Stunning lakefront pool home located in the sought-after gated community of River Wilderness! As you enter this 3 bedroom - plus den/office, 3 bathroom split plan home you are greeted by views of the sparkling pool and tranquil lake beyond. Multiple sets of sliding doors lead to the newly resurfaced pool and screened lanai with retractable awning. Enjoy relaxing evenings and breathtaking sunsets from the West facing lanai while watching wildlife that frequent the lake. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining and there is ample space for the entire family to live comfortably. Light and bright with an aquarium window in the breakfast nook, the kitchen offers serene water views and boasts newer stainless steel appliances including an induction cooktop, beautiful granite counters, and a breakfast bar. The adjacent family room has a row of sliders which allow indoor and outdoor living spaces to seamlessly blend together. A welcoming master suite features direct access to the lanai, two walk-in closets, and an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a garden tub and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and two bathrooms on the other side of the home offer guests privacy and convenience. Additional features include wood plank tile flooring and plantation shutters throughout, a new water heater, new cabinets in the laundry room, new paint inside & out, new bathroom sinks & faucets, new light fixtures & fans, a new circular driveway leading to an oversized garage, new landscape curbing & much more. River Wilderness offers optional membership to the Golf and Country Club, includes a community pool, tennis courts, and a boat ramp to the Manatee River, with low HOA fees and no CDD fees. Conveniently located just North of Lakewood Ranch, minutes from Fort Hamer Bridge and Park, and just a short drive to shopping, dining and I-75! * Ask your Realtor® how you can walk this property from the comfort of your home using our Interactive 3D Showcase. *
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
10,716 sq ftLot Size
$235Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Toni Zarghami• KW COASTAL LIVING III
Bought with Judy Aarnes, PA• COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
THIS HOME HAS IT ALL – WATER VIEW, UPGRADES GALORE AND LOCATION!! Upon entering this home, you will think you have stepped into the neighborhood model home. Words cannot express the beauty and extensive updating that this home offers. The 1st thing you will notice is the lake that glistens & sparkles and can be seen from most rooms. Take in this view while relaxing in the pool and being awed by the vast array of colorful sunsets. This popular split plan will fit any lifestyle and boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, office/den, living room and over-sized garage. Upgrades include wood plank tile flooring and plantation shutters throughout, new cabinets in laundry room, new paint inside & out, granite counter tops, new SS appliances (induction cooktop), new bathroom sinks & faucets, new light fixtures & fans, new circular driveway installed & finished, golf cart path, curbing, new landscaping, pool resurfaced & new pump, retractable awning & much more. You will think you are looking at new construction-but better built! (See attachment for complete list). Tucked away on a low-traffic street, this home’s location is extremely desirable. RW is an upscale Golf & CC community w/ opt. membership. The community boat ramp to the Manatee River is open to all residents. The new Ft. Hamer bridge links the community to LW Ranch and points So. Home Owner's Warranty, Low taxes, HOA fees & NO CDD fees tie the perfect home up with a pretty bow! Excluded: Refrigerators (gar. & kitchen) washer & dryer, garage shelving.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3967189
Mar 28, 2013
Sold
$282,000
$118/sq ft
Oct 12, 2012
Listed
$289,900
$121/sq ft
Active with Contract 2/9/13. Call for details and please show. A gorgeous home with inviting views of the sparkling pool and serene lake with steady wildlife activity. This spacious floor plan offers a large kitchen opening to family room with breakfast bar, eating area, and plenty of room to entertain with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, office, formal living and dining room all on one level. Master suite has hardwood floors and walk-in closets plus bath with walk-in shower, soaking tub and plantation shutters. Ample closet and storage space, intercom, plus tile floors throughout the living areas. Family room sliding doors open to lanai with soothing views of the lake! Stay cool with the brand new 14-seer Lennox AC System. Community boat ramp with access to the Manatee River covered by annual Master association fee of $1086 with 24 hour manned gates & sprinkler water too. Big 2½ car garage with 549' with room for golf cart! No CDD fees! A remarkable home that shows like a model that has been impeccably maintained. Low fees, big view with almost 2400'. .. Make your appointment to see this one soon! A real terrific value in today's competitive market.
