Why Live in The Cove
The Cove in Stamford blends coastal scenery with city convenience. The neighborhood features mid- to late-20th-century homes, including Cape Cods, shingled cottages, Colonial Revivals, and multifamily homes. Condos and apartments are also available. Many homes in The Cove are within walking distance of public beaches and fishing spots. Cove Island Park has two sandy beaches, a one-mile walking and biking loop, tennis and basketball courts and a wildlife sanctuary recognized by the Audubon Society. It also houses the SoundWaters Coastal Education Center, which hosts programs and community events, such as an annual Flotilla paddle. Nearby Cummings Park adds a boardwalk, fishing pier, beach volleyball and ball fields. For indoor recreation, Chelsea Piers Connecticut, located on Blachley Road, offers squash and tennis courts, a 50-meter pool and fitness studios. Area dining options include Cove Pizza, Elm Street Diner and Tomato Tomato. There's a ShopRite on Shippan Avenue. Downtown Stamford, about 2 miles northwest, has national retailers. Also downtown, Stamford Station offers commuter rail on the Metro-North New Haven Line. Among the well-regarded schools is Stamford High School, known for its business program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Cove a good place to live?
The Cove is a good place to live. The Cove is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with good transit options. The Cove has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 23.5 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $97,220 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 30.4% of residents. A majority of residents in The Cove are renters, with 60.8% of residents renting and 39.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Cove can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Cove neighborhood guide.
Is The Cove, CT a safe neighborhood?
The Cove, CT is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Cove?
The median home price in The Cove is $549,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $110,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.11%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $114K a year to afford the median home price in The Cove. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in The Cove is $97K.
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Home Trends in The Cove, CT
On average, homes in The Cove, Stamford sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in The Cove, Stamford over the last 12 months is $542,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$542,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$720,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$455,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$237,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$405
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
71
Median List Price
$549,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%