Sunset Cove Port Orange Homes for Sale in Port Orange, FL
Community in Port Orange · Volusia County
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Sunset Cove Homes for Sale in Port Orange, FL
Established 1988 · Port Orange · Volusia County
A mid-2000s Maronda Homes single-family community in Port Orange, with an active HOA and a central location near US-1 and I-95.
Single-family, mid-2000sBuilt by Maronda HomesActive HOA
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Live · Sunset Cove Port Orange Housing PulseDBAMLS + public recordsAnalysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
36.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
25%
Under contract
Volusia: 20% (1,084 of 5,314)
3·1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Jon's Current Read
Sunset Cove Port Orange is a small managed community where inventory sits exceptionally deep—36 months of supply against three active listings puts this firmly in buyer territory. That kind of overhang tells you sellers have limited leverage, and pricing discipline is the only way to transaction velocity here.
With off-site management as the sole reported amenity, value here is driven by location within Port Orange, condition, and lot-specific appeal rather than resort-style community features. The spread between well-updated and deferred-maintenance homes will be wide; buyers have time to wait for the right combination of location and finish, and sellers should expect appraisal scrutiny and limited urgency from the buyer pool.
Sunset Cove Port Orange Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 12, 2026
Sunset Cove Port Orange right now
🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 36.0 months of supply and 25% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of DBAMLS records, as of July 12, 2026. Confidence: Low (4 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).
Updated July 12, 2026 · Live data: DBAMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
A Look Inside Sunset Cove Port Orange
The setting & the homes.
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Quick Match
Who Sunset Cove Port Orange is best for.
Best for
Buyers prioritizing negotiating leverage and patient timelines who can capitalize on a deep supply market
Port Orange–committed buyers willing to trade minimal HOA amenities for lower dues and individual-home value
Investors comfortable with longer hold periods and condition-driven arbitrage in a thin-demand environment
Probably not for
Buyers requiring quick resale liquidity or predictable appreciation timelines in a balanced or seller market
Those expecting resort-style amenities, active social calendar, or on-site management presence
Sellers needing immediate exit velocity without competitive pricing or condition investment
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The Area Market
The market around Sunset Cove Port Orange
Sunset Cove Port Orange is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
Across Volusia County, 4,230 homes are active and 1,084 pending (20% under contract).
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Sunset Cove Port Orange specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Sunset Cove Port Orange
Live MLS inventory for Sunset Cove Port Orange. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.
Management - Off Site · reported on 1 of 1 listings
Community amenities as reported across DBAAR listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.
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Market Pulse
How Sunset Cove is performing right now
41/100 momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
36Months of supplytight
141Median days on marketdays
1 : 3Under contract vs for salestrong demand
1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+139%Median price since 2012appreciation
+2%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate
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 DBAAR, as of June 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Sunset Cove listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.
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Schools
In short
Volusia County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Horizon · Elementary
Silver Sands · Middle
Atlantic · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Sunset Cove Port Orange listings and can change; always confirm with Volusia County Public Schools for a specific address.
No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.
Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Sunset Cove (no CDD)$0/yr
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
Volusia 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
Sunset Cove is served by Volusia 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.
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Sunset Cove, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated July 2026.
Dev Momentum44/100 · Moderate
May 2026
Development
Daytona Beach approves Avalon Park Daytona, a master-planned community of about 8,800 homes west of I-95
Daytona Beach commissioners approved Avalon Park Daytona in May 2026, clearing the way for a master-planned community of about 8,800 homes on land west of Interstate 95. The approval also allows commercial and mixed-use space as the project builds out over many years.
What it may mean for the marketA large new master-planned community adds substantial future housing supply west of Interstate 95, a shift that can influence competition and pricing for existing communities in the area. The site is about 6 miles northwest of Sunset Cove.
FDOT builds a new $75 million I-95 interchange at Pioneer Trail near New Smyrna Beach
The Florida Department of Transportation is building a new $75 million interchange on Interstate 95 at Pioneer Trail near New Smyrna Beach. The roughly 2-mile project widens Pioneer Trail to four lanes and adds a roundabout at Turnbull Bay Road, with construction underway in 2026.
What it may mean for the marketA new interstate interchange improves access and shortens drive times in southeast Volusia, the kind of infrastructure that has historically shaped where demand and new development concentrate. The site is about 6 miles south of Sunset Cove.
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 Sunset Cove Port Orange buying strategy.
If we were buying in Sunset Cove Port Orange today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
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Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
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Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.
