Ridgewood Oaks is a guard-gated 55+ community in Ellenton, Florida (ZIP 34222) known for its active social life and land-owned manufactured homes. Residents enjoy a clubhouse, pool and spa, pickleball and tennis courts, and golf-cart-friendly streets, all just minutes from I-75 and the Ellenton Premium Outlets.
Where Is Ridgewood Oaks?
Ridgewood Oaks is in Ellenton, with bird-named streets such as Nightingale Circle, Eagle Circle, Whippoorwill Court and Heron Court. It sits next door to its sister community, Ridgewood Meadows. Nearby you’ll find:
- Easy access to I-75 for Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota and Bradenton
- Ellenton Premium Outlets, restaurants and grocery stores
- A Manatee County public library branch close by
- Gulf beaches within an easy drive
Homes in Ridgewood Oaks
Ridgewood Oaks is made up of one-story manufactured homes, many built in the 1980s and 1990s and updated over time. Recent listings show two-bedroom, two-bath homes around 1,500 square feet, often with Florida rooms, bonus rooms, carports and workshop space.
Homes here are land-owned, meaning you own the lot beneath your home and don’t pay lot rent. For many buyers, that’s one of the community’s biggest draws.
Amenities
- 24-hour guard-gated entry
- Clubhouse with social events and activities
- Pool and spa
- Tennis and pickleball courts
- Shuffleboard
- Outdoor fitness area
- Golf-cart-friendly streets
HOA and Association Fees
Ridgewood Oaks has association fees paid quarterly. According to recent listings, they cover items such as the 24-hour guard, cable TV and internet, trash, lawn care, the pool, private roads, recreational facilities and common-area taxes. Some listings show both an HOA fee and a separate association fee, so ask for a full breakdown. Buyer approval is required, and pets are allowed with size limits. Always confirm current fees and rules with the association.
Buying or Selling in Ridgewood Oaks
I work with manufactured homes and 55+ communities across Manatee County. Whether you’re buying your first winter home, moving here full-time or selling a loved one’s home, I’ll help you understand the approval process, fees, financing and insurance so there are no surprises.
Exploring the area? See my Ellenton homes for sale page, or read Relocating or Downsizing in Manatee County.
Ridgewood Oaks FAQ
Is Ridgewood Oaks a 55+ community?
Yes. Ridgewood Oaks is a 55+ community operating as housing for older persons.
Do you own the land in Ridgewood Oaks?
Yes. Homes in Ridgewood Oaks are land-owned, so there is no lot rent.
Is Ridgewood Oaks gated?
Yes. The community has a 24-hour guard-gated entrance.
Are pets allowed in Ridgewood Oaks?
Pets are allowed with size limits, according to recent listings. Confirm the current pet policy with the association.
Let’s Talk About Ridgewood Oaks
Have questions about a home in Ridgewood Oaks, or curious what yours might be worth? Call or text me at 941-737-6562 or email linda@reynoldsrealty.com. No pressure, just clear answers.
Linda Reynolds | Reynolds Realty Gulf Coast
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Explore More Ellenton Neighborhoods
- Ellenton, FL area guide
- Bougainvillea Place – gated townhomes and single-family homes near the outlets
- North River Estates – 55+ community of land-owned manufactured homes
- Ridgewood Meadows – gated 55+ community with fishing and pickleball
- Tidevue Estates – 55+ community with indoor pickleball
- Oakleaf Hammock – gated single-family homes among mature oaks
- Tropical Harbor – established Manatee River neighborhood
- Covered Bridge – pool, tennis and playground near the outlets
- Oakley – move-up homes behind the Ellenton outlets
- Oakley Place – newer homes off 60th Avenue East
- Highland Shores – nearby Palmetto neighborhood off US-301, some homes on canals