1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET, ORLANDO, FL, 32803
Active1 days on marketListed Sep 19, 2026MLS #O6442163
About this home
1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET
Do you want to live centrally in a beautiful home and enjoy being a part of the fabric of Orlando? This spacious house is nestled in the heart of Colonialtown South Historic District, offering the perfect balance of 1941 charm, darling curb appeal, and modern updates. Beautiful hardwood floors carry you through a formal living room with bay window to a large primary bedroom with renovated ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet, or to the formal dining space. The large kitchen is open to a fantastic family room with incredible vaulted ceilings- making the space feel grand and light. Interior laundry, 4 bedrooms, and 3 full bathrooms lend to livability and a contemporary flow not common in homes of the era. The lot size is large for the area, leaving plenty of room for a large covered screened porch and ample yard space! The detached 2-car garage with EV plug has an attached shed/closet- perfect to store bikes to ride to Sunday's Orlando Farmer's Market at Lake Eola. Within about a mile of your front door, find over a dozen Michelin recommended eateries, numerous great stores and groceries, a popular YMCA, cool coffee shops, gorgeous nature-filled parks, and so much more. People travel far and wide to enjoy the food an experiences that will be part of your everyday life. Orlando is your oyster and your home is your sanctuary at 1242 E. Ridgewood Street. Schedule your private tour as you have to see this one in person!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1,957
Sqft
0.24 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1941
Year built
One
Levels
$370
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$4,783 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$4,783/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+18.4%
$/sqft vs Orlando actives
$370 vs $242
Days on market
1 vs 42 typical
Where $370/sqft sits among the 400 Orlando actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Colonialtown South
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Colonialtown South — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,329
Median age
41
Median income
$68,504
Median home value
$437,200
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
91%
For the school run
Orange County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Orlando market
$400K → $395K
Orlando median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
209 of 400
Orlando actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Orlando, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 69% above the ORLANDO 32803 median. See the full Orlando market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$429,000
1204 S BUMBY AVENUE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,957 sqft · $219/sqft · 255 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$510,000
1151 DELANEY AVENUE UNIT 3
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 1,952 sqft · $261/sqft · 17 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$641,500
730 DELANEY PARK DRIVE
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,945 sqft · $330/sqft · 210 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Tommy Trainer
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,783/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,274. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Orlando?+
At $725,000, this home is listed about 88% above the Orlando median of $385,250. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1242 E RIDGEWOOD STREET?+
Hillcrest Elementary (elementary), Lake Como School (elementary), Edgewater High (high) — Orange County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$725,000 runs 69% above the ORLANDO 32803 median — but at 1,957 sqft it's also 23% larger than the typical Orlando listing.
02Fresh on the market
Only 1 day on market in a Orlando market that averages 42 — if it fits, move quickly.
03Strong assigned schools
Hillcrest Elementary, Lake Como School, Edgewater High — Hillcrest Elementary rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of FANNIE HILLMAN & ASSOCIATES · Stacy Bucek. MLS #O6442163.
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