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Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Sunset Cove Port Orange.
The Quick Decision
Best Buy
Buyers who value negotiating position and can afford to be selective while the market rebalances.
Biggest Risk
Resale liquidity remains uncertain until absorption tightens; exit timelines may be long.
Sweet Spot
Buyers chasing Port Orange location at a discount, willing to trade amenity richness for market position.
Avoid If
You need a quick flip or rely on community amenities to justify premium pricing on resale.
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The Deep Dive
Small inventory, big supply cushion
Three homes on the market sounds like scarcity until you see the months-of-supply figure: 36. That's three years of runway at current absorption, a ratio that tells you demand is either thin or highly selective. In a community this size, every new listing resets the competitive field, and every closed sale materially changes the supply picture.
Off-site management keeps dues light but also means on-the-ground amenities are minimal. This is not a gated compound with a clubhouse; it's a managed neighborhood where the value proposition is the address, the lot, and what you do with the house itself. Buyers accustomed to resort-style HOA perks will need to adjust expectations; those who prioritize autonomy over shared facilities may find the trade-off attractive.
The market band here—buyer-leaning—reflects that imbalance. Sellers will need competitive pricing and condition transparency to move; buyers can afford to be methodical, to compare all three listings, to negotiate on inspection findings, and to wait for the next listing cycle if nothing fits. That's the posture this supply depth creates.
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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
Sunset Cove is a single-family-home community of about 147 to 150 homes on Sunset Cove Drive in Port Orange, Volusia County, ZIP 32129, built by Maronda Homes with most homes dating to roughly 2006 to 2013. Houses are generally three- to five-bedroom plans from about 1,800 to 3,000 square feet on standard suburban lots around 0.15 acre. The homeowners association, managed by South Atlantic Communities, is active and maintains the common areas; the exact dues are reported inconsistently. Some agent marketing implies waterfront or dock access that the property records do not support, and any community pool, clubhouse, or gated access is unconfirmed, so none of those are asserted here.
Sunset Cove Homes For Sale
What your money buys in Sunset Cove.
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 Sunset Cove today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.
Entry: smaller and original-condition homes
$372K to $372K
The value end of Sunset Cove is the smaller three-bedroom and original-condition homes, below the community average. Budget for roof and system updates and verify the dues (Homes.com; Redfin, 2025 to 2026).
Lowest entry
Mid: updated three- and four-bedroom homes
$372K to $372K
The core of the community is updated three- and four-bedroom homes, around a trailing-year average sale near $341,000, with an active list near $399,900 and a 2025 sale at $355,000 (Redfin; Homes.com; aggregate, 2025 to 2026). Condition, size, and lot separate these.
Most inventory
High: larger and fully updated homes
$372K to $372K
Larger, fully updated homes on the best lots sit at the top of the community, with a 2025 sale at $440,000 (Redfin, 2025). Price each on its size, updates, and lot rather than a community average.
Strongest resale
Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.
Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.
$372K to $372K
Entry: smaller and original-condition homes
The value end of Sunset Cove is the smaller three-bedroom and original-condition homes, below the community average. Budget for roof and system updates and verify the dues (Homes.com; Redfin, 2025 to 2026).
$372K to $372K
Mid: updated three- and four-bedroom homes
The core of the community is updated three- and four-bedroom homes, around a trailing-year average sale near $341,000, with an active list near $399,900 and a 2025 sale at $355,000 (Redfin; Homes.com; aggregate, 2025 to 2026). Condition, size, and lot separate these.
$372K to $372K
High: larger and fully updated homes
Larger, fully updated homes on the best lots sit at the top of the community, with a 2025 sale at $440,000 (Redfin, 2025). Price each on its size, updates, and lot rather than a community average.
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 Sunset Cove, 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.
Updated homes ask about 3% more per square foot than original-condition homes, and they tend to sell faster. In an all-resale market, condition is the single biggest swing in value, which is why reading the renovation math is the whole game.
Asking price per square foot
Renovated$202
Original$197
Median days on market
Renovated164
Original52
From current Sunset Cove listings (renovated 2, original 2); condition inferred from listing descriptions, asking not closed figures. The exact number depends on a specific home's updates, lot, and view, which is the read we do before you offer.
Operator Note
The trap here is a beautifully staged original-condition home. Staging is cheap; a roof, HVAC, and a full modernization are not. We price the real renovation before you fall for the listing photos, because in an all-resale market that number is the difference between a deal and the most expensive house on the street.
