Covington Park Homes for Sale in Apollo Beach, FL

Master-planned SouthShore community · Apollo Beach, Hillsborough County · ZIP 33572

An established 2000s SouthShore master plan of single-family homes and villas in Apollo Beach.

Established 2000s build-outHOA + CDDPools, parks, courts

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Covington Park is largely built out, so the read is the home and the lot, the HOA and the parcel CDD line, and the Apollo Beach flood and evacuation status for the specific address.

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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

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"Covington Park is an established master-planned community in Apollo Beach, in south Hillsborough County, built from the early 2000s as a mix of single-family homes and attached villas across several subdivisions. The buy here is a resale buy in a largely finished community: amenities are already in place, the HOA and the CDD are both established, and your leverage is matching the specific home and lot to honest in-community comps. Both an HOA and a CDD apply, with the CDD assessed on the tax bill, so carrying cost must be confirmed per parcel rather than assumed. The central caution is coastal: Apollo Beach sits in hurricane evacuation territory and Hillsborough expanded its evacuation zones for 2026, so the FEMA flood zone, the evacuation status, and an insurance quote are the diligence items on any address."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Covington Park is a master-planned community in Apollo Beach, in south Hillsborough County, built from the early 2000s with single-family homes and attached villas across several subdivisions including a Cardel-built villa enclave (Surrey Park). It is largely built out, so most activity is resale (Covington Park CDD and HOA sites, neighborhood profiles, 2026).

The community is governed by both a Covington Park Community Development District and a master homeowners association. The CDD constructed and maintains community infrastructure and funded it through tax-exempt bonds assessed on the tax bill, while the HOA enforces covenants and deed restrictions. As of February 2025, Rizzetta Amenity Services manages the Covington Park amenities.

Amenities include multiple swimming pools, a community center (Oak Park) with a multi-purpose room and a fitness center, basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, a splash pad, a dog park, ponds and greenspace, and a walking and bike trail system, with a clock-tower nature park (Stone Garden) among the green spaces. Confirm current amenity access and hours, which are set by the CDD and the management firm.

Apollo Beach is coastal south Hillsborough. The area sits in hurricane evacuation territory, saw mandatory evacuations in the 2024 storms, and Hillsborough County expanded its evacuation zones for the 2026 season, with inland portions of Apollo Beach near Big Bend Road affected. Confirm the FEMA flood zone, the evacuation zone, and insurance for the specific home.

Quick Match

Who Covington Park is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want an established, amenitized SouthShore community
Households comparing single-family homes and lower-maintenance villas
Commuters working the Tampa and south Hillsborough corridor
Buyers who will confirm the HOA, the parcel CDD, and the evacuation zone

Probably not for

Buyers who want a no-CDD, low-fee structure
Buyers who want brand-new construction across the board
Buyers who want acreage or a rural, low-density feel
Buyers who want to avoid coastal flood and evacuation considerations

Market Pulse

How Covington Park is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 24, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Covington Park listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Waterset or Apollo Beach. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Covington Park buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Covington Park on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

I-75 at Big Bend and US 41 are the connectors: Brandon shopping is close, downtown Tampa is roughly a half hour, with the airport and MacDill a bit beyond.

Drive times from Covington Park. The community sits in Apollo Beach with access to I-75 at Big Bend Road and US 41.

I-75 (Big Bend interchange)~8 to 12 min · north-south access

US 41 (Apollo Beach)~5 to 8 min · main corridor

Brandon~25 min · shopping, ~16 mi

Downtown Tampa~30 to 40 min · ~18 mi north

MacDill Air Force Base~40 to 45 min · ~27 mi

Tampa Int'l Airport (TPA)~35 to 45 min · via I-75 and Selmon

St. Joseph's Hospital South~12 to 18 min · Riverview

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic on I-75 and Big Bend Road. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

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Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Hillsborough County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Covington Park is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Public

Hillsborough County Schools (verify by address)

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Doby Elementary School

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Dorothy C. York PK-8 Magnet School

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Covington Park address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Covington Park: expanded SouthShore healthcare, ongoing south Hillsborough growth and road work, the established HOA and CDD structure, and updated coastal evacuation zones. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Covington Park

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Covington Park, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishHealthcare and SouthShore growth point up, while the carrying-cost realities are the CDD line and coastal insurance. The near-term watch item is the expanded 2026 evacuation mapping for specific addresses.

