Ridgewater
A mid-size gated Windermere community with resort amenities.
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$1.1M
Median Price
$750K – $1.6M
260
Homes
$200–$325
Monthly HOA
2000
Established
Windermere Elementary
School Zone
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Background
A brief history
Ridgewater was developed starting in 2000 on a large parcel on the west side of Windermere, part of the wave of gated mid-price family communities that filled in behind Keene's Pointe's success. The developer released roughly 260 lots and delivered homes through regional production builders, with build-out running from 2000 through 2008. Most homes were delivered in traditional and Mediterranean-lean production plans — brick and stucco exteriors, hip-roof profiles, two-car garages. A wave of kitchen and bath renovations has moved through the community since 2016 as original buyers sized up, moved out of state, or retired.
The feel
What it's like to live here
Ridgewater sits in the mid-price tier of Windermere gated communities — below Keene's Pointe and Tildens Grove on price, above older non-gated neighborhoods like Hollister on amenity and security. The community has a resort amenity center (pool, tennis courts, fitness room, clubhouse) that gets real daily use, and an active community event calendar. Streets are wide with sidewalks on both sides, which makes the interior walkable. Lots run 0.15 to 0.3 acre. Architecture is production traditional with a Mediterranean lean — visually cohesive rather than varied. The resident base skews family-heavy, drawn by Windermere school zoning at a more attainable price point.
The details
What to expect
Architecture & Lots
Production traditional with a Mediterranean lean — brick and stucco, hip-roof profiles, two-car garages. Main homes 2,600–4,200 square feet, 3–5 bedrooms. Lots 0.15 to 0.3 acre. Built 2000–2008.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Staffed gate during peak hours (keypad after), resort amenity center with pool, tennis courts, fitness room, clubhouse, and event lawn. Sidewalks on both sides of every street. Active community event calendar (holiday gatherings, food trucks, fitness classes).
HOA Rules & Fees
Monthly dues $200–$325 including amenity center, gate, and common-area maintenance. Moderate architectural review for major exterior changes. Short-term rentals prohibited; 6-month minimum lease.
Schools
Zoned for Windermere Elementary, Bridgewater Middle (STEM magnet), and Olympia High.
Access & Commute
Six minutes to Windermere downtown, 10 minutes to the 429, 15 minutes to Disney, 20 minutes to Restaurant Row, 30 minutes to MCO.
Community
Amenities
- Staffed gated entrance (peak hours)
- Resort amenity center: pool, tennis, fitness, clubhouse
- Sidewalks on both sides of every street
- Active community event calendar
- Mid-price entry into Windermere gated inventory
Know Before You Buy
HOA rules worth knowing
- Monthly HOA $200–$325 (includes amenity center)
- Short-term rentals prohibited; 6-month minimum lease
- Major exterior changes require architectural review
Education
School assignments
- Windermere Elementary
- Bridgewater Middle (STEM magnet)
- Olympia High School
School zone assignments change. Verify with Orange County Public Schools before purchase.
Market Commentary
What the market is doing
Current median trades in the $1.0M–$1.15M band. Smaller 3–4 bedroom plans move $750K–$950K. Larger 5-bedroom estate plans with renovations trade $1.2M–$1.6M. Price-per-square-foot runs $260 for dated originals to $315 for renovated. Renovation status and lot position are the primary value drivers. Days-on-market has averaged 30–45 days.
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12 homes currently listed in Ridgewater.
$2,899,000
4303 Isabella Cir
Windermere, FL 34786
7 bd · 6 ba · 5,122 sqft
Casabella
MLS# O6409406
$3,100 /mo
6650 Bridgewater Village Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,615 sqft
Vinyards/Horizons West Ph 1b
MLS# O6412833
$1,799,000
2503 Butler Bay Dr N
Windermere, FL 34786
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,297 sqft
Butler Bay
MLS# O6413242
$675,000
12826 Woodmere Close Dr
Windermere, FL 34786
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,214 sqft
Lake Sawyer South Ph 5
MLS# O6412588
$675,000
13226 Zori Ln
Windermere, FL 34786
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,521 sqft
Providence Ph 01 50 03
MLS# O6403132
$1,170,000
4474 Begonia Ct
Windermere, FL 34786
5 bd · 5 ba · 4,380 sqft
Magnolia Park Windermere
MLS# O6402227
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