Why Renters Choose South Daytona
South Daytona Living
South Daytona offers a unique balance of coastal accessibility and everyday livability. While neighboring Daytona Beach is known for its tourism, events, and oceanfront attractions, South Daytona has built a reputation as a community where residents can enjoy the benefits of the area while maintaining a more relaxed pace of life.
The Best of Coastal Florida Without the Crowds
One of the biggest advantages of living at Ridge Apartments is enjoying the best of both worlds. Located in South Daytona along South Ridgewood Avenue, our community offers a more relaxed residential setting while keeping you connected to everything that makes the Daytona Beach area such a desirable place to live. Less than four miles from Downtown Daytona Beach, Ridge allows residents to enjoy the energy of the coast and the convenience of city life while coming home to a neighborhood that feels a little quieter, a little easier, and a little more structured for everyday living.
CONVENIENCE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Essentials at Hand
Find what you need for daily living and more close to our community.
ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Halifax River & The Beach
Kayak the Halifax, visit local parks, or catch the sunset over the ocean.
GETTING AROUND TOWN
Travel Your Way
Drive, take public transportation, or ride your bike. You've got options!
Grocery Stores & More
Four grocery stores are within three miles of Ridge, including Publix Super Market at Sunshine Park Shopping Center — less than one mile from our community. Plus, Walmart and Target are both a short drive from our apartments, meaning you can stock up on daily essentials with ease. Need a pharmacy? You've got plenty of options. Multiple local and national pharmacies are within two miles of your home at Ridge. Car care is easy too, thanks to three mechanic shops within walking distance. Life is just more convenient here.Public Transportation
Having a car is great, but not the best option for everyone. When you live in South Daytona, public transportation is an easy and affordable choice! Since we're right off US-1, the nearest bus stop, Ridge Blvd & US-1, is only 0.2 miles from your Ridgewood Avenue address, and Votran buses run throughout the Daytona area. Key routes near us are Route 4 and Route 12. Rideshares through VoRide are also available for a small fee, and for those who need assistance, VoAccess is a paratransit service available to qualifying riders.It Feels Like a Neighborhood
While nearby Daytona Beach welcomes visitors from around the world, South Daytona has maintained its local character and residential atmosphere. Tree-lined streets, neighborhoods full of character, local businesses, and eight community parks less than two miles from Ridge Apartments, South Daytona's comfortable environment feels related to the people who live here. It's one reason many residents choose South Daytona when looking for a place that offers both convenience and a sense of community.Outdoor Living Year Round
One of the benefits of living in South Daytona is enjoying Florida's outdoor lifestyle all year long. From walks and bike rides along the Sweetheart Trail or Honor Park to afternoons spent on the Halifax River or overlooking the ocean from a seaside restaurant like Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar, a quick five-mile drive over Veterans Memorial Bridge, residents have countless opportunities to get outside and enjoy the area's natural beauty. No matter your interests, South Daytona makes it easy to spend time in the sunshine.
Why Residents Put Down Roots in South Daytona
Some places are exciting to visit but exhausting to live in. South Daytona strikes a different balance. It's the kind of place where familiar faces become part of your routine, local businesses know their regulars, and daily life feels a little more predictable in the best possible way. While the beaches, events, and attractions draw visitors to the area, residents enjoy something different: the ability to participate when they want to and step away when they don't. It's a community where weekends can be as active or relaxed as you choose, and where many people discover that what started as a temporary stop eventually feels like home. Learn more about our neighborhood in South Daytona, Florida, by visiting the FAQ page.One of the benefits of living at Ridge Apartments is having the flexibility to spend your time the way you choose. Whether that means heading to the beach, meeting friends downtown, relaxing by the pool, exploring local parks, or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home in your own spacious apartment, Ridge provides a comfortable home base for whatever your day brings. It's the freedom to stay busy when you want to and slow down when you don't.
GRAB A BITE
Fresh Coastal Dishes
Inspired flavors from land and sea are just minutes away from home.
GET EDUCATED
A Great Choice for Students
Ridge Apartments is near Daytona's top colleges and universities.
GEAR UP FOR FUN
Entertainment All Around
Find fun from the Daytona International Speedway to the Boardwalk.
Life Along the Water
Water is part of everyday life in South Daytona. From the Halifax River and nearby boat launches to fishing piers, waterfront parks, and miles of pristine Atlantic shoreline just minutes away, Ridge's residents have countless ways to enjoy the beauty of our gorgeous waterfronts as well as ample watersports. Whether you enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, casting a line, or simply watching boats pass along the Intracoastal, South Daytona provides easy access to the waterways that help define Florida living. It's a lifestyle that many residents enjoy year-round, not just on vacation.