Homes zoned forEast Ridge Middle School
Family-friendly South Lake living with easy Orlando reach
253
Homes for sale
$599,999
Median list price
$326
Avg price / sqft
65
Median days on market
The East Ridge Middle School zone sits in south Clermont, a part of Lake County where rolling terrain, newer subdivisions, and a steady supply of pool and gated homes draw families looking for space without giving up a reasonable commute. It feeds into a cluster of well-known campuses — from East Ridge High School down to Lost Lake Elementary School — which makes it a practical pick for buyers who want to settle one household across multiple school ages. You'll find everything from modest starter houses to lakefront estates here, and the area still carries the relaxed, outdoorsy character South Lake is known for.
For a buyer today, the numbers tell a clear story: 254 active listings with a median list price of $600,000, while the 816 homes sold over the last year closed at a median of $505,000. That gap between asking and sold prices, plus a median 70 days on market, means there's room to negotiate — sellers are getting about 98% of asking on average. If you want to see the full picture, browse Clermont homes for sale or scan the live map to compare neighborhoods directly.
East Ridge Middle School is an attendance zone in Clermont, Florida.
Quick facts
$185,000 – $7.5M price range
2,601 sqft median home
$135/mo median HOA
$3,000/mo median rent
815 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the East Ridge Middle School zone
This attendance zone sits in the southern part of Clermont, within Lake County's South Lake area, where the landscape is noticeably hillier than most of Central Florida. The housing here skews newer and subdivision-based, with a strong presence of gated communities — 94 of the current active listings fall into that category. It's a part of town built largely around family life, with homes sized for growing households and plenty of pool properties mixed in.
The zone appeals most to buyers who prioritize schools, space, and a quieter residential rhythm over walkable downtown living. With 254 homes currently active and a price ladder running from $185,000 to $7,500,000, there's genuine variety — first-time buyers, move-up families, and luxury shoppers all have a place to look. The median home measures about 2,626 square feet, which tells you this is largely a market of full-size family houses rather than condos or townhome clusters.
Because the area draws on several nearby campuses, including East Ridge High School, it's a logical landing spot for households that want to keep school-age kids close to home across elementary, middle, and high school years. The overall feel is suburban and newer, with the outdoor, lake-dotted character South Lake has long been known for.
Schools for homes in the East Ridge Middle School zone
The campuses associated with this part of Clermont include East Ridge High School, Windy Hill Middle School, Lost Lake Elementary School, Grassy Lake Elementary School, and the Rimes Early Learning & Literacy Center for the youngest learners. Together they give families a full span of options from early learning through high school within the same general area.
Having multiple campuses clustered nearby is a real convenience for families with children in different grades, since it reduces the logistical juggling of long cross-town drives. That said, we're not going to quote ratings or test scores here — the right question for any buyer is simply which schools a specific home is assigned to.
School attendance boundaries in Lake County can and do change from year to year. Before you make an offer based on a particular campus, confirm the current assignment for that exact address directly with the Lake County school district. It's a quick step that protects you from a surprise later.
Homes for sale in the East Ridge Middle School zone: prices and housing
The market here currently shows 254 active listings with a median list price of $600,000, while homes that actually closed over the past 12 months — 816 of them — did so at a median of $505,000. That spread between list and sold prices is worth keeping in mind as you set expectations. The average cost works out to about $326 per square foot across a median home size of 2,626 square feet.
Segments tell you where the inventory concentrates: 76 active listings have pools, 94 are in gated communities, 56 are new construction, and 71 are priced above $1 million. There are also 16 waterfront listings for buyers drawn to the area's lakes. Notably, there are no golf-course or 55+ listings active right now, so this is not the zone to target if those are must-haves.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $138 per month and median property taxes run roughly $6,060 per year. For renters or investors weighing the math, the median rent sits around $3,000 per month. With sellers averaging about 98% of asking and a median 70 days on market, well-priced homes move but there's still room for a patient, prepared buyer to negotiate.
Getting around from the East Ridge Middle School zone
One of this zone's practical strengths is its position relative to the Orlando job and entertainment hubs. Downtown Orlando is roughly a 35-minute drive, and Universal Orlando sits at about 36 minutes, which keeps both work commutes and weekend outings reasonable.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 43 minutes away, and Walt Disney World is around 47 minutes — manageable distances for travelers and families who make regular theme-park trips. The broader area is served by major regional roads that connect Clermont toward the Orlando metro, so getting onto the main arteries is straightforward from most of the zone.
