Homes for sale · North Port, FloridaHighland Ridge
Affordable single-family living in southern Sarasota County
11
Homes for sale
$235,000
Median list price
$225
Avg price / sqft
26
Median days on market
Highland Ridge is a compact, straightforward residential pocket of North Port where modest single-family homes sit on quiet streets in a part of Florida that's grown fast over the past two decades. It suits first-time buyers, downsizers and investors who want a real house with a yard without the premium of the county's coastal zip codes. Nearby communities like Atwater and Cranberry Fields give you a feel for how the broader area has filled in with newer product.
For a buyer today, the numbers are refreshingly accessible: 11 homes are active with a median list price of $239,000, and the 18 sales over the past year closed at a median of $220,000. Homes here are moving — a median of 23 days on market, with sellers getting about 97% of asking — so well-priced listings don't linger. Browse what's available now on the live map to see where prices land.
Highland Ridge is a community in North Port, Florida.
Quick facts
$199,900 – $279K price range
1,031 sqft median home
18 sold in 12 months
Living in Highland Ridge
Highland Ridge is a residential neighborhood inside North Port, a city in southern Sarasota County that has grown rapidly over the last couple of decades. The area is defined by modest, detached single-family homes on their own lots, which gives it a settled, suburban feel rather than the density of a condo community. It's the kind of place where you buy a house with a yard without stretching your budget to coastal prices.
The neighborhood suits a range of buyers. First-time buyers appreciate the entry-level price point, downsizers like the compact, manageable floor plans, and investors are drawn to the affordability relative to the broader region. Homes here average around 1,031 square feet, so expect efficient layouts that are easy to maintain.
North Port as a whole has filled in with newer communities and growing services, and Highland Ridge benefits from that momentum while keeping its own quiet, unpretentious character. If you want to see how it stacks up against the wider city, browse North Port homes for sale alongside the listings here.
Neighborhoods and communities in Highland Ridge
Highland Ridge sits among several notable North Port communities that give you useful points of comparison when you're shopping. Atwater and Cranberry Fields are examples of the newer planned product that has reshaped parts of the city, often with amenities and HOA structures that differ from Highland Ridge's more traditional, unencumbered lots.
North Port Gardens and Chamberlain are additional nearby neighborhoods worth exploring if you want to understand the full range of what North Port offers at different price points and ages of construction. Blue Ridge - Salford is another pocket in the area that rounds out the local landscape.
Comparing these communities helps you weigh trade-offs: a newer community may offer amenities and uniform construction but add monthly fees, while Highland Ridge's appeal is its straightforward, no-HOA ownership. Walking or driving a few of these neighborhoods back to back is the fastest way to find the fit that matches how you actually want to live.
Homes for sale in Highland Ridge: prices and housing
The market here is affordable and active. There are currently 11 active listings with a median list price of $239,000, spanning a tight range from $199,900 to $279,000. The average price per square foot is about $226, and the median home size is roughly 1,031 square feet — a reminder that this is a neighborhood of compact, efficient single-family homes rather than large estates.
Recent sales back up the list prices: 18 homes closed over the past 12 months at a median sold price of $220,000, with sellers receiving about 97% of asking on average. A median of 23 days on market tells you well-priced homes trade quickly, so buyers should come prepared. You can watch inventory in real time on the live map.
On carrying costs, listings here report no community HOA, which simplifies your monthly budget compared with many planned developments. Property taxes run a median of about $3,190 per year, though the exact figure depends on assessed value and any exemptions. There is no new construction, no gated or golf product, and no 55+ or waterfront inventory among the current active listings — just one pool home — so plan on buying an existing single-family home.
Schools in Highland Ridge
Homes in Highland Ridge are most commonly assigned to Lamarque Elementary School, Heron Creek Middle School and North Port High School, all within the Sarasota County school system. These are the schools that show up most often for addresses in this neighborhood.
School zones are not guaranteed by neighborhood and can be adjusted over time as the district rebalances enrollment. Before you make an offer, confirm the current assignment for the specific address directly with Sarasota County Schools, since boundaries occasionally shift.
If particular schools are central to your decision, build that verification into your home search early so you're not surprised after closing. The district's official zoning tools and office are the authoritative source for any given address.
Getting around Highland Ridge
Highland Ridge is part of North Port in southern Sarasota County, a region well served by Interstate 75, which is the main corridor for regional travel north toward Sarasota and south toward the Fort Myers area. For most residents, I-75 is the backbone of any longer commute.
Day-to-day, you'll rely on North Port's local arterial roads for errands, schools and services, which keeps routine trips close to home. The neighborhood's suburban layout means a car is the practical way to get around.
