Martin County · Stuart, FL · Resale Community

Cove Lakes

Stuart, Florida · Martin County · Single-family homes

Typical Prices: $550,000–$800,000

Homes
105
Built
1981–2014
Typical Prices
$550,000–$800,000
City
Stuart, FL
County
Martin

About Cove Lakes

Stuart · Martin County, Florida

Cove Lakes is an established residential neighborhood in Stuart, Martin County, Florida. County records show roughly 105 homesites, with homes built 1981–2014 and a median living area of about 2,443 sq ft.

Cove Lakes, also marketed as Legacy Cove, is a gated single-family home community in Stuart, Martin County, Florida, with roughly 105 homesites built between 1981 and 2014. Residents have access to a clubhouse, community pool, fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, playground and dog park, with HOA dues near $360 per month that include cable and common area maintenance. Homes sit on lake-front and preserve-view lots and are zoned for Pinewood Elementary, Dr. David L. Anderson Middle and Martin County High School. The listings below are pulled from a boundary drawn around the recorded plat, so you only see homes actually inside Cove Lakes.

Location context: Martin County is served by I-95, US-1, and the Florida Turnpike. Stuart to West Palm Beach runs ~40 min; to Fort Lauderdale ~70 min; to Port St. Lucie ~20 min. The county's low-density character and Intracoastal access attract buyers seeking a quieter Treasure Coast alternative to Palm Beach County.

Search Only Inside Cove Lakes

Most Stuart searches return everything in the zip code. The listings on this page — and this map search — use a boundary drawn from the neighborhood's recorded plat, so you only see homes for sale that are actually inside Cove Lakes.

Open the Neighborhood Map Search

Refine by price, beds, and baths on the map, or save the search to be alerted the moment a new listing appears inside the boundary.

Neighborhood Snapshot

Cove Lakes — Stuart, Martin County (Martin County Property Appraiser data)

  • Gated Entry
  • Community Pool And Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Tennis And Basketball Courts
  • Playground And Dog Park
  • Lakefront And Preserve Homesites
  • Sidewalks And Street Lights
  • HOA Approximately $360/Month Including Cable And Common Areas
  • Zoned schools: Pinewood (Martin), Dr. David L. Anderson, Martin County
  • Homes built 1981–2014
  • About 105 homesites

Why Choose Cove Lakes?

Key reasons buyers and sellers choose this Martin County community

Established Stuart Location

Cove Lakes sits in Stuart, within easy reach of Stuart / Treasure Coast employment, the beaches, and the Intracoastal. Martin County is served by I-95, US-1, and the Florida Turnpike.

Know the Real Value Before You Offer

Resale pricing in Cove Lakes swings with condition, updates, roof and A/C age, and insurance costs. Our team runs neighborhood comps and checks the details that move value before you commit.

Sell With a Neighborhood Expert

If you own in Cove Lakes, we track every sale inside the boundary, price your home against true in-neighborhood comps, and market it to buyers already searching this community.

Major Employers Within Commuting Distance

Key employment centers accessible from Stuart / Treasure Coast

Cleveland Clinic / Martin HealthStuart
~15 min
Pratt & Whitney (via I-95)Jupiter
~25 min
Martin County SchoolsStuart
~15 min
Tradition Medical CenterPort St. Lucie
~20 min
Cummins AllisonStuart
~10 min

Places of Interest

Water

  • Sandsprit Park boat ramp~10 min
  • Manatee Pocket (Port Salerno)~15 min
  • St. Lucie Inlet~20 min

Beaches

  • Stuart Beach~15 min
  • Bathtub Reef Beach~20 min
  • Jensen Beach~20 min

Healthcare

  • Cleveland Clinic Martin North~10 min
  • Cleveland Clinic Martin South~10 min
  • Tradition Medical Center~25 min

Shopping

  • Downtown Stuart~10 min
  • Treasure Coast Square~10 min
  • Publix / Kanner Hwy shops~5 min

Cove Lakes at a Glance

Home types: single-family homes

MLS subdivision names: Cove Lakes, Cove Lakes PUD, Legacy Cove

Active listing prices: $735K (1 active listing)

Recent sales: $586K–$870K (4 closed sales, last 12 months)

HOA: $360/month

Also searched as: Cove Lakes Stuart FL homes for sale, Legacy Cove Stuart FL, gated communities Stuart Martin County, Cove Lakes PUD Stuart, Stuart FL 34997 homes for sale, lakefront homes Stuart FL, Martin County gated neighborhoods with pool and tennis, Legacy Cove HOA fees

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cove Lakes and buying or selling in Martin County

What is Cove Lakes in Stuart?
Cove Lakes is a single-family homes neighborhood in Stuart, Martin County, Florida, established in the 1980s. Paradise Realty FLA represents buyers and sellers in Cove Lakes directly — our brokerage is based in Stuart and serves Martin, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties.
What do homes in Cove Lakes cost?
Based on the Martin County Property Appraiser's 2025 roll, the median assessed value in Cove Lakes is about $591,745; market listings typically fall around $550,000-$800,000 depending on size, updates, and lot. Our team pulls current in-neighborhood comps before you make or accept an offer.
Does Cove Lakes have an HOA?
Yes — active listings in Cove Lakes report HOA dues of about $360/month. Dues, what they include, and any deed restrictions should be verified at contract for the specific home; we confirm current figures before you make an offer.
How does the neighborhood listing search work?
The listings on this page use a boundary drawn from the recorded plat of Cove Lakes, so they show only homes for sale inside the neighborhood rather than everything in the Stuart zip code. Open the map search to refine by price, beds, and baths, or save the search for alerts.
How does Paradise Realty FLA help Cove Lakes buyers and sellers?
Paradise Realty FLA is a Stuart-based brokerage that represents Cove Lakes buyers and sellers directly. Our team handles the dually licensed intake consultation (real estate and financing together), runs in-neighborhood comps, and coordinates every document and deadline through closing.

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Why Work With Paradise Realty FLA?

A Stuart-based brokerage serving Martin, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties — direct representation, in-neighborhood comps, financing review, and transaction coordination through closing.

Intake + Coordination

Dually licensed intake consultation, direct Realtor representation, and a transaction coordinator through closing.

Neighborhood Comps

Every sale inside the boundary, tracked — so offers and list prices are grounded in true in-community data.

Contract Guidance

Navigate inspections, insurance, financing contingencies, and negotiation with an advocate who knows Martin County resale terms.

Educational First

No pressure — we serve as your educational resource every step of the way.

Deadline Protection

Transaction coordinator monitors every contract deadline and contingency from acceptance to closing.

Buyers and Sellers

Whether you are buying into Cove Lakes or selling your home there, the same local expertise works for you.

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