
Homes zoned forRidgewood High School
Affordable coastal living on Pasco's Gulf side
168
Homes for sale
$249,900
Median list price
$195
Avg price / sqft
52
Median days on market
The Ridgewood High School zone sits in Port Richey, the Gulf-side corner of Pasco County where canal-front streets, modest ranch homes, and quiet residential blocks sit a short drive from the water. It's a practical, unpretentious slice of the coast that draws first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who wants Florida sunshine without a Tampa price tag. Feeder schools like Chasco Middle School and Gulf Highlands Elementary School anchor the surrounding neighborhoods, and families often choose the area for exactly that reason.
For a buyer today, the math is friendly: the median list price among Port Richey homes for sale in this zone is $249,900, with active listings running from $75,000 to just under $1 million. Homes are selling at about 97% of asking over the past year, and a median 51.5 days on market means there's room to negotiate without the frenzy you'll find further south. Browse the live map to see how waterfront and pool homes cluster across the zone.
Ridgewood High School is an attendance zone in Port Richey, Florida.
Quick facts
$75,000 – $995K price range
1,359 sqft median home
$383/mo median HOA
$1,650/mo median rent
484 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Ridgewood High School zone
The Ridgewood High School zone covers a swath of Port Richey, the Gulf-side community in western Pasco County where canal neighborhoods, mid-century ranch homes, and quiet residential streets define the character. It's unpretentious and coastal in a working-Florida way — close to the water, light on polish, and priced for everyday buyers. The vibe here is more neighborhood than resort.
The zone suits a wide range of buyers: first-timers who need an affordable entry point, downsizers who want single-story living, and families drawn to the local school feeders. With 18 active waterfront listings and 34 homes with pools, there's genuine variety for a market this size. You'll find everything from compact starter homes to larger canal-front properties.
Because so much of the housing stock is established resale rather than new master-planned construction, the streets feel settled and lived-in. Buyers who value character and lower prices over brand-new finishes tend to feel at home here. Explore Port Richey homes for sale to get a feel for the range.
Schools for homes in the Ridgewood High School zone
This attendance zone is anchored by Ridgewood High School, with surrounding neighborhoods feeding into a mix of established elementary and middle schools. Among them are Chasco Middle School and Bayonet Point Middle School at the middle level.
At the elementary level, families in the area may be served by Gulf Highlands Elementary School, Schrader Elementary School, or Fox Hollow Elementary School, depending on the specific street and neighborhood.
School attendance boundaries shift over time, and the school serving a given address isn't always the closest one. Before you commit to a home for its schools, confirm the current zoning for that exact address directly with the Pasco County school district.
Homes for sale in the Ridgewood High School zone: prices and housing
The numbers here are refreshingly accessible. The median list price is $249,900, the active range runs from $75,000 to $995,000, and homes trade at an average of $195 per square foot. The median home measures about 1,361 square feet, reflecting a stock of modest single-family and ranch-style houses rather than sprawling new builds.
Over the past 12 months, 484 homes sold in the zone at a median sold price of $245,000, with sellers receiving roughly 97% of their asking price. Segment choices include 18 waterfront listings, 34 homes with pools, and a handful of gated properties, while new construction is essentially absent — just one active listing. There are no $1M-plus homes active and no 55+ or golf communities in the data for this zone.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $420 per month, but many homes here — especially non-community single-family and canal properties — carry no HOA, so read each listing carefully. Median property taxes come in around $2,708 per year, which is modest for Florida's coast. Check the live map to see where the waterfront and pool homes sit.
Getting around from the Ridgewood High School zone
This is a car-dependent part of Pasco County, so plan your life around easy highway access. The zone sits on Florida's Gulf coast north of the Tampa metro, connected to the wider region by US-19, the main north-south artery along this stretch of coast, and by the Suncoast Parkway/Veterans Expressway further east for faster trips south.
Commute times reflect the distance from the big employment centers. Expect roughly 51 minutes to Tampa International Airport and about 54 minutes to Downtown Tampa. That's a real drive, so the area works best for buyers who work on the Gulf side or who are willing to trade commute time for lower home prices.
For day-to-day errands, Port Richey's local corridors keep shopping and services within a short drive, which keeps the longer highway trips reserved for airport runs and Tampa workdays.
Is the Ridgewood High School zone a good fit?
If affordability near the Gulf is your priority, this zone delivers. A $249,900 median list price, taxes around $2,708 a year, and a balanced market where sellers take about 97% of asking give buyers both value and negotiating room. With 168 active listings and a median 51.5 days on market, you have time to shop carefully rather than rush.
The trade-offs are honest ones. The commute to Tampa and its airport runs close to an hour, new construction is almost nonexistent, and the housing stock skews older and smaller — the median home is about 1,361 square feet. Buyers who need a brand-new build or a short city commute should weigh that carefully.
For first-time buyers, downsizers, and families who want Gulf-side living at a reachable price — with waterfront and pool options still on the table — this zone is a practical, grounded choice. Start with Port Richey homes for sale and confirm school zoning for any address before you write an offer.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$285,000
9024 LIDO LANE, PORT RICHEY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,362 sqft

