Neighborhood · Ellenton, Florida
Ridgewood Meadows
Gated comfort a short hop from Tampa
9
Homes for sale
$219,900
Median list price
$155
Avg price / sqft
28
Median days on market
Ridgewood Meadows sits in the Ellenton corner of Manatee County, where quiet residential streets and mostly gated pockets set the tone for everyday life. Seven of the nine current listings are behind a gate, and you're surrounded by established neighbors like Covered Bridge Estates, North River Estates, and Highland Shores. With downtown Tampa about 44 minutes away and Tampa International around 54, it's a practical base for buyers who want space without cutting themselves off from the metro.
For buyers, the numbers point to real room to negotiate. Homes here sit a median of 139 days on market, and sellers are averaging 90% of their asking price — patient buyers have leverage. The nine active Ellenton homes for sale in this area carry a median list price of $219,900, and 31 homes have sold in the past year, so there's steady turnover to work with.
Ridgewood Meadows is a community in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$115,000 – $248K price range
1,404 sqft median home
$226/mo median HOA
31 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Ridgewood Meadows
$115,000
61 MOURNINGDOVE COURT UNIT 0, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 sqft
$244,900$259,000
158 OSPREY CIRCLE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,280 sqft
$229,900
58 PARTRIDGE AVENUE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,624 sqft
$214,900$232,000
190 NIGHTINGALE CIRCLE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,526 sqft
$247,900
78 EAGLE CIRCLE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,404 sqft
$164,000$179,900
47 QUAIL COURT, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,050 sqft
$239,900$244,900
70 MOCKINGBIRD LANE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,428 sqft
$219,900
153 EGRET CIRCLE, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,300 sqft
$209,900$219,900
135 HUMMINGBIRD AVENUE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,404 sqft
Every active listing inside the Ridgewood Meadows boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Ridgewood Meadows market
31
Sold, last 12 months
$190,000
Median sold price
90%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
89 days
Median time to sell
Ridgewood Meadows vs Ellenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 5.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Ridgewood Meadows boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Ridgewood Meadows is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Ridgewood Meadows home
≈ $1,718/mo
$219,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$226/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
828
Median age
77
Median income
$52,565
Median home value
$179,700
Beyond the listings
Living in Ridgewood Meadows
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 1% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 2% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Culture
Top 2% in the U.S.Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Attitudes
Top 4% in the U.S.Home & Leisure
There's no place like home. This activity is highest when people are feeling relaxed, like sharing a meal with friends or enjoying their morning coffee in their own home.
Entertainment
Top 4% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Straight answers
Ridgewood Meadows FAQs
Is Ridgewood Meadows a good place to live?+
It's a quieter, mostly gated residential area in Ellenton with easy access to the Tampa metro — downtown is about 44 minutes out. You're near established communities like Bougainvillea Place, and assigned schools include Buffalo Creek Middle and Palmetto High. It suits buyers who want space and security without leaving the region behind.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by regional standards — the median list price is $219,900 and homes run about $150 per square foot. Active prices range from $125,000 up to $247,900, so there's a genuinely attainable range to work within. The median sold price over the past year came in at $190,000.
What do homes cost in Ridgewood Meadows?+
The nine active listings have a median list price of $219,900, with a typical home around 1,404 square feet at roughly $150 per square foot. Over the last 12 months, 31 homes sold at a median of $190,000. You can see current options on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It favors buyers who can be patient — homes sit a median of 139 days on market, and sellers are getting about 90% of their asking price. With 31 sales in the past year against nine active listings, there's steady but unhurried activity, which leaves room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $249 per month, reflecting the gated, managed nature of most of the area. Median property taxes are a modest $1,215 per year. Both are worth confirming per listing, since community amenities and assessments vary.
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