Phillips Cove
A mid-price Dr. Phillips gated community with shared amenities.
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$875K
Median Price
$650K – $1.3M
210
Homes
$150–$250
Monthly HOA
2003
Established
Dr. Phillips Elementary (A-rated)
School Zone
Background
A brief history
Phillips Cove was developed in the early 2000s on a mid-sized parcel near the south end of Apopka-Vineland. Build-out ran from 2003 through 2010, delivered by regional production builders with a plan menu of five to eight floor plans. The community was laid out with a single staffed gate, a shared amenity center (pool, playground, fitness room), and interior streets designed for low through-traffic. A wave of renovations has moved through the community since 2017 as original owners sold to second-generation buyers.
The feel
What it's like to live here
Phillips Cove sits squarely in the mid-price band of Dr. Phillips gated communities — below Phillips Landing and Vizcaya on price, above Sand Lake Cove and Orange Tree on amenity and gating. The interior has a suburban family feel: sidewalks on both sides, kids walking to the community pool, school buses at the gate. Architecture is early-2000s production traditional with a Mediterranean lean (stucco and tile on most plans). Lots run 0.18 to 0.3 acre. The amenity center is the daily-use draw — pool, playground, small fitness room, and an open lawn that hosts community events.
The details
What to expect
Architecture & Lots
Early-2000s production traditional with a Mediterranean lean — stucco, tile roofs, arched entries. Main homes 2,400–3,800 square feet, 3–5 bedrooms, 2-car garage. Lots 0.18 to 0.3 acre.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Staffed gate at peak hours (keypad after hours), community pool, playground, small fitness room, event lawn. Sidewalks on both sides of every street. Family-heavy resident base with active community calendar.
HOA Rules & Fees
Monthly dues $150–$250 including amenity center and gate. Modest architectural review for major exterior changes. Short-term rentals prohibited; 7-month minimum lease.
Schools
Zoned for Dr. Phillips Elementary (A-rated), Southwest Middle, and Dr. Phillips High (A-rated).
Access & Commute
Six minutes to Restaurant Row, 9 minutes to I-4 at Sand Lake Road or Lake Buena Vista, 12 minutes to Disney, 25 minutes to MCO and downtown Orlando.
Community
Amenities
- Staffed gated entrance (peak hours)
- Community pool, playground, fitness room, event lawn
- Sidewalks on both sides of every street
- Family-oriented community calendar
- Mid-price entry into Dr. Phillips gated inventory
Know Before You Buy
HOA rules worth knowing
- Monthly HOA $150–$250
- Short-term rentals prohibited; 7-month minimum lease
- Major exterior changes require architectural review
Education
School assignments
- Dr. Phillips Elementary (A-rated)
- Southwest Middle School
- Dr. Phillips High School (A-rated)
School zone assignments change. Verify with Orange County Public Schools before purchase.
Market Commentary
What the market is doing
Current median trades in the $820K–$930K range. Smaller 3-bedroom plans move $650K–$800K. Larger 4–5 bedroom plans with renovations trade $950K–$1.3M. Price-per-square-foot runs $250 for dated originals to $310 for renovated. Renovation status and lot size are the two biggest value drivers; the community's pricing is notably sensitive to kitchen and primary bath updates. Days-on-market has averaged 30–45 days.
Recent Work
Recent sales in Dr. Phillips
Representative closings across Dr. Phillips. Our Phillips Cove off-market pipeline is larger than what's shown here.
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Information on this page is compiled from public records, MLS data, community associations, and broker observation. Price ranges, HOA fees, school assignments, and community amenities change — verify all details with MaxLife Realty and the relevant community association before making a purchase decision. Ryan Solberg, Broker, License #BK3354351. MaxLife Realty, 321.373.3536.