Moffitt opens a SouthShore cancer campus

2025

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Expanded specialty healthcare in the SouthShore area is a real quality-of-life and demand support for nearby communities.

County expands 2026 evacuation zones

2026

BearishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Expanded coastal and inland evacuation mapping, including parts of Apollo Beach, is a reminder to verify the zone and insurance for any address.

Established HOA plus a CDD on the tax bill

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Both fee lines apply, so carrying cost must be verified per parcel rather than assumed from a community average.

Built-out community with managed amenities

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: On-site

A finished community with pools, parks, courts, and trails and a professional management firm supports steady resale demand.

SouthShore growth and corridor work

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SignificanceRadius: Area

Ongoing growth and road investment in south Hillsborough gradually improve access to the SouthShore area.

Apollo Beach coastal flood considerations

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SignificanceRadius: Area

Coastal south Hillsborough means flood exposure is parcel specific and worth verifying on each home.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Covington Park, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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January 2025
Healthcare
Moffitt at SouthShore opens
Moffitt Cancer Center opened its Moffitt at SouthShore outpatient cancer campus in the SouthShore area near Apollo Beach in January 2025, expanding specialty oncology care for south Hillsborough. Why it matters: Expanded specialty healthcare near the community supports quality of life and buyer demand. Source
May 2026
Planning
Hillsborough expands evacuation zones for 2026
Hillsborough County expanded its hurricane evacuation zones for the 2026 season after the 2024 storms, with changes reaching inland portions of Apollo Beach near Big Bend Road. Why it matters: Buyers should verify the evacuation zone and insurance for the specific home. Source
February 2025
Amenities
Rizzetta takes over Covington Park amenity management
As of February 2025, Rizzetta Amenity Services took over management of the Covington Park amenities, overseeing the community center, pools, and recreation operations. Why it matters: Professional amenity management supports the upkeep that underpins resale demand. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Covington Park buying strategy.

If we were buying in Covington Park, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Match the home and lot to real in-community comps. Covington Park spans single-family and villa product across several subdivisions, so price the specific home and position, not a community average.

Verify the HOA dues and the parcel CDD line. Both apply, and the CDD is assessed on the tax bill, so confirm both in writing before you offer.

Check the FEMA flood zone and the Hillsborough evacuation zone for the exact address, both relevant after the 2026 zone expansion.

Get a current insurance quote early, given the coastal Apollo Beach location.

Use the corridor context, and cross-shop a newer amenity master plan such as Waterset before you commit.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-positioned home matched honestly to in-community comps with a clear fee picture

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting the CDD line or coastal insurance on an Apollo Beach address

Best Lot

A pond, greenspace, or amenity-adjacent lot over an interior position

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA, the parcel CDD, the flood zone, and the evacuation zone before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Covington Park is an established master-planned community in Apollo Beach, built from the early 2000s as a mix of single-family homes and attached villas across several subdivisions, including a Cardel-built villa enclave. It is governed by both a Covington Park Community Development District, which built and maintains community infrastructure funded through tax-exempt bonds, and a master homeowners association that enforces covenants. Amenities, managed by Rizzetta Amenity Services as of 2025, include multiple swimming pools, a community center with a multi-purpose room and fitness center, basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, a splash pad, a dog park, ponds and greenspace, and a walking and bike trail system, with a clock-tower nature park among the green spaces. Because amenities are funded through the HOA and CDD, confirm both fee lines and the coastal flood and evacuation status for the exact home before you buy.

Covington Park Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Covington Park.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Covington Park today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Villa

Attached villas, including the Cardel-built enclave, the lower-maintenance entry into the amenitized community. Confirm any sub-association rules and fees.

