Common Questions
Cypress Head FAQ
What are homes in Cypress Head selling for in 2026?
Cypress Head homes have been selling in the $300,000–$600,000+ range depending on size, lot position, and whether the home is on the golf course or a lake lot. The median sale price for the community over the past year has been approximately $450,000, up modestly from the prior year. Golf course-facing lots and homes with pool additions command the upper end. Townhomes and smaller split-plan homes are the most accessible entry point, typically in the $300,000–$380,000 range. Average days on market has been around 83 days, giving buyers reasonable time to evaluate without the pressure of the 2021–2023 market. Robert can run a current comparable sales analysis for any specific section of the community before you make an offer.
Is the golf course private or can anyone play?
Cypress Head Golf Club is a public, municipally-owned course — anyone can play, not just residents. It's owned by the City of Port Orange and managed by KemperSports. This is one of the community's genuine selling points: you get the lifestyle benefits of living on a golf course without paying private club membership fees. Green fees are very reasonable by Central Florida standards. For tee times, call (386) 756-5449 or visit cypressheadgolf.com. Proper golf attire is required, and outside alcohol is not permitted per Florida law.
How are the schools near Cypress Head?
Cypress Head feeds into some of the strongest schools in Volusia County. Elementary and middle schools are within walking distance of the community. NeighborhoodScout ranks Cypress Head among the top 2% of family-friendly neighborhoods in Florida, and notes that the high concentration of college-educated households has a measurable positive influence on local school performance. Port Orange consistently outperforms many other Volusia County municipalities on school quality metrics. If specific school assignments are important to your decision, Robert can verify current zoning before you make an offer — school boundaries occasionally shift with district redistricting.
How far is Cypress Head from the beach?
About five miles — a 10-minute drive under normal conditions. Wilbur Beach and the New Smyrna Beach Inlet to the south are the closest options and tend to be less crowded than Daytona Beach to the north, which is about 15 miles away. Residents who want beach access without beach-adjacent pricing consistently cite this as one of Cypress Head's advantages. The Riverwalk Park boat launch is also nearby for Halifax River and intercoastal access.
Are there different HOA sections within Cypress Head?
Yes — Cypress Head is a planned unit development (PUD) with multiple sub-associations managed by different companies. The Golf Villas section is managed by South Atlantic Communities. The Lakes section is managed by TLC Professional Group. The main HOA is managed by Tout Management. Two gated sections with larger estate homes exist within the overall community. When evaluating a specific home, confirm which HOA section it falls under, what the current monthly dues are, and what is and isn't included. Robert pulls this detail as part of standard due diligence on any Cypress Head offer.
What kind of commute does Cypress Head have?
Port Orange is well-served by I-95 and US-1 for north-south travel, and I-4 for east-west to Orlando. For local commuters in the Daytona Beach metro area, Cypress Head is convenient to most employment centers. One thing to be aware of: NeighborhoodScout data shows a segment of Cypress Head residents have longer commutes — about 17% travel more than an hour each way — which typically reflects residents who commute to Orlando or Jacksonville while living in Port Orange for the quality of life and price point. If you're working locally in Daytona Beach, Port Orange, or Ormond Beach, the commute is entirely manageable.
What type of homes are in Cypress Head?
Cypress Head is primarily single-family homes ranging from 3–5+ bedrooms, with a smaller number of townhomes concentrated near the Golf Villas section. Most homes were built between 1992 and the mid-2000s by Paytas Homes, with split floor plans typically under 2,000 square feet at the smaller end and larger estate homes on golf course lots exceeding 3,000 square feet. Many have been renovated, and pool additions are common on larger lots. The architectural style is consistent Florida residential — tile roofs, stucco exteriors, attached two-car garages. Two gated sections feature the larger estate-style homes on premium lots.