Homes for sale · North Port, FloridaHarbor Cove
Affordable waterfront living in southwest Florida
20
Homes for sale
$166,250
Median list price
$166
Avg price / sqft
65
Median days on market
Harbor Cove is one of North Port's most approachable corners for buyers who want Florida living without a Florida price tag. The community sits in Sarasota County, with a handful of waterfront lots and easy reach to neighboring pockets like Atwater and North Port Gardens. It suits downsizers, first-time buyers, and anyone comfortable trading square footage for a lower cost of entry.
The market reality here is refreshingly simple: prices are low and inventory moves at a measured pace. With a median list price around $166,250 and 20 active listings, buyers have room to compare and negotiate, and sellers are currently collecting about 92% of asking. If you've been priced out elsewhere in the region, North Port and specifically Harbor Cove are worth a close look.
Harbor Cove is a community in North Port, Florida.
Quick facts
$100,000 – $375K price range
1,043 sqft median home
$175/mo median HOA
$1,500/mo median rent
47 sold in 12 months
Living in Harbor Cove
Harbor Cove is a compact, affordable community within North Port, in southwest Florida's Sarasota County. The appeal here is straightforward: smaller, easy-care homes at prices well below much of the surrounding region. It's the kind of place that works for buyers who would rather spend less on housing and more on living.
The median home size is around 1,043 square feet, which tells you a lot about who it suits — downsizers, retirees, first-time buyers, and anyone who wants a manageable footprint. Low square footage means lower maintenance, lower utility bills, and less to clean. That simplicity is a feature, not a limitation, for the right buyer.
North Port itself is a growing city in a part of Florida known for its warm climate and proximity to the Gulf Coast. Harbor Cove benefits from that broader setting while keeping its own identity as a value-driven neighborhood. If your priorities are affordability and easy Florida living, this community earns a serious look.
Neighborhoods and communities in Harbor Cove
Harbor Cove sits among a cluster of North Port communities, each with its own feel and price point. Nearby pockets worth comparing include Atwater, Chamberlain, and North Port Gardens. Touring a few of these helps you calibrate what your budget buys across the area.
Other notable communities in the vicinity include Cranberry Fields and Blue Ridge – Salford. You can compare active listings across these neighborhoods on the live map to see how prices and inventory stack up side by side. Each pocket has its own mix of home styles and lot types.
Within Harbor Cove specifically, five of the current active listings are waterfront — a meaningful share given there are 20 listings in total. That waterfront availability at this price range is uncommon and worth prioritizing if water access matters to you.
Homes for sale in Harbor Cove: prices and housing
The numbers tell a clear story of affordability. The median list price is $166,250, with active listings ranging from $100,000 up to $375,000. The average price per square foot is about $166, and the median home is roughly 1,043 square feet — these are compact, accessible homes.
Over the last 12 months, 48 homes sold at a median price of $124,500, and sellers averaged about 92% of their asking price. Combined with a median of roughly 65 days on market and 20 active listings today, that points to a measured, buyer-friendly market where negotiation is realistic. Patient buyers who do their homework can find value here.
Carrying costs are modest. The median HOA fee is about $175 a month and median property taxes run roughly $1,398 a year. There are currently no new-construction, gated, golf, or 55+ listings among the actives, so plan on established resale homes — with waterfront being the standout segment at five active listings.
Schools in Harbor Cove
Harbor Cove is served by Sarasota County Schools. The most commonly assigned schools for this area are Glenallen Elementary School, Heron Creek Middle School, and North Port High School.
School assignments are tied to specific addresses and can change from year to year. Before you make an offer, confirm the current zoning for the exact home you're considering directly with the district. That one step avoids surprises after closing.
If schools are a top priority, map the assigned schools against your home search early so you can focus on addresses that fit your family's needs.
Getting around Harbor Cove
Harbor Cove is located within North Port in Sarasota County, part of Florida's Gulf Coast region. The area is connected by the major corridors that run through North Port and link it to neighboring communities and the broader southwest Florida coast.
Specific drive times vary depending on where you're headed — work, shopping, the coast, or nearby cities. The practical move is to drive your own commute at the times you'd actually travel, including peak hours, before committing to a home.
