8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE, RIVERVIEW, FL, 33569
Active3 days on marketListed Aug 11, 2026MLS #TB8537844
About this home
8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE
Welcome to this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in the gated community of Alafia Cove, where nature, river access and convenient North Riverview living come together. With a 3-way split-bedroom floor plan featuring two master suites, this home offers plenty of space and flexibility for family and guests. The kitchen features 42" oak cabinetry, granite countertops with undermount sinks, a breakfast bar and newer stainless steel appliances (2025). The spacious family room has vaulted ceilings and is complemented by a separate dining room, formal living room and breakfast area. The generously sized 10' x 35' screened lanai provides an inviting outdoor space, while the extended side-entry garage offers additional convenience and storage. The primary suite includes a garden tub and separate shower, and the third bathroom doubles as a pool bath. Additional features include interior paint (2025), electric bypass for a generator. There is also plenty of room to add a pool, with a proposed pool layout available from the seller. Alafia Cove is a private gated community with only 28 homes and direct access to the scenic Alafia River. The HOA owns river frontage where residents can launch a canoe or kayak, relax by the water, enjoy the natural surroundings or cast a line and enjoy the fishing. For larger boats and watercraft, a public boat ramp is less than a mile away. Located in convenient North Riverview, this home offers quick access to US 301, I-75 and the Selmon Expressway, making commuting to Tampa, MacDill AFB, downtown Tampa and the Gulf beaches a breeze. With no CDD and a peaceful setting surrounded by nature, this home is ready for a new owner to bring their personal touch and make it their own. Come experience the space, location and outdoor lifestyle that make Alafia Cove such a special place to call home!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,674
Sqft
0.2 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2005
Year built
One
Levels
$173
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$3,843 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,843/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−4.8%
$/sqft vs Riverview actives
$173 vs $184
Days on market
3 vs 45 typical
Where $173/sqft sits among the 400 Riverview actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Riverview
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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RIVERVIEW 33569 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
26,613
Median age
39.7
Median income
$97,500
Median home value
$330,700
Avg household
2.7
Households w/ children
3,400
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Riverview market
$394K → $370K
Riverview median sold, yr/yr
98.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
231 of 400
Riverview actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Riverview, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 25% above the RIVERVIEW 33569 median. See the full Riverview market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$485,000
9809 LA RITA PLACE
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,686 sqft · $181/sqft · 240 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$456,000
9810 OCASTA STREET
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,715 sqft · $168/sqft · 76 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$394,900
10128 NEWEL VALLEY LOOP
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,618 sqft · $151/sqft · 72 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Gianfranco Di Flumeri Petrelli
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,843/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $133/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $133 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,514. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Riverview?+
At $462,000, this home is listed about 20% above the Riverview median of $384,700. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8834 ALAFIA COVE DRIVE?+
Cimino Elementary School (elementary), Bloomingdale High School (high), Burns Middle School (middle), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$462,000 runs 25% above the RIVERVIEW 33569 median — but at 2,674 sqft it's also 36% larger than the typical Riverview listing.
02Fresh on the market
Only 3 days on market in a Riverview market that averages 45 — if it fits, move quickly.
03Strong assigned schools
Cimino Elementary School, Bloomingdale High School, Burns Middle School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Cimino Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY LLC · Jeff Lewis. MLS #TB8537844.
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