Lowest entry

The Single-Family Home

Detached homes across the subdivisions, the heart of the market, where home type, subdivision, and lot position set the price.

Most inventory

The Pond or Greenspace Home

Homes on ponds, preserve, or amenity-adjacent lots, the premium tier that tends to hold value best.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Villa

Attached villas, including the Cardel-built enclave, the lower-maintenance entry into the amenitized community. Confirm any sub-association rules and fees.

The Single-Family Home

Detached homes across the subdivisions, the heart of the market, where home type, subdivision, and lot position set the price.

The Pond or Greenspace Home

Homes on ponds, preserve, or amenity-adjacent lots, the premium tier that tends to hold value best.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Covington Park, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Better lots and views resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Covington Park is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Covington Park holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Established community with built amenitiesStrong

Single-family and villa choicesStrong

HOA plus a CDD on the tax billManage it

Coastal flood and evacuation zoneManage it

Coastal insurance costManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Covington Park

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Underbudgeting the carrying costs
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The pools, parks, and trails are already built and priced in. The deal is won on the home, the lot, the fee lines, and the coastal read.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.6B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.6/10

Renovation Risk6.4/10

Location Efficiency7.2/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage6.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Covington Park is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

Pond and greenspace lots hold value best
Home type sets the maintenance level
Confirm the evacuation zone per address
Both HOA and CDD apply to the carrying cost
Read the lot and the fee lines before finishes

In an established master plan, the home type and the pond, greenspace, or amenity position are the durable variables, while the coastal flood and evacuation zone set the risk and insurance cost. A pond-view or greenspace home with a clear fee picture tends to hold value best; an interior home near busy roads less so. Read the position, the HOA, the parcel CDD, and the evacuation zone before the finishes.

The 15-Second Verdict

Covington Park in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established, amenitized SouthShore community with single-family and villa choices.

Biggest advantageA finished community with built amenities, pools, parks, courts, and trails, at an Apollo Beach price.

Biggest riskHOA plus a CDD on the tax bill, and coastal flood, evacuation, and insurance cost in Apollo Beach.

Sweet spotA well-positioned home on a pond or greenspace lot, matched honestly to comps.

Avoid ifYou want no CDD, all-new construction, acreage, or to avoid coastal risk.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Both HOA and CDD apply, verify both lines
The CDD is assessed on the tax bill
Amenities are managed by Rizzetta as of 2025
Confirm the exact parcel tax line, not an average
The built amenities are what the fees support

Covington Park carries both an HOA and a CDD. The HOA enforces covenants and deed restrictions and supports amenity operations, while the Covington Park CDD constructed and maintains community infrastructure, funded through tax-exempt bonds and assessed on the tax bill. Amounts can vary by subdivision and lot, so confirm both lines for the exact parcel.

HOA dues cover covenant enforcement and shared amenity operations; CDD assessments, including any debt service, cover community infrastructure such as roads, ponds, and common areas, and appear on the property tax bill. Confirm the exact scope and the current figures per home.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Covington Park buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxHillsborough County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Covington Park.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Covington Park

Price it to the home, the subdivision, and the lot, not a community average.

Selling in Covington Park means pricing your specific home type, subdivision, and lot position against the freshest in-community comps. Single-family homes and villas trade differently, and pond or greenspace positions carry their own premium.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Covington Park, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Waterset, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Covington Park home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Covington Park matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Hillsborough County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,065/mo

Hillsborough County typical true cost to own

$151/mo

Hillsborough County typical home insurance

Has a CDD

Bond assessment on top of taxes

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Hillsborough County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Covington Park Market Scorecard

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Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Covington Park?

Covington Park is in Apollo Beach, in south Hillsborough County, with ZIP 33572, and access via US 41 and I-75 at Big Bend Road.

When was Covington Park built?

Covington Park is an established community built largely from the early 2000s, with build-out continuing over the following years. Most activity today is resale.

What types of homes are in Covington Park?

A mix of single-family homes and attached villas across several subdivisions, including a Cardel-built villa enclave. Confirm the home type and any sub-association rules per address.

