DeLand Southwest Florida Map

About DeLand Southwest, Florida

DeLand Southwest is a locality in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,024. The population density is 664.0 people per km². DeLand Southwest is located at 29.0078°N, 81.3113°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32720.

DeLand Southwest unfolds across a landscape where the flatlands of Central Florida begin to gently undulate, hinting at the subtle shifts in elevation that define the region. It lies 1.5 miles south-south-west of DeLand, FL (from DeLand, FL: bearing 199°T), and is situated 8.0 miles north-north-west of Deltona. Here, the air hangs thick and humid, carrying the scent of pine needles and damp earth, particularly after a summer rain. Live oaks, gnarled and ancient, spread their moss-draped branches over sandy soil, creating dappled shade that offers a brief respite from the persistent sun. The land itself seems to breathe with a slow, steady rhythm, punctuated by the calls of unseen birds and the distant hum of traffic on main arteries. The character of DeLand Southwest is shaped by its proximity to the larger educational and cultural hub of DeLand, yet it retains a distinct, more pastoral feel. Historically, this area was part of the vast agricultural expanses that characterized early Volusia County, with citrus groves and cattle ranches dominating the terrain. While some of that agricultural heritage persists in pockets, the local economy has diversified, leaning more towards residential development and services catering to the growing population that appreciates the quieter pace of life. The nearby St. Johns River, though not directly bordering DeLand Southwest, exerts an influence on the region's hydrology and the overall sub-tropical character of the environment, contributing to the lushness that thrives in the warm, moist climate.

About This DeLand Southwest Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of DeLand Southwest, Florida with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on DeLand Southwest and Volusia County.

Detailed location data for DeLand Southwest includes the ZIP code (32720), telephone area code (352), county seat of Volusia County (DeLand), and school district assignment (Volusia County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct DeLand Southwest is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.