Sand Lake Cove
Sand Lake Cove: Local Questions Answered
Where is Sand Lake Cove located?
Sand Lake Cove is off Smith Bennett Road and Fernleaf Drive on the west side of Big Sand Lake, on Cove Lake Drive, Newington Drive, Bayflower Way and nearby streets. 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 Sand Lake Cove?
Sand Lake Cove has 214 single-family homes built from 1996 to 1999, according to Orange County Property Appraiser records. Homes range from about 2,060 to 4,450 square feet, and MLS listings show 4 or 5 bedrooms. One realtor site names Lennar as the builder. There are no townhomes or condos.
How much do homes cost in Sand Lake Cove?
Over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026), homes in Sand Lake Cove sold 9 times for a median of about $735,000, ranging from about $605,000 to $825,000. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Sand Lake Cove?
Recent MLS listings show HOA dues of about $26 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 Sand Lake Cove, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments. Confirm current dues and rules with the homeowners association. The association is Sand Lake Cove Homeowners Association Inc.
What schools serve Sand Lake Cove?
Orange County Public Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Sand Lake 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.
Are Sand Lake Cove homes on Big Sand Lake?
Some are. County GIS shows 16 homes bordering Big Sand Lake, most on Cove Lake Drive. Venezia, a separate 53-lot community on Pointe Venezia Drive, is surrounded by Sand Lake Cove. Sand Lake Cove is also separate from Sand Lake Point, Sand Lake Sound and Sand Lake Hills.
Can you rent homes in Sand Lake Cove short term?
No Sand Lake 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.