Does Covington Park have HOA and CDD fees?

Yes. Both an HOA and a Covington Park CDD apply. The CDD is assessed on the tax bill and funds community infrastructure, while the HOA enforces covenants. Confirm both lines for the exact parcel.

What amenities does Covington Park have?

Multiple swimming pools, a community center with a multi-purpose room and fitness center, basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, a splash pad, a dog park, ponds and greenspace, and a walking and bike trail system. Confirm current access and hours.

Who manages the Covington Park amenities?

As of February 2025, Rizzetta Amenity Services manages the Covington Park amenities. Amenity hours and access are set by the CDD and the management firm; confirm the current schedule.

What schools serve Covington Park?

Covington Park is part of the Hillsborough County school district, with Doby Elementary located within the community and the Dorothy C. York PK-8 Magnet School nearby. Verify the zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the exact address with the county locator.

Is Covington Park new construction or resale?

It is an established, largely built-out community, so most activity is resale. Confirm the home and any updates for the specific address.

Does Covington Park have a CDD?

Yes. The Covington Park Community Development District constructed and maintains community infrastructure, funded through tax-exempt bonds and assessed on the property tax bill. Confirm the current CDD line for the exact parcel.

Is Covington Park in a flood or evacuation zone?

Apollo Beach is coastal south Hillsborough and sits in hurricane evacuation territory, with mandatory evacuations in the 2024 storms and expanded zones for 2026, including inland portions near Big Bend Road. Check the FEMA flood zone and the county evacuation zone for the specific home.

How is the commute from Covington Park?

US 41 and I-75 at Big Bend Road connect Apollo Beach to Tampa and the wider region. Drive times depend on your destination and the time of day.

Is this the same as Covington Park near Winter Garden?

No. This Covington Park is the Apollo Beach community in Hillsborough County, not the similarly named community in the Winter Garden area. Confirm the address is in Apollo Beach, ZIP 33572.

Is Covington Park a good investment?

An established community with built amenities and SouthShore demand supports interest, but you carry both an HOA and a CDD and a coastal insurance picture. Home, lot, fee, and pricing discipline drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.

Should I use the listing agent to buy here?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation to read the HOA budget, the parcel CDD line, and the flood and evacuation picture protects you.

Who is the best real estate agent for Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c?

The best agent for Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c is one who actively works Apollo Beach and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c.

How do I find a top Apollo Beach real estate agent who knows Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c and the wider Apollo Beach area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Covington Park Ph 2b 2c 3c purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Covington Park?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want an established, amenitized SouthShore communityExcellent fit

Households comparing single-family homes and lower-maintenance villasExcellent fit

Commuters working the Tampa and south Hillsborough corridorExcellent fit

Buyers who will confirm the HOA, the parcel CDD, and the evacuation zoneExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable with 2000s resale homesExcellent fit

Buyers who want a no-CDD, low-fee structureProbably not

Buyers who want brand-new construction across the boardProbably not

Buyers who want acreage or a rural feelProbably not

Buyers who want to avoid coastal flood and evacuation considerationsProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget for coastal insuranceProbably not

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Covington Park Homes for Sale in Apollo Beach, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Covington Park is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Covington Park is performing right now

Covington Park on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Hillsborough County Schools (verify by address)

Doby Elementary School

Dorothy C. York PK-8 Magnet School

Recent Developments in Covington Park

Moffitt opens a SouthShore cancer campus

County expands 2026 evacuation zones

Established HOA plus a CDD on the tax bill

Built-out community with managed amenities

SouthShore growth and corridor work

Apollo Beach coastal flood considerations

Moffitt at SouthShore opens

Hillsborough expands evacuation zones for 2026

Rizzetta takes over Covington Park amenity management

The Covington Park buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Covington Park.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Covington Park holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Covington Park

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Covington Park is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Covington Park in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Covington Park buy.

Price it to the home, the subdivision, and the lot, not a community average.

In Covington Park, condition and view decide your number

What is your Covington Park home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Covington Park Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Covington Park?

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