An established Ormond Beach golf community north of Daytona
Halifax Plantation is a residential golf community in Ormond Beach, located west of I-95 in northwest Volusia County. The community surrounds an 18-hole golf course and includes multiple neighborhoods of varying home styles and price points — single-family homes, townhomes, and attached villas depending on the section.
Halifax Plantation is not a formally age-restricted community. It functions as a mixed-age golf community that draws retirees and active adults as a significant portion of its resident base. Buyers seeking a strictly 55+ age-restricted environment should confirm the community's current age-restriction status before proceeding — and should understand that communities without formal age restriction operate under different rules regarding who can purchase and reside there.
The Ormond Beach location puts Halifax Plantation roughly 10 miles north of Daytona Beach proper and about 25 miles south of Palm Coast. It is convenient to I-95, which provides access to both Daytona Beach and Jacksonville. The Halifax River and Tomoka State Park are nearby recreational assets for residents who want outdoor activities beyond golf.
Key Question Before Visiting: Golf Fee Structure
Confirm whether Halifax Plantation uses a mandatory bundled golf membership, an optional club membership, or a daily-fee model before visiting. The answer determines whether golf costs are a fixed monthly carrying cost or an as-used recreational expense. This distinction matters significantly for buyers who don't play golf or play infrequently.
Volusia County taxes for Halifax Plantation buyers
Halifax Plantation sits in Ormond Beach / unincorporated Volusia County. Buyers pay Volusia County millage, producing an effective rate of approximately 0.96% after the standard $50,000 homestead exemption. The Save Our Homes reset applies to all resale purchases — your assessed value resets to purchase price, not the seller's capped assessment.
| Purchase Price | After $50K Homestead | Est. Annual Tax | Monthly (prorated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $320,000 | $270,000 | ~$2,592 | ~$216/mo |
| $400,000 | $350,000 | ~$3,360 | ~$280/mo |
| $500,000 | $450,000 | ~$4,320 | ~$360/mo |
What buyers need to verify before making an offer
Because Halifax Plantation is a multi-neighborhood community, HOA fees can vary by section — the townhome sections, villa sections, and single-family sections may have different fee structures. Before any offer, obtain the specific HOA fee for the section containing your target property, confirm what the fee covers, and request two years of HOA financial statements to assess reserve adequacy.
| Component | Notes |
|---|---|
| HOA Fee | Varies by section — verify per neighborhood within Halifax Plantation |
| Golf / Club Membership | Confirm mandatory vs. optional — critical cost variable |
| Property Tax ($400K purchase) | ~$280/mo |
| Homeowners Insurance | ~$195–$290/mo (Volusia County, inland; get current quotes) |
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Get Free Research Help →Tax estimates use Volusia County's median effective rate of approximately 0.96% after standard homestead exemption. Age-restriction status and HOA fee structure should be verified directly with Halifax Plantation before purchase. Golf membership terms and fee amounts must be confirmed with the club. Nova55Living has no financial relationship with Halifax Plantation or its management.