$270,000
7886 RAINTREE DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,499 sqft

$190,000
9011 SHALLOWFORD LANE, PORT RICHEY
2 bd · 1 ba · 870 sqft

$309,900
7615 CUMBER DRIVE, NEW PORT RICHEY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,550 sqft

$309,900
7303 VALLEY COURT, NEW PORT RICHEY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,322 sqft

$285,000
9416 PALM AVENUE, PORT RICHEY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,466 sqft

$269,900
7421 SANDALWOOD DRIVE, PORT RICHEY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,389 sqft

$265,000
7805 BURNHAM DRIVE, PORT RICHEY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,442 sqft

$259,900
8635 SABAL WAY, PORT RICHEY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,358 sqft

$244,900
9234 SAINT REGIS LANE, PORT RICHEY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,362 sqft

$220,000
8340 REDFIELD DRIVE, PORT RICHEY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,150 sqft

$165,000
7131 BELLAIRE TERRACE, NEW PORT RICHEY
2 bd · 1 ba · 898 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Ridgewood High School market
484
Sold, last 12 months
$245,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
30 days
Median time to sell
Ridgewood High School vs Port Richey
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Price per sqft
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Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
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Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Ridgewood High School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Ridgewood High School home
≈ $2,129/mo
$249,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$383/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,650/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
32,852
Median age
42
Median income
$49,935
Median home value
$177,974
Beyond the listings
Living in Ridgewood High School
Lifestyles
Top 17% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
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Appearance oriented
Top 20% in the U.S.Body Art
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Entertainment
Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Straight answers
Ridgewood High School FAQs
Is the Ridgewood High School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want affordable Gulf-side living in Pasco County without a big-city price. The zone's residential streets, canal-front pockets, and family schools make it a steady, practical choice. It's quieter and more down-to-earth than the resort markets further south.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — it's one of the more affordable coastal zones around Tampa Bay, with a median list price of $249,900 and active listings starting as low as $75,000. The median home sold for $245,000 over the past year. There are no $1M-plus active listings in the zone right now.
What do homes cost in the zone?+
Expect a median list price of $249,900 and an average of $195 per square foot, with a median home size of 1,361 square feet. The active range runs from $75,000 up to $995,000, so there's something for both entry-level buyers and those wanting a larger Port Richey home. Pool and waterfront homes typically sit toward the higher end.
How is the market right now?+
It's a balanced market leaning toward buyers. Homes take a median of 51.5 days to sell and sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price, which leaves meaningful room to negotiate. With 168 active listings and 484 sales in the past year, there's healthy inventory and steady demand.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $420 per month, though many single-family and canal homes in the zone carry no HOA at all — check each listing. Median property taxes are roughly $2,708 per year, modest for coastal Florida.
What schools serve this zone?+
The area feeds into schools including Chasco Middle School, Bayonet Point Middle School, and elementary schools like Schrader Elementary School, Gulf Highlands, and Fox Hollow. Boundaries change, so confirm the exact zone for any specific address with the Pasco County school district before you buy.
How is the commute to Tampa?+
Plan on roughly 51 minutes to Tampa International Airport and about 54 minutes to Downtown Tampa. It's a real commute, so the zone works best for people who work closer to the Gulf coast or value the lower home prices over a short drive.
Is there new construction in the zone?+
Not much — there's just one active new-construction listing right now, so this is overwhelmingly a resale market. Buyers who want new build will have limited options and should expect to focus on existing homes.
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