodplain rules and road conditions can add separate limits. County staff may require a vested-rights determination for an older lot.
Can I sell Volusia County land that needs a septic system?
Yes. Parcel Buyers buys vacant land without installed sewer or septic. The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County handles local onsite-system permits and inspections, and a qualified site evaluation may be needed for construction. That future cost can affect the offer, but you do not need to install a system first.
What happens after a Volusia County tax certificate is sold?
The certificate remains a first-priority tax lien; it does not give the buyer title or possession. After 2 years from the delinquency date, an unredeemed certificate holder may apply for a tax deed. The Clerk conducts the later auction, and the owner may redeem before the winning bidder makes full payment.
Can I close a Volusia County land sale from another state?
Yes. 26% of county vacant-lot owners receive tax mail outside Florida. Parcel Buyers can send documents electronically, and the independent, licensed title company can complete a mail-away closing and pay by check or wire. A title, probate or lien issue may change the usual timing.
Official county tools
Look up your lot in Volusia County
Check the county’s own records before making a decision. Each link opens the office or map responsible for that lookup.
| What to check | Official county tool |
|---|---|
| Property appraiser search | Open vcpa.vcgov.org |
| Property tax bill lookup | Open volusiatax.gov |
| Clerk official records | Open clerk.org |
| Building permit lookup | Open growthmgt.vcgov.org |
| Code enforcement lookup | Open volusia.org |
| Flood map lookup | Open volusia.org |
Links checked 2026-10-03.
Your written offer
Get your cash offer
Four short steps, about 60 seconds. We review your property and send a written, no-obligation cash offer within 24 hours. You can take it or leave it.
What happens after you send this
- A land specialist reaches out, usually the same business day, to confirm the details.
- You get a written cash offer within 24 hours: a real number, not a range.
- You decide. Requesting an offer costs nothing and commits you to nothing.
You will never be asked to pay us anything. No deposit, no processing fee, no closing-cost advance.
How we made this page
Parcel Buyers is a land-buying company based in Florida. We buy vacant land directly from owners and publish these local pages so owners can see what land in their area is doing before they sell, to us or anyone else. We count the tax-roll figures ourselves from state data, take local rules and fees from the official sources listed below, and use AI tools to help research and draft the text. Every number links to its source, and we update the page when the data changes.
Method and sources
Tax-roll figures cover all parcels in Volusia County. Source [1] is our own count of the Florida Department of Revenue's 2026 preliminary property tax roll: "vacant residential" means land-use code 000; lot sizes use the land square footage on the roll; values are the county property appraiser's just (market) value as of January 1, 2026; sale prices count only arm's-length sales of a single lot that was vacant when it sold and was still vacant on January 1, 2026 (bulk and multi-parcel deeds removed). Page updated October 2, 2026. Lot-size sale rows use the same qualified 2025 sale cohort and canonical square-foot classes; classes with fewer than 10 sales are omitted.
- [1] Florida Department of Revenue (data); Parcel Buyers (analysis), Parcel Buyers analysis of the 2026 preliminary Name-Address-Legal (NAL) property tax roll (accessed 2026-10-01)
- [2] Volusia County Property Appraiser, Property and Map Search (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [3] Volusia County Tax Collector, Tax Certificate Information (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [4] Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court, Official Records and Tax Deed Searches (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [5] Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court, Tax Deed Sales (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [6] Volusia County, Florida, Planning and Development Services FAQs (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [7] Florida Department of Health in Volusia County, OSTDS Septic and Sewer Systems (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [8] Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Onsite Sewage FAQ - Permitting (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [9] Volusia County, Florida, Flood and Floodplain Information (accessed 2026-09-30)
- [10] U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge (accessed 2026-10-01)