Neighborhood · Ellenton, Florida
Ridgewood Meadows
Gated Manatee County living with room to breathe
10
Homes for sale
$224,900
Median list price
$159
Avg price / sqft
151
Median days on market
Ridgewood Meadows sits in Ellenton, an easy-going pocket of Manatee County where the pace is slower and the layout is built for families and downsizers alike. Most of what's on the market here is behind a gate — eight of the ten active listings are in gated communities — with recognizable pockets like Covered Bridge Estates, Bougainvillea Place, and Oak Creek anchoring the area. Homes assigned to Buffalo Creek Middle School and Palmetto High School make it a practical choice for households that want structure and value in one address.
For a buyer today, this is a patient market with real negotiating room. The 10 active listings carry a median list price of $224,900, but homes are sitting a median of 131.5 days before they move, and sellers are averaging 91% of asking. That gap tells you there's leverage on the table — compare the active picture against the Ellenton homes for sale trend and you'll see where the value sits.
Ridgewood Meadows is a community in Ellenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$130,000 – $240K price range
1,325 sqft median home
$236/mo median HOA
28 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Ridgewood Meadows
$229,900
58 PARTRIDGE AVENUE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,624 sqft
$229,900$249,900
117 HERON COURT, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,608 sqft
$189,000$219,900
148 NIGHTINGALE CIRCLE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 972 sqft
$239,900$244,900
70 MOCKINGBIRD LANE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,428 sqft
$164,000$179,900
47 QUAIL COURT, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,050 sqft
$235,000
73 WHIPPORWILL COURT, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,350 sqft
$229,900
145 NIGHTINGALE CIRCLE, ELLENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,274 sqft
$130,000$140,000
61 MOURNINGDOVE COURT, ELLENTON
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,176 sqft
$219,900
153 EGRET CIRCLE, ELLENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,300 sqft
$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
28
Sold, last 12 months
$190,000
Median sold price
91%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
78 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
▼ 23.5% 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
≈ $1,772/mo
$224,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$236/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 quiet, gated-heavy part of Ellenton in Manatee County that suits families and downsizers looking for value and privacy. Eight of the ten active listings sit behind gates, and homes are assigned to well-known schools including Palmetto High School. The steady pace and established communities make it an easy fit for buyers who don't want the density of the coast.
Is Ridgewood Meadows expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable options in the area, with a median list price of $224,900 and active listings ranging from $130,000 to $239,900. At an average of $159 per square foot, your dollar stretches further here than in most of coastal Manatee County.
What do homes cost in Ridgewood Meadows?+
Current listings run from $130,000 to $239,900 with a median list of $224,900, and the median home is about 1,325 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 28 homes sold at a median price of $190,000 — a useful reality check against today's asking prices in Oak Creek and nearby pockets.
How is the market right now?+
It favors buyers who are willing to be patient. With just 10 active listings and a median 131.5 days on market, homes aren't moving fast, and sellers are averaging 91% of their asking price. You can track the current inventory on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Since most of the neighborhood is gated, expect an HOA — the median here runs about $236 per month. Property taxes are modest, with a median of roughly $1,688 per year, keeping overall carrying costs reasonable.
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