At a glance
| Location | US Highway 27, about three miles south of State Road 50, Clermont |
|---|---|
| Age restriction | 55+ |
| Homes | 2,088 single-family, built 1995 to 2000 by Lennar |
| Home sizes | About 980 to 2,560 square feet |
| Golf | Two 18-hole courses (par 70 South, par 57 North) |
| Access | Gated |
Kings Ridge at a glance
According to 55places, Kings Ridge is a gated active adult community of 15 neighborhoods on US 27, about three miles south of State Road 50. Almost half the homes border one of the two golf courses. The Kings Ridge Publix shopping plaza has golf cart access.
Is Kings Ridge a good area?
For buyers 55 and over who want established golf and clubhouse amenities at prices below most new 55+ communities, it often is. 55places lists homes from the mid $200,000s to the mid $400,000s, against new-build 55+ starting prices of $373,990 to $416,990 nearby. The trade-off is age: every home was built between 1995 and 2000, so insurance, roofs and systems need close checks.
What you get
A gated community, two golf courses, a large clubhouse and spa, and golf cart access to the Kings Ridge Publix plaza.
What to weigh
Homes of 25 years or more, golf costs on top of dues, and a legal 55+ age rule that limits who can live in the home.
What Kings Ridge is known for: golf and the Royal Club
The Royal Club clubhouse has a fitness center, aerobics room, billiards, card and hobby rooms and a ballroom, with a pool, spa, tennis, shuffleboard, pickleball and bocce outside. The North Spa has an exercise room, steam rooms, two outdoor pools and a spa. The South course is an 18-hole, par 70 layout designed by Lloyd Clifton, and the North course is an 18-hole, par 57 course designed by Ron Garl. Golf is available by membership or daily fee.
Homes and prices
Single-family homes
All 2,088 homes are single-family, from about 980 to 2,560 square feet across 15 neighborhoods, built by Lennar. Almost half border one of the two golf courses.
Golf-front versus interior homes
Golf frontage can add to the price. Ask about ball-strike damage, screen enclosure repairs and whether the course land is protected as golf or open space.
Updated versus original homes
Ask what has been replaced and when: roof, HVAC, water heater, windows and electrical panel. An updated home at a higher price can cost less over five years than an original one.
| Item | Published range |
|---|---|
| Homes for sale | Mid $200,000s to mid $400,000s |
| HOA dues | About $213 to $396 a month |
| Clermont typical value (all homes, Zillow, August 2026) | $428,604 |
The price and HOA ranges come from 55places listings and vary by home and section. Ask the HOA for the current budget and exact dues, and confirm golf membership costs separately. Check the tax bill for any CDD lines, and apply for the Florida homestead exemption, worth up to $50,000 in taxable value, if the home will be your permanent residence.
Living in Kings Ridge
The Royal Club and North Spa
Daily life centers on the Royal Club, with fitness classes, billiards, card and hobby rooms and a ballroom, and on the North Spa's pools and steam rooms. Ask the HOA for this month's activity calendar.
Shopping by golf cart
55places notes golf cart access to the Kings Ridge Publix plaza. Check the route from the specific home before you rely on it.
Healthcare
Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Clermont is the regional hospital for south Lake County.
Costs: HOA, golf, taxes and insurance
55places lists approximate dues of about $213 to $396 a month, varying by home and section; ask the HOA for the budget, reserves and what the dues cover, and order the estoppel certificate early, since the association has 10 business days to issue it. Golf is extra, by membership or daily fee. For tax, check whether the parcel is inside Clermont city limits and file for homestead by 1 March if you will live there full time; see our Lake County tax guide. Insurance is often the swing cost on a 25-year-old home, so get a quote before your inspection period ends.
Checks for a 25-plus-year-old home
- Roof age and type. Many insurers look closely at roofs over a certain age.
- HVAC, water heater and plumbing materials.
- Electrical panel and any past rewiring.
- Permits for enclosed lanais, additions and window replacements.
- Wind mitigation and four-point inspections, which some insurers use when pricing or writing a policy.
Our home inspection checklist covers these in detail.
55+ rules
Federal rules require at least 80% of occupied homes in a 55+ community to have at least one resident aged 55 or older, with published age policies and verification. Ask the HOA for its rules on younger residents, guests and rentals before you buy. Compare Kings Ridge with newer options in our Clermont 55+ communities guide and our downsizing guide.
Pros and cons
Pro: price for amenities
Resale prices from the mid $200,000s with two golf courses and a large clubhouse.
Pro: established community
Mature landscaping, finished amenities and no construction next door.
Con: older homes
Roofs, HVAC and insurance can add real costs in the first few years.
Con: age restriction
Heirs or buyers under 55 may face limits on living in the home, which can narrow your resale market.
Selling in Kings Ridge
If you are selling, buyers will ask for roof and HVAC ages, insurance history and HOA dues. Gather these before listing and price from recent Kings Ridge sales. Our Clermont seller guide compares cash offers with listing.
Common questions
How much are homes in Kings Ridge, Clermont?+
The 55places directory lists Kings Ridge homes for sale in a range from the mid $200,000s to the mid $400,000s. Prices depend on size, golf frontage and updates. Compare closed sales of similar homes inside Kings Ridge over the last six months before making an offer.
What are HOA fees in Kings Ridge?+
55places lists approximate HOA dues of about $213 to $396 a month based on current listings, and notes that dues vary by home and neighborhood section. Golf membership is separate. Ask the HOA for the current budget, the exact dues for the home and what they include.
Is Kings Ridge a 55+ community?+
Yes. Kings Ridge is an age-restricted 55+ community, according to 55places. Under federal rules, at least 80% of occupied homes must have at least one resident aged 55 or older. Ask the HOA for its written rules on younger residents, guests and rentals.
How old are homes in Kings Ridge?+
Lennar built all 2,088 homes in Kings Ridge between 1995 and 2000, according to 55places. That makes every home at least 25 years old, so check the age of the roof, HVAC and water heater, get wind mitigation and four-point inspections, and request permits for past work.
Is Kings Ridge a good place to live?+
For buyers 55 and over who want golf and clubhouse amenities at resale prices, it can be. 55places lists homes from the mid $200,000s to the mid $400,000s with HOA dues of about $213 to $396 a month. Weigh the age of the homes, insurance costs and golf fees, and inspect roofs and major systems carefully.
Sources
- 55places: Kings Ridge, Clermont
- Cornell LII: 42 U.S. Code 3607, religious organization or private club exemption (housing for older persons)
- Florida Department of Revenue: Property tax exemptions for homeowners
- Zillow Research: Home value and market data (ZHVI), August 2026
- Wikipedia: Clermont, Florida
- Lake County Property Appraiser: Exemptions and homestead filing
- Florida Statutes: Section 720.30851, HOA estoppel certificates
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Antonio Roberts
Antonio Roberts has spent five years helping more than 500 Florida buyers and sellers choose the right real estate agent. He is not a real estate agent himself: he researches what matters in a Florida move and connects people with licensed local agents, free of charge.
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