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 Sunset Cove holds value.
Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.
No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Port Orange locationStrong
Scarce, established homesitesStrong
Established, in-demand locationPositive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage 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 Sunset Cove
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Sunset Cove Port Orange. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
Why Momentum
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this thin, every comp matters and every negotiation detail counts. Momentum brokers pull full Volusia County transaction histories, cross-reference condition and days-on-market patterns, and advise on pricing strategy that reflects real absorption, not aspiration. We'll tell you when to wait, when to bid, and when a home's deferred maintenance makes it a pass—because in a three-listing market, the wrong choice costs you months.
The 15-Second Verdict
Sunset Cove Port Orange in 15 seconds.
Best forBuyers who value negotiating position and can afford to be selective while the market rebalances.
Biggest advantageDeep supply gives you time and leverage—no urgency, full inspection, room to negotiate.
Biggest riskResale liquidity remains uncertain until absorption tightens; exit timelines may be long.
Sweet spotBuyers chasing Port Orange location at a discount, willing to trade amenity richness for market position.
Avoid ifYou need a quick flip or rely on community amenities to justify premium pricing on resale.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
In short
Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Run Your Numbers
Tools for a Sunset Cove Port Orange buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Sunset Cove Port Orange sales matched to your home.
Selling in Sunset Cove Port Orange
Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.
If you are thinking about selling in Sunset Cove Port Orange, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
15-Second Take
Dues are reported inconsistently; confirm with the management company.
The HOA is active and professionally managed.
Any pool, clubhouse, gate, or dock is unconfirmed and not assumed here.
The HOA dues are reported inconsistently across sources, so this profile does not assert a figure. The association, Sunset Cove Homeowners Association at Port Orange, Inc., is managed by South Atlantic Communities; confirm the current amount and frequency with the manager before you buy.
The association maintains the common and entrance areas; reported coverage centers on grounds and common-area maintenance. Confirm exactly what is included.
There is no golf or private club membership tied to the community.
Run Your Numbers
Tools for a Sunset Cove buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and view, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.
Selling in Sunset Cove
Thinking of selling in Sunset Cove?
Your buyer is cross-shopping the other mid-2000s Port Orange communities, so sell what is specific and verifiable: your home's size and condition, the roof and systems, the lot, the HOA dues, and the central location.
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 Sunset Cove, condition and view decide your number
Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Forest Lake Preserve, 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.
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What is your Sunset Cove Port Orange home worth?
Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Sunset Cove Port Orange, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Volusia County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
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.
How much local inventory is already under contract
26% of homes for sale in ZIP 32129 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-07-18).
Sunset Cove Market Scorecard
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Sunset Cove is currently a buyer-leaning market (limited data). About 36.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $384,000, and homes go under contract in about 160 days.
36.0
Months supply
$384,000
Median list
$372,500
Median sold
$199
Per sqft
160
Days on mkt
3/1/1
Active/Pend/Sold
Typical home value in the 32129 ZIP is $286,142, about 13.1% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
Sunset Cove is currently a strong buyer's market. About 36.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $384,000, and homes go under contract in about 150 days.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Cove Port Orange a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of July 12, 2026, Sunset Cove Port Orange leans toward buyers: 36.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (DBAMLS live counts).
Who is the best real estate agent for Sunset Cove Port Orange?
The best agent for Sunset Cove Port Orange is one who actively works Port Orange and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Sunset Cove Port Orange.
How do I find a top Port Orange real estate agent who knows Sunset Cove Port Orange?
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 Sunset Cove Port Orange and the wider Port Orange area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Sunset Cove Port Orange?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Sunset Cove Port Orange purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
The Verdict
Should you buy in Sunset Cove Port Orange?
An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.
Buyers prioritizing negotiating leverage and patient timelines who can capitalize on a deep supply marketExcellent fit
Port Orange–committed buyers willing to trade minimal HOA amenities for lower dues and individual-home valueExcellent fit
Investors comfortable with longer hold periods and condition-driven arbitrage in a thin-demand environmentExcellent fit
Buyers requiring quick resale liquidity or predictable appreciation timelines in a balanced or seller marketProbably not
Those expecting resort-style amenities, active social calendar, or on-site management presenceProbably not
Sellers needing immediate exit velocity without competitive pricing or condition investmentProbably not
Nearby Communities
Explore more neighborhoods near Sunset Cove Port Orange with Momentum Realty’s local guides.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of DBAMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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