Specific drive times vary with traffic and time of day, so the best approach is to test your own routine commute — to work, school or the coast — at the hours you'd actually be traveling before you commit to a home here.
Is Highland Ridge a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Highland Ridge delivers real value. You get a detached single-family home in Sarasota County at a median around $239,000, with no community HOA and manageable property taxes near $3,190 a year. That combination is increasingly hard to find in this part of Florida, which makes the neighborhood a smart entry point for first-time buyers, downsizers and investors.
The trade-offs are worth naming honestly. Homes here are smaller — around 1,031 square feet on average — and you won't find new construction, gated streets, golf, waterfront or 55+ product in the current inventory. With only 11 active listings and a 23-day median time on market, choices are limited and the best homes go fast, so you need to be decisive.
If your priorities are affordability, a real yard and a straightforward purchase without monthly association fees, Highland Ridge is a strong candidate. If you need more square footage, resort-style amenities or brand-new construction, you'll likely want to compare it with nearby North Port communities before deciding. Either way, verifying school zones and running your own commute will tell you whether it fits your life.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Highland Ridge
$279,000
5521 TALBROOK ROAD, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,235 sqft
$249,900
5520 KENWOOD DRIVE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,031 sqft
$235,000
5858 KENWOOD DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,585 sqft
$234,500$239,500
7595 BERWICK STREET, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 1 ba · 882 sqft
$199,900$215,000
7582 LYNCREST STREET, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 903 sqft
$229,100
6820 HARMONY ROAD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,190 sqft
$219,900$239,900
6659 KENWOOD DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,264 sqft
$240,000$245,000
6121 MYRTLEWOOD ROAD, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 1 ba · 902 sqft
$239,000$249,000
5409 KENWOOD DRIVE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,105 sqft
$253,000$255,000
5568 KENWOOD DRIVE, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 2 ba · 912 sqft
$215,000$220,000
7508 PARRISH STREET, NORTH PORT
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 888 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Highland Ridge market
18
Sold, last 12 months
$220,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
29 days
Median time to sell
Highland Ridge vs North Port
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 20.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Highland Ridge boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Highland Ridge is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Highland Ridge home
≈ $1,714/mo
$235,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
977
Median age
59
Median income
$63,800
Median home value
$170,487
Beyond the listings
Living in Highland Ridge
Relationships
Top 6% in the U.S.Family Time
Family time is always a good time for these folks. Whether it's a family vacation or making ice cream sundaes at home, this population loves spending time with the people closest to them.
Culture
Top 6% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Relationships
Top 7% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Beliefs
Top 10% in the U.S.Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Attitudes
Top 11% 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.
Beliefs
Top 11% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Straight answers
Highland Ridge FAQs
Is Highland Ridge a good place to live?+
It's a practical, low-key residential area that works well for buyers who want a detached home at an affordable price in southern Sarasota County. You get quiet streets and access to North Port's amenities without paying coastal prices. Check current North Port homes for sale to compare it against nearby neighborhoods.
Is Highland Ridge expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable parts of the county, with a median list price of $239,000 and active listings ranging from $199,900 to $279,000. The average price per square foot runs about $226. That makes it a strong option for first-time buyers and investors.
What do homes cost in Highland Ridge?+
Right now there are 11 active listings with a median list price of $239,000, while the 18 homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $220,000. Homes average around 1,031 square feet, so you're buying efficient, manageable floor plans rather than sprawling layouts.
How is the market in Highland Ridge?+
It's moving at a healthy clip — homes sell in a median of 23 days and sellers are collecting about 97% of their asking price. With only 11 active listings, inventory is tight, so serious buyers should be ready to act when the right home appears. You can track new listings on the live map.
Are there HOA fees or high taxes in Highland Ridge?+
Listings here report no community HOA, which keeps your monthly costs simpler than in many planned communities. Property taxes run a median of about $3,190 per year. Always confirm the exact tax figure on any specific home, since it varies by assessed value and exemptions.
What schools serve Highland Ridge?+
Homes here are most commonly zoned for Lamarque Elementary School, Heron Creek Middle School and North Port High School. School zones can change, so verify the current assignment for any address directly with Sarasota County Schools before you buy.
Is there new construction in Highland Ridge?+
There are no new-construction homes among the current active listings in Highland Ridge itself. If new builds are a priority, nearby North Port communities like North Port Gardens and Chamberlain are worth a look. Otherwise, the inventory here is primarily existing single-family homes.
What's the commute like from Highland Ridge?+
Highland Ridge sits within North Port in southern Sarasota County, with I-75 providing the main regional connection north toward Sarasota and south toward Fort Myers. Day-to-day errands stay close to home along North Port's arterial roads. For specific drive times, it's best to test your own route at different times of day.
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