Highly updated RidgeCrest 2/2/Den model with Panoramic Conservation View from a Southeast-facing Florida Room. Expanded brick paver drive and walkway to an under-roof entry with leaded-glass front door, full-view storm door and overhead sunburst transom window. Enter a big bright airy great room with an 11-13FT cathedral ceiling and sky tube plus a wall of patio doors leading to the 338 SF Florida room with recessed lighting, sunshades and a separate HVAC unit. Eat-in kitchen has crown-molded Hickory cabinets with under-lighting, soft-close doors and drawers, adjustable organizer trays and roll-out drawers, tile & glass backsplash, recessed lighting and USB ports. Stainless-steel kitchen appliances include a Bosch dishwasher and Samsung convection oven with Wi-Fi capabilities using SmartThings app. Master bedroom has 11FT ceiling, patio doors to Florida room, 7x6 walk-in-closet, fully updated private bath with level-entry shower and wall-mounted heated towel rack. Split bedroom design offers a cozy guest suite with private entrance to bath with a walk-in shower, linen closet and swivel built-in ironing center. Nearby den doubles as a guest room with a professionally-installed Murphy bed and full-view reeded glass door. Separate laundry room has Maytag washer & dryer, installed overhead cabinets and a large pantry. Granite with half-round edge on solid wood cabinetry in kitchen and both baths. Oil rubbed bronze paddle handles. Wood or porcelain tile flooring throughout. Crown molding in great room, kitchen, master bedroom and foyer. Many replacement windows. 2-car garage has 50 amp RV receptacle, installed cabinets and overhead storage, pull down ladder access to attic. Custom cement shrub bed curbing. Hot water heater replaced 2018. Roof replaced 2016. Florida room HVAC installed approx 6 years ago. Main HVAC replaced approx 10 year ago by prior owner. Both HVAC units serviced annually. Active audio/video surveillance in use. Surveillance equipment and removable bidet in guest bath not included in sale. Golf cart available for sale separately outside of contract. Sold As-Is. $169 monthly High Vista HOA fee includes basic cable TV with 2 cable boxes from Spectrum, lawn mowing and exclusive access to resident-owned 12,000 SF private clubhouse and amenities. $396 semi-annual HOA fee provides 24x7 staffed security gate and master association-owned private road maintenance. Adjacent to recently renovated 18-hole White Heron Golf Club. High Vista is a 55+ community with outdoor heated pool and spa, fitness center, library, pub & many organized activities. Pickle ball, tennis, bocce and shuffleboard courts. Miles of biking and walking trails within Ridgewood Lakes gated community. Shopping, Disney, Universal, Orlando & Central FL entertainment nearby, easy access to I-4, medical facilities, airports & Sunrail Station. Advent Health hospital is 3 miles away.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$175Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nancy Lanzillo• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY AT THE LAKES
Listed by Vito Lanzillo, Jr• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY AT THE LAKES
Bought with Kathy Alexander• CENTURY 21 WATSON & MYERS REALTY
Active with contract, backup contracts accepted. Like new, FULLY FURNISHED Ridge Crest model home located on a beautiful conservation area lot. Two bedrooms/two full baths. Turn key home with furnishings and housewares plus the golf cart are all included. Front kitchen is bright and sunny with pass through to the living room. Separate laundry room with large pantry. Living room looks out onto the covered and screened lanai and has a bar/counter at the arched pass thru to the kitchen. The tub in the guest bath is equipped with whirlpool jets. New A/C and heat pump and the 50 year roof was installed in 2004. The resident owned clubhouse features a large ballroom, library, card room, fitness center, arts and crafts room and a unique pub and game room. Outdoorpool with spa is HUGE and heated year around. Tennis courts, Bocci Ball and Shuffleboard as well as planned activities to keep you occupied. Close to downtown, the airport, shopping and all area attractions.
Public Records
Jan 21, 1998
Sold
$120,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,214 (+6.6%)
2024
$3,014 (+7.0%)
2023
$2,817 (+4.3%)
2022
$2,701 (+46.9%)
2021
$1,839 (+2.0%)
2020
$1,803 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,775 (+2.3%)
2018
$1,734 (+2.3%)
2017
$1,694 (+2.5%)
2016
$1,653 (+1.3%)
2014
$1,632 (+1.5%)
2013
$1,609 (−5.9%)
2012
$1,710
Tax history for 537 Ridge View Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,214 (+6.6%)
2024
$3,014 (+7.0%)
2023
$2,817 (+4.3%)
2022
$2,701 (+46.9%)
2021
$1,839 (+2.0%)
2020
$1,803 (+1.6%)
2019
$1,775 (+2.3%)
2018
$1,734 (+2.3%)
2017
$1,694 (+2.5%)
2016
$1,653 (+1.3%)
2014
$1,632 (+1.5%)
2013
$1,609 (−5.9%)
2012
$1,710
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,162 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,831
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
272633710003061500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RL-3
SAP
PUD 85-8
Residential Low-3 District
The purpose of the RL-3 district is to provide areas for the low density residential needs of residents in urban areas who desire areas with smaller lots, a minimum of 10,000 sq ft.
Construct a screen enclosure with a perimeter footer.
ADU
Apr 19, 2018 • Final
Re-roof
Work on a reroof.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 20x20
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Lot Features: Conservation Area, In County, Level, Near Golf Course, Paved, Private
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Dimensions: 50x104
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 486
Planned Unit Development YN: 1
Other Exemptions YN: 0
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 215.35
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,839
Tax Year: 2021
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $2,820
Total Monthly Fees: $235
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Unfurnished
HOA Information
Association Name: Gabriella Garofano
Has HOA
Association Fee Requirement: Required
Association Approval Required Y/N: 1
Monthly HOA Amount: 169.00
Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Vehicle Restrictions
Association Fee: $169
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
Location Information
Directions: I-4 Exit 55, south on Rt 27, Left on Ridgewood Lakes Blvd, follow to end, Right into High Vista Village 1 & 2, LEFT on High Vista Drive. RIGHT on Ridge View Drive. Property on Right.
Community Information
Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Courts
Senior Community
Pets Allowed: Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
Max Pet Weight: 25
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,831
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,162 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Polk County
APN: 272633710003061500
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 5
Status Contractual Search Date: 2021-09-21
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 169.31
Green Information
Direction Faces: Northwest
Home Information
Living Area: 1831
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Owner
Living Area Meters: 170.11
Building Area Total: 2318
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Owner
Foundation Details: Slab
Builder Name: RidgeWood Homes
Builder Model: RidgeCrest on Conservation with Florida Room