Hidden Ridge 50s vs Royal Highlands
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-12.
| Metric | Hidden Ridge 50s | Royal Highlands |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $396K | $278K |
| Price per sq ft | $190 | $183 |
| Avg days on market | 135 days | 106 days |
| Months of supply | 0.6 mo | 27.0 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data) | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 21 | 12 |
The verdict
Hidden Ridge 50s carries the higher median price — about 42% above Royal Highlands. Homes in Royal Highlands sell faster (106 days on market vs 135). Hidden Ridge 50s is the tighter market on inventory (0.6 months of supply).
Where each one is
Hidden Ridge 50s and Royal Highlands are about 5 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Lake County.
| Hidden Ridge 50s | Royal Highlands | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Groveland | Leesburg |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 13 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 21 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Hidden Ridge 50s | Royal Highlands | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 1 | 27 |
| Under contract | 0 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $424K to $424K | $235K to $425K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 1 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Hidden Ridge 50s homes for sale · Royal Highlands homes for sale.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Hidden Ridge 50s | Royal Highlands | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Clermont Elem | not reported |
| Middle | Windy Hill Middle | not reported |
| High school | South Lake High | not reported |
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, Royal Highlands is the lower entry point (median $278K vs $396K). Sellers get a faster sale in Royal Highlands (106 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 Hidden Ridge 50s more expensive than Royal Highlands?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Hidden Ridge 50s is $396,000 versus $278,000 in Royal Highlands, about 42% higher.
How far apart are Hidden Ridge 50s and Royal Highlands?
About 5 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Lake County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Go deeper on each: Hidden Ridge 50s homes, photos & schools · Royal Highlands homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.