As with any suburban Central Florida location, a car is essential for day-to-day life here. The payoff is that you trade a bit of distance for more house and a quieter setting while still staying within commuting range of the metro.
Is the East Ridge Middle School zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for families who want a newer, spacious home in a school-focused part of Clermont with a commutable link to Orlando. The heavy supply of gated (94) and pool (76) homes, plus 56 new-construction listings, gives buyers who value modern, amenity-rich properties plenty to choose from. The multi-campus school cluster nearby is a genuine draw for households planning to stay put through multiple school stages.
The trade-offs are honest ones. Prices aren't cheap — a $505,000 median sold price plus roughly $6,060 in annual taxes means this is a committed purchase — and the lack of golf-course and 55+ inventory makes it a poor fit for those specific buyers. A median 70 days on market also signals that this isn't a frenzy; you'll want to be deliberate rather than rushed.
If your priorities are family space, a predictable suburban setting, and reasonable Orlando access, the numbers and inventory here line up well. Browse current options on Clermont homes for sale or explore the live map, and always confirm the school assignment for any specific address before you commit.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$4,447,000
15714 PENDIO DRIVE, MONTVERDE
5 bd · 6.5 ba · 5,955 sqft
$675,000
2567 STARGRASS CIRCLE, CLERMONT
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,266 sqft
$505,000
1876 SANDERLING DRIVE, CLERMONT
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,282 sqft
$501,740
1920 FIELDSTONE STREET, MINNEOLA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,692 sqft
$415,000
508 S BLOXAM AVENUE, MINNEOLA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,312 sqft
$375,000
564 BRIMMING LAKE ROAD, MINNEOLA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,672 sqft
$969,900
21289 COUNTY ROAD 455, CLERMONT
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,800 sqft
$925,000
18020 VICTORIAN DRIVE, CLERMONT
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,782 sqft
$635,000
952 VINEYARD RIDGE ROAD, MINNEOLA
5 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,170 sqft
$605,490
1872 FIELDSTONE STREET, MINNEOLA
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,195 sqft
$560,000
17906 HITHER HILLS CIRCLE, WINTER GARDEN
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,376 sqft
$545,000
2019 SUNSHINE PEAK DRIVE, MINNEOLA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,093 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The East Ridge Middle School market
815
Sold, last 12 months
$505,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
31 days
Median time to sell
East Ridge Middle School vs Clermont
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 2.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the East Ridge Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median East Ridge Middle School home
≈ $4,013/mo
$599,999 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$135/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
39,630
Median age
40
Median income
$99,219
Median home value
$408,152
Beyond the listings
Living in East Ridge Middle School
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Straight answers
East Ridge Middle School FAQs
Is the East Ridge Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It suits families well, with a cluster of schools nearby and a housing stock heavy on pools (76 active) and gated communities (94 active). The outdoorsy South Lake character and manageable Orlando commute make it a practical long-term base for households that want room to grow.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's a mid-to-upper range market by Lake County standards: the median list price is $600,000 and homes actually sold at a median of $505,000 over the past year. There's real range, though — 71 active listings are priced above $1M, while the entry point starts around $185,000.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Active listings run from $185,000 to $7,500,000 at an average of $326 per square foot, with a median home size of 2,626 square feet. The median sold price of $505,000 is a more realistic benchmark for what buyers are actually closing on. You can compare current options on Clermont homes for sale.
How is the market right now?+
It leans balanced to buyer-friendly: 254 homes are active, the median listing sits on the market about 70 days, and sellers are netting around 98% of asking. That combination gives patient buyers room to negotiate, especially on listings that have lingered.
What should I expect for HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $138 per month, reasonable given how many gated communities (94 active) are in the zone. Median property tax is around $6,060 per year, so budget for both on top of your mortgage.
What are the schools like for this zone?+
The zone connects to a group of Lake County campuses including East Ridge High School, Windy Hill Middle School, and Lost Lake Elementary School. Boundaries shift over time, so always confirm the exact assignment for a specific address directly with the Lake County school district before you buy.
How is the commute to Orlando and the airport?+
Downtown Orlando is roughly 35 minutes and Universal Orlando about 36 minutes. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is around 43 minutes and Walt Disney World about 47 minutes, so the zone works for both work commutes and theme-park trips.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — 56 of the 254 active listings are new construction, a healthy share for one attendance zone. Buyers wanting modern layouts and current finishes have options without having to build from scratch.
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Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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