Public Records
May 25, 2004
Sold
$330,000
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 23, 1995
Sold
$6,000,000
$2,513/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,241 (−7.9%)
$86,700 + $393,659
$480,359
2024
$6,775 (+1.0%)
$86,700 + $393,659
$480,359
2023
$6,706 (+2.5%)
2022
$6,541 (+57.1%)
$85,000 + $405,038
$490,038
2021
$4,162 (+4.1%)
$45,000 + $275,652
$320,652
2020
$3,998 (+1.6%)
$45,000 + $275,652
$320,652
2019
$3,936 (−0.6%)
2018
$3,959 (−8.3%)
$45,000 + $247,988
$292,988
2017
$4,318 (+1.9%)
$45,000 + $247,112
$292,112
2016
$4,239 (+5.1%)
$45,000 + $247,112
$292,112
2015
$4,032 (+10.7%)
$36,000 + $229,100
$265,100
2014
$3,642 (+27.7%)
2013
$2,851 (+1.8%)
2012
$2,802
Tax history for 11813 Oak Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,241 (−7.9%)
$86,700 + $393,659
$480,359
2024
$6,775 (+1.0%)
$86,700 + $393,659
$480,359
2023
$6,706 (+2.5%)
2022
$6,541 (+57.1%)
$85,000 + $405,038
$490,038
2021
$4,162 (+4.1%)
$45,000 + $275,652
$320,652
2020
$3,998 (+1.6%)
$45,000 + $275,652
$320,652
2019
$3,936 (−0.6%)
2018
$3,959 (−8.3%)
$45,000 + $247,988
$292,988
2017
$4,318 (+1.9%)
$45,000 + $247,112
$292,112
2016
$4,239 (+5.1%)
$45,000 + $247,112
$292,112
2015
$4,032 (+10.7%)
$36,000 + $229,100
$265,100
2014
$3,642 (+27.7%)
2013
$2,851 (+1.8%)
2012
$2,802
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,716 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
2,388
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
503918252
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
PD-R
Planned Development Residential District
It is the intent of these regulations to provide for development of residential development in areas adequately served, or which can be served, by necessary utilities and services, in locations that are compatible with adjacent and surrounding land uses in accord with the goals, objectives, and policies of the Comprehensive Plan and in compliance with the standards set forth herein. It is further the intent to permit the establishment of such districts only where planned development with carefully located buildings, parking and service areas, and landscaped open space will provide for internal convenience and ease of use as well as external compatibility. It is further intended that PDR districts may provide a broad range of housing types appropriate to the general need of the area served. Uses in PDR districts shall be consistent with Comprehensive Plan requirements regarding use, type, locational criteria and other applicable Comprehensive Plan criteria.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Bed & breakfast
Office
Medical office
Fire house
Police station
Post office
Mar 3, 2022 • Final
Generator
Install a new generator on a prefabricated concrete pad and install a new buried liquid propane tank.
Generator
Jan 25, 2022 • Final
Permit re-review
Install a new generator on a prefabricated concrete pad. Connect the generator to a new buried liquid propane tank and update the tank location.
Gas
Generator
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 24X19
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Association Amenities: Gated, Playground, Pool, Security, Tennis Court(s)
Association Fee: $1,850
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Cable TV, Pool, Management, Pool, Private Road, Security
School Information
Elementary School: Williams Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Buffalo Creek Middle
High School: Palmetto High
Location Information
Directions: Exit 224 to Hwy 301N, Right on Old Tampa Road, 2.7 miles to entrance of River Wilderness, left on Wilderness Blvd. E, Left on Little Country, 3rd left on Oak Ridge Drive, house is 4th on right.
Community Information
Community Features: Boat Ramp, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Courts, Water Access
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,388
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,716 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Manatee County
APN: 503918252
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026