Housing mix
Neighborhoods range from patio homes and townhomes to family homes and large estates1.
Huntsville Area Guide
Homes for sale in Hampton Cove: Hampton Cove area guide
Hampton Cove is a master-planned community tucked between Monte Sano and Green Mountain on one side and Keel Mountain on the other, with lakes, golf and greenway trails1.
Lifestyle
Lakes, golf and a nature preserve next door
The community lists 28 stocked lakes, three golf courses and about 20 miles of sidewalks and paths, and it borders the 538-acre Hays Nature Preserve and the Big Cove Creek Greenway1.
Jurisdiction
Hampton Cove land is shared with Huntsville, Owens Cross Roads, Gurley and Big Cove, so confirm city limits and taxing units for each address1.
Getting around
Over the mountain from the city
Hampton Cove sits just over Monte Sano from central Huntsville1. Drive the route at commute time before you buy, especially if you work on Redstone Arsenal.
Common Questions
Hampton Cove: common questions
Who developed Hampton Cove?
Development began in 1992 with brothers John and Jimmy Hays and Jeff Enfinger1.
Is there a nature preserve nearby?
Yes. The Hays Nature Preserve covers 538 acres next to Hampton Cove1.
Is every Hampton Cove home inside Huntsville city limits?
No. The area overlaps several jurisdictions, so check the parcel record1.
Quick Answers
Homes for sale in Hampton Cove: questions answered
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Hampton Cove?
Nancy “Peaches” Brown, a realtor with LoKation Real Estate, helps buyers and sellers in Hampton Cove and the greater Huntsville area. Use the contact page to send a request and she will reply to set a time.
What should I check before buying a home in Hampton Cove?
Confirm the city or county jurisdiction, the school assignment for the exact address and the FEMA flood map panel before you make an offer. This guide links the official sources.
Sources
Where these facts come from
Figures change. Verify details for a specific address with the official source before you decide.
- Hampton Cove, Huntsville, Wikipedia (accessed 2026-10-15).