Homes for sale in
River Ranch, Florida
Cottage-country living in the heart of Central Florida
6
Homes for sale
$144,500
Median list price
$270
Avg price / sqft
151
Median days on market
River Ranch sits in the wide-open ranch country of Polk County, where the pace slows down and a weekend cottage feels like a genuine retreat. This is small, resort-style living — the kind of place built around getaway townhomes & condos and compact single-family homes rather than sprawling subdivisions, anchored by the Outdoor Resorts River Ranch Inn & Cottages community.
The market here is tiny and specific: just 6 active listings right now, with a median list price of $144,500 and a range that runs from $120,000 up to $299,000. Homes are small (median 481 sqft) and tend to sit — median days on market is over 150 — so patient buyers who browse by price or watch the just reduced listings often find room to negotiate. Two of the active listings are in gated communities, and the housing mix leans toward condos and manufactured homes.
River Ranch is in Polk County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$120,000 – $299K price range
481 sqft median home
Leans buyer right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in River Ranch
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$150,000
3200 RIVER RANCH BOULEVARD UNIT 170, RIVER RANCH
1 bd · 1 ba · 481 sqft
$120,000$140,000
3200 RIVER RANCH BOULEVARD UNIT 160, RIVER RANCH
1 bd · 1 ba · 481 sqft
$120,000
3200 RIVER RANCH BOULEVARD UNIT 225, RIVER RANCH
1 bd · 1 ba · 370 sqft
$299,000
53 PALOMINO PATH, RIVER RANCH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,099 sqft
$139,000$145,000
3200 RIVER RANCH BOULEVARD UNIT 151, RIVER RANCH
1 bd · 1 ba · 481 sqft
$169,000
9 LONG HAMMOCK DRIVE, RIVER RANCH
2 bd · 1 ba · 966 sqft
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The River Ranch market
Leans buyer
7.2 months of inventory
Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.
10
Sold, last 12 months
$157,500
Median sold price
92%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
211 days
Median time to sell
River Ranch vs Polk County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 3.6% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 25.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in River Ranch, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Beyond the listings
Living in River Ranch
Resort-style cottage community
The core of the market is the Outdoor Resorts River Ranch Inn & Cottages, a getaway-oriented community rather than a traditional neighborhood.
Entry prices under $150K
With a median list price of $144,500 and listings starting at $120,000, this is one of the more accessible corners of Polk County.
Condos and manufactured homes
The current inventory is split between 4 condominiums and 2 manufactured homes — compact, low-maintenance options.
Room to negotiate
Homes sit a median of 150 days on market and sellers get about 92% of asking, leaving buyers real bargaining leverage.
Gated options available
Two of the six active listings sit within gated communities, adding a layer of privacy and security.
Population
111
Median age
42
Median income
$82,891
What people here are into
Active
Top 6% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 9% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Active
Top 13% in the U.S.Outdoor Adventures
Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.
Lifestyles
Top 15% in the U.S.Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
Active
Top 19% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median River Ranch home
≈ $1,562/mo
$144,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
17%
In a FEMA flood zone
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Straight answers
River Ranch real estate FAQs
Is River Ranch a good place to live?+
River Ranch is best understood as a resort-and-getaway community in the ranch country of Polk County, built around compact cottages and condos rather than large family homes. With a median home size around 481 sqft, it suits buyers wanting a lock-and-leave retreat or a low-maintenance base. If that lifestyle fits, it's a distinctive alternative to standard suburban living.
Is River Ranch expensive?+
No — it's on the affordable end for the region, with a median list price of $144,500 and active listings ranging from $120,000 to $299,000. You can browse by price to see just how many options land under $200K. The trade-off is that homes here are small and often resort-oriented.
What do homes cost in River Ranch?+
The median list price is $144,500 and the average works out to about $270 per square foot, reflecting the compact cottage and condo footprint. Over the last 12 months, 10 homes sold at a median price of $157,500. The mix skews toward condominiums and manufactured homes.
How is the River Ranch market right now?+
It's a small, slow-moving market with only 6 active listings and a median of 150 days on market. Sellers are averaging about 92% of their asking price, which means buyers who watch the just reduced listings have real room to negotiate. Patience pays off here more than speed.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Because much of the inventory is resort-style community property, HOA dues run higher — the median is $466 per month. Property taxes are modest by comparison, with a median around $1,501 per year. Always confirm what the HOA fee covers, since resort communities often bundle amenities and maintenance.
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