Last Sold Price
5 beds4,952 sqft$321/sqft
565 Ridgewood Dr, Windermere, FL 34786

Description

This historic Art Deco residence built in 1944 has been maintained and remodeled through the years preserving a refreshingly modern architecture. Its timeless beauty is a true testament to the lasting value and appreciation of its classic design. Perfectly suited to its surroundings, on high lot overlooking one of the pristine lakes on the Butler Chain, this home reflects sunlight and glows in sharp contrast to the blue sky and lake waters beyond. Shadows of breezy palms brush against the walls and...This historic Art Deco residence built in 1944 has been maintained and remodeled through the years preserving a refreshingly modern architecture. Its timeless beauty is a true testament to the lasting value and appreciation of its classic design. Perfectly suited to its surroundings, on high lot overlooking one of the pristine lakes on the Butler Chain, this home reflects sunlight and glows in sharp contrast to the blue sky and lake waters beyond. Shadows of breezy palms brush against the walls and lawns gently slope to the water’s edge with 160 ‘ of seawalled shoreline. The home is light and bright with an abundance of windows exposing gorgeous views and natural light. The easy flowing floor plan offers wonderful living spaces on the main level. The Master Suite and 3 additional bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor. The 5th bedroom, bath and exercise room with an adjacent steam shower and private outdoor patio is found on the lower level accessed by elevator. Breathtaking views are enjoyed from the balcony and terraced patios surrounding a magnificent pool area with outdoor kitchen and garden planters. Located in the Town of Windermere where residents take pride in preserving the environment and value the quality of life. Walk to Friday Farmer’s Market and all town amenities and events or travel by golf cart to shops and restaurants. Minutes away from renowned golf, premium shopping and fine dining. Florida living at its finest! Roof recently replaced and has 10 year warranty.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/29/2016 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Judy Black • Brokerage DRE #2026627 • BHHS FLORIDA REALTY
    P: (407) 810-1803 judyblackfla@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Amanda Black • Brokerage DRE #2026627 • BHHS FLORIDA REALTY
    P: (407) 616-0140 amandablackfl@gmail.com

Property Details for 565 Ridgewood Drive

Status
MLS #
O5340234
Days on Market
391
Taxes
$23,153 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1944
Lot Size
0.75 AC / 32,563 SF
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Subdivision Name
WINDERMERE
Township
23
Garage Spaces
2
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Lake - Chain of Lakes
Furnished
Unfurnished

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,650,000

Avg days on market

56

Sale-to-list ratio

93.0%

[Windermere, FL]

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a view of house with garden
1/2
1

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Sold 04/02/25

5
Bedrooms
5,297
Square Feet
0.50
Acres
a view of a white house with a big yard and potted plants
1/2
2

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5
Bedrooms
5,080
Square Feet
0.37
Acres
$1,770,000 | 2508 Hempel Cove Court, Windermere, FL 34786
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$1,770,000

Sold 11/14/24

5
Bedrooms
5,478
Square Feet
1.21
Acres
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Sold 09/02/25

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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,310,000 | 2551 Meadowview Circle, Windermere, FL 34786
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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,850,000 | 5608 Marleon Drive, Windermere, FL 34786
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Sold 08/27/24

5
Bedrooms
5,228
Square Feet
0.94
Acres
a front view of a house with garden
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$1,778,500

Sold 04/08/25

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Bedrooms
4,531
Square Feet
0.76
Acres
$1,650,000 | 3130 Butler Bay Drive North, Windermere, FL 34786
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$1,650,000

Sold 05/29/26

5
Bedrooms
4,490
Square Feet
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Acres
a front view of a house with a garden
1/2
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Sold 02/28/25

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Square Feet
0.64
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 565 Ridgewood Drive

Stories-Year Built1944Building Size-Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,563 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,021 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,092

Property Taxes

$1,929

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 565 Ridgewood Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 5923.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Community Boat Ramp, Dock, Fishing, Water Access, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Waterfront Complex
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Directions: From 6th turn North on Ridgewood, house on Right.
  • Elementary School: Windermere Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Gotha Middle
  • High School: Olympia High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Subdivision Num: 9336
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Not Applicable
  • Street Number: 565
  • Street Name: Ridgewood
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: WINDERMERE
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 50
  • Tax Book Number: 000G/0036
  • Tax Legal Description: PLAT OF WINDERMERE G/36 LOT 2E & E 1/2 OF LOT 1E & WLY 10 FT OF LOT E3
  • Tax Lot: 012
  • Tax Year: 2015
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Future Land Use: 0130
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Oversized Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 142 x 240 x 159 x 220
  • Parcel Number: 172328933650012
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access: Lake - Chain of Lakes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Lake Down
  • Water Extras: Boathouse, Lift, Seawall - Concrete, Skiing Allowed
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Boathouse, Lift, Seawall - Concrete, Skiing Allowed
  • Zoning: SFR
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 4952
  • Lot Dimensions: 142 x 240 x 159 x 220
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1944
  • Association Amenities: Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
  • Flood Zone Code: AE,X
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 28
  • Public Survey Section: 08
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sprinkler Well
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Other Structures: Boat House, Outdoor Kitchen
  • Pool Features: Diving Board, Gunite
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Other
  • Security Features: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Features: Lake - Chain of Lakes
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 159
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Den/Library/Office, Florida Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Foyer, Great Room, Inside Utility, Storage Rooms
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, Open Floorplan, Skylight(s), Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 11.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Blinds, Thermal Windows
  • Bathrooms Half: 1

Property History for 565 Ridgewood Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #571187807

$796,000
Apr 29, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #571187808

$796,000

-1.0% / yr

Apr 29, 2016

Sold

MFRMLS #O5340234

$1,592,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #571187807

$796,000
04/29/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #571187808

$796,000

-1.0% / yr

04/29/2016

Sold

MFRMLS #O5340234

$1,592,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 565 Ridgewood Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,080,000Additions$875,830Total$1,955,830
Tax Record2025$32,304 ($2,692 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt4,708 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,708 SqFtStories3StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1944Year Renovated1989ZoningSFRCountyORANGEAPN17-23-28-9336-50-012

Schools near 565 Ridgewood Drive

This home is within Orange County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Charter - K to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Windermere Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cornerstone Academy Charter
CharterK to 8

Gotha Middle School
Public6 to 8

Cornerstone Charter Academy High School
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 565 Ridgewood Drive, Windermere, FL 34786
$1,592,000
5
4,952
32,563
$1,100,000
1,870
38,604
$325,000
3,200
$367,500
4
4
3,110
17,956
3
3
2,925
103,628
4
3
2,689
19,495

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Listing Courtesy of BHHS FLORIDA REALTY, Judy Black; BHHS FLORIDA REALTY, Amanda Black

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