Highland Ranch Esplanade vs Kings Ridge
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-02.
| Metric | Highland Ranch Esplanade | Kings Ridge |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $522K | $328K |
| Price per sq ft | $256 | $184 |
| Avg days on market | 71 days | 111 days |
| Months of supply | 2.4 mo | 3.3 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 58 |
The verdict
Highland Ranch Esplanade carries the higher median price — about 59% above Kings Ridge. Homes in Highland Ranch Esplanade sell faster (71 days on market vs 111). Highland Ranch Esplanade is the tighter market on inventory (2.4 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Highland Ranch Esplanade | Kings Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Clermont | Clermont |
| ZIP | 34711, 34715 | 34711, 37411 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 21 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 30 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
| Highland Ranch Esplanade | Kings Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 7 | 16 |
| Under contract | 2 | 7 |
| Asking prices today | $395K to $675K | $290K to $469K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Highland Ranch Esplanade homes for sale · Kings Ridge homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Highland Ranch Esplanade | Kings Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 361 | 2,004 |
| Built | 2015–2023 (median 2019) | 1996–2022 (median 2000) |
| Typical living area | 2,266 sq ft | 1,722 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 88% | 84% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Highland Ranch Esplanade median | Kings Ridge median |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $260K (21 sales) | $160K (27 sales) |
| 2017 | $320K (9 sales) | $205K (37 sales) |
| 2019 | $384K (3 sales) | $196K (6 sales) |
| 2021 | $430K (7 sales) | $296K (6 sales) |
| 2022 | $467K (26 sales) | $337K (31 sales) |
| 2023 | $496K (23 sales) | $360K (10 sales) |
| 2024 | $537K (23 sales) | $360K (59 sales) |
| 2025 | $488K (20 sales) | $348K (42 sales) |
| 2026 | $528K (34 sales) | $325K (52 sales) |
Since 2016, Highland Ranch Esplanade's median sale price is +103% and Kings Ridge's is +103% — the same pace.
How each one trades
| Highland Ranch Esplanade | Kings Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.7% | 94.5% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,179 sq ft | 1,692 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 45 (normal) | 28 (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
| Highland Ranch Esplanade | Kings Ridge | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Grassy Lake Elementary | not reported |
| Middle | East Ridge Middle | not reported |
| High school | Lake Minneola 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, Kings Ridge is the lower entry point (median $328K vs $522K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Highland Ranch Esplanade; Kings Ridge trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Highland Ranch Esplanade (71 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 Highland Ranch Esplanade more expensive than Kings Ridge?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Highland Ranch Esplanade is $522,000 versus $328,000 in Kings Ridge, about 59% higher.
Which has newer homes, Highland Ranch Esplanade or Kings Ridge?
Highland Ranch Esplanade: its homes were built 2015–2023 with a median year of 2019, versus a median of 2000 in Kings Ridge (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Highland Ranch Esplanade. The typical home there is 2,266 sq ft of living area, versus 1,722 sq ft in Kings Ridge.
Which has appreciated more, Highland Ranch Esplanade or Kings Ridge?
From 2016 to 2026 the median sale price rose 103% in Highland Ranch Esplanade and 103% in Kings Ridge (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Highland Ranch Esplanade — sellers there received 96.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.5% in Kings Ridge.
Go deeper on each: Highland Ranch Esplanade homes, photos & schools · Kings Ridge homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.