Arlington Ridge vs Plantation at Leesburg
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-18.
| Metric | Arlington Ridge | Plantation at Leesburg |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $350K | $218K |
| Price per sq ft | $185 | $148 |
| Avg days on market | 106 days | 55 days |
| Months of supply | 7.7 mo | 1.9 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Strong Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 25 | 31 |
The verdict
Arlington Ridge carries the higher median price — about 61% above Plantation at Leesburg. Homes in Plantation at Leesburg sell faster (55 days on market vs 106). Plantation at Leesburg is the tighter market on inventory (1.9 months of supply).
What is for sale today
| Arlington Ridge | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 16 | 5 |
| Under contract | 3 | 7 |
| Asking prices today | $220K to $640K | $148K to $335K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Villa | Manufactured Home, Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Arlington Ridge homes for sale · Plantation at Leesburg homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Arlington Ridge | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 702 | 222 |
| Built | 2007–2022 (median 2018) | 1986–2006 (median 1991.0) |
| Typical living area | 1,938 sq ft | 1,448 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 88% | 71% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Arlington Ridge median | Plantation at Leesburg median |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $217K (8 sales) | $89K (9 sales) |
| 2016 | $220K (13 sales) | $96K (14 sales) |
| 2017 | $205K (15 sales) | $90K (11 sales) |
| 2019 | $249K (4 sales) | $199K (4 sales) |
| 2021 | $315K (3 sales) | $175K (6 sales) |
| 2022 | $415K (17 sales) | $208K (23 sales) |
| 2023 | $394K (8 sales) | $252K (9 sales) |
| 2024 | $384K (18 sales) | $229K (24 sales) |
| 2025 | $442K (14 sales) | $217K (29 sales) |
| 2026 | $350K (21 sales) | $202K (28 sales) |
Since 2015, Arlington Ridge's median sale price is +61% and Plantation at Leesburg's is +127% — Plantation at Leesburg has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Arlington Ridge | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 92.8% | 84.1% |
| New-construction share of sales | 5% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,034 sq ft | 1,422 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 22 (cold) | 20 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Arlington Ridge | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Leesburg Elementary |
| Middle | not reported | Oak Park Middle |
| High school | not reported | Leesburg High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Plantation at Leesburg is the lower entry point (median $218K vs $350K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Arlington Ridge; Plantation at Leesburg trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Plantation at Leesburg (55 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Arlington Ridge more expensive than Plantation at Leesburg?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Arlington Ridge is $350,000 versus $218,000 in Plantation at Leesburg, about 61% higher.
Which has newer homes, Arlington Ridge or Plantation at Leesburg?
Arlington Ridge: its homes were built 2007–2022 with a median year of 2018, versus a median of 1991.0 in Plantation at Leesburg (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Arlington Ridge. The typical home there is 1,938 sq ft of living area, versus 1,448 sq ft in Plantation at Leesburg.
Which has appreciated more, Arlington Ridge or Plantation at Leesburg?
From 2015 to 2026 the median sale price rose 61% in Arlington Ridge and 127% in Plantation at Leesburg (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Arlington Ridge — sellers there received 92.8% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 84.1% in Plantation at Leesburg.
Go deeper on each: Arlington Ridge homes, photos & schools · Plantation at Leesburg homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.