Lake Down Cove
Lake Down Cove: Local Questions Answered
Where is Lake Down Cove in Windermere?
Lake Down Cove is on Hempel Cove Boulevard and Hempel Cove Court, private streets off Hempel Avenue, near Lake Down. It is in unincorporated Orange County with Windermere, FL 34786 addresses.
What types of homes are in Lake Down Cove?
Lake Down Cove has 17 single-family homes built from 1990 to 2015, and no townhomes. Homes range from about 3,030 to 5,930 square feet on lots of about 1 to 1.2 acres, according to Orange County Property Appraiser records. MLS listings show 4 to 5 bedrooms.
How much do homes cost in Lake Down Cove?
Four homes in Lake Down Cove sold over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026). Based on those four sales, the median was about $1.1 million, and prices ranged from about $925,000 to $1.8 million. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Lake Down Cove?
Recent MLS listings show HOA dues of about $83 to $94 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 Lake Down Cove, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments. The association is Lake Down Cove Association, Inc.
What schools serve Lake Down Cove?
Orange County Public Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Lake Down Cove in Thornebrooke Elementary, Gotha Middle and Olympia 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.
Is Lake Down Cove on Lake Down?
No. Lake Down is nearby, but Orange County GIS shows no lot in Lake Down Cove bordering the lake. Lake Down Cove is the 17-home community on private Hempel Cove Boulevard and Hempel Cove Court. Lake Down Reserve, Harbor Isle and other Lake Down-named plats are separate communities.
Can you rent homes in Lake Down Cove short term?
No Lake Down 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.