As with most of this region, a car is the primary way to get around. Factor your daily routes into your search so the location works for your real-life schedule, not just the map.
Is Harbor Cove a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Harbor Cove delivers real value. The headline is affordability: a median list price of $166,250, homes starting near $100,000, and low carrying costs with taxes around $1,398 a year and HOA dues near $175 a month. Add in waterfront availability at this price point, and the appeal is clear for downsizers and first-time buyers.
The trade-offs are honest ones. Homes are compact — a median of about 1,043 square feet — so this isn't the place for buyers who need lots of space. There's no new construction among current listings, and no gated, golf, or 55+ product in the actives, so you're buying established resale homes.
The market itself favors patient buyers: roughly 65 days on market and sellers netting about 92% of asking means you have room to negotiate. If affordability, low maintenance, and the chance at waterfront are what you're after, Harbor Cove is well worth a close look alongside the other North Port communities.
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Homes for sale in Harbor Cove
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$164,500
738 RIVERVIEW CIRCLE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,372 sqft
$149,900
635 BLACKBURN BOULEVARD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 950 sqft
$249,900
636 BLACKBURN BOULEVARD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,565 sqft
$168,000
321 BLACKBURN BOULEVARD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,144 sqft
$375,000
734 BLACKBURN BOULEVARD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,056 sqft
$124,900$129,900
349 BLACKBURN BOULEVARD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 1 ba · 872 sqft
$175,000$185,000
503 ALJO PLACE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,004 sqft
$129,900
225 BLACKBURN BOULEVARD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 720 sqft
$154,900
560 FAIRMOUNT DRIVE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,029 sqft
$149,000$159,000
693 RIVERVIEW CIRCLE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,143 sqft
$139,900$149,900
700 FAIRMOUNT DRIVE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft
$299,000
714 FAIRMOUNT DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft
Every active listing inside the Harbor Cove boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Harbor Cove market
47
Sold, last 12 months
$125,000
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
77 days
Median time to sell
Harbor Cove vs North Port
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 28.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Harbor Cove boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Harbor Cove is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Harbor Cove home
≈ $1,377/mo
$166,250 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$175/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
918
Median age
76
Median income
$63,738
Median home value
$172,468
Beyond the listings
Living in Harbor Cove
Appearance oriented
Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Beliefs
Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Beliefs
Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Entertainment
Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Straight answers
Harbor Cove FAQs
Is Harbor Cove a good place to live?+
It's a practical, affordable choice in North Port for buyers who value low cost of entry and easy-care homes. With waterfront listings available and median taxes near $1,398 a year, it appeals to downsizers and first-time owners. The compact home sizes mean less maintenance and lower utility bills.
Is Harbor Cove expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable communities in the North Port area, with a median list price of $166,250 and listings ranging from $100,000 to $375,000. The average price per square foot is about $166. For buyers priced out of pricier Sarasota County markets, this is an accessible option.
What do homes cost in Harbor Cove?+
Active listings currently range from $100,000 to $375,000 with a median list price of $166,250. Over the last 12 months, 48 homes sold at a median price of $124,500. The median home is around 1,043 square feet at roughly $166 per square foot.
How is the market in Harbor Cove?+
It's a measured, buyer-friendly market with 20 active listings and a median of about 65 days on market. Sellers are averaging 92% of their asking price, which signals real room to negotiate. With 48 homes sold in the past year, there's steady but unhurried activity.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee is about $175 a month and median property taxes run roughly $1,398 a year. Those are modest carrying costs that help keep monthly ownership affordable. Always confirm the exact HOA dues and what they cover for the specific home you're considering.
What schools serve Harbor Cove?+
The most commonly assigned schools are Glenallen Elementary School, Heron Creek Middle School, and North Port High School. School zoning can change, so verify the current assignment for any specific address with Sarasota County Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from Harbor Cove?+
Harbor Cove sits within North Port in Sarasota County, with access to the major north–south corridors that connect the area to the rest of southwest Florida. Commute times depend on your destination, so map your specific route during peak hours before committing.
Is there new construction in Harbor Cove?+
There are currently no new-construction homes among the active listings, so inventory here is largely established resale homes. Buyers looking for brand-new builds may want to explore newer North Port communities nearby. The upside of Harbor Cove is that existing homes come at lower price points.
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