Diamond Cove
Diamond Cove: Local Questions Answered
Where is Diamond Cove located?
Diamond Cove is off Buenavista Woods Boulevard and South Apopka-Vineland Road, on Diamond Cove Circle and gem-named courts such as Facet, Solitaire and Sparkle. Homes have Orlando 32836 mailing addresses and are in unincorporated Orange County. It is outside the Census Bureau's Doctor Phillips census-designated place, but realtor community guides and MLS listings market it as part of the Dr. Phillips area.
What types of homes are in Diamond Cove?
Diamond Cove has 235 single-family homes built from 1993 to 1998, according to Orange County Property Appraiser records; realtor sites name Engle Homes as the main builder. Homes range from about 1,900 to 4,080 square feet, and most are one-story. MLS listings show 3 to 5 bedrooms. There are no townhomes or condos.
How much do homes cost in Diamond Cove?
Over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026), homes in Diamond Cove sold 12 times for a median of about $660,000, ranging from about $580,000 to $785,000. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Diamond Cove?
Recent MLS listings show HOA dues of about $54 to $68 per month as of October 2026. Orange County property records and Florida's official list of special districts don't show a community development district (CDD) for Diamond Cove, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments. The association is Diamond Cove Homeowners Association, Inc.
What schools serve Diamond Cove?
Orange County Public Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Diamond Cove in Sand Lake Elementary, Southwest Middle and Lake Buena Vista High School.
Zoning can change and varies by street, so confirm a specific address with Orange County Public Schools' Find My School tool, and compare school grades in the Florida School Accountability Reports.
Does Diamond Cove have a pool and lake access?
Yes. County records show a community pool on the association's tract at 8401 Buenavista Woods Boulevard, and listings describe tennis courts and a playground, shared with neighboring Emerald Forest. County records show association land on Lake Crowell, where MLS listings describe a fishing dock, and county GIS shows 17 homes bordering the lake.
Can you rent homes in Diamond Cove short term?
No Diamond Cove-specific rental rules turned up in our research. HOA documents often limit leasing, so confirm the current rules with the association before buying if you plan to rent.
