Forest Ridge
Homes for Sale in Tarpon Springs, FL
All 298 homes for sale in Tarpon Springs, FL · median $429,900 · 148 homes for sale in 34689 · Pinellas County homes for sale
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As of September 2026, the MLS records 4 closed sales in Frst Ridge Ph 02 in Tarpon Springs, FL since 2007, the most recent in May 2026. Across Tarpon Springs as a whole, 391 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $425,000, 63 median days on market, with 115 homes for sale today. At that median and Pinellas County's FY2025-26 rate of 19.39 mills, annual property tax runs about $8,240 ($7,430 with the full homestead exemption).
Forest Ridge Ph 02 is a single-phase build-out that closed in 2002, with most homes dating to the late 1990s. That narrow construction window means the housing stock reads consistently: similar-era construction methods, similar lot layouts, and a similar starting point for wear on roofs, HVAC systems, and other big-ticket components. Pricing here tends to hinge on individual maintenance history and updates rather than location within the community, since the underlying homes are close in age and size.
With 234 homes in the community and living space centered around 2,134 square feet, this is a mid-sized subdivision without a documented amenity package. That absence isn't unusual for a build of this era in Tarpon Springs, but it does mean buyers are paying for the house and the lot, not for a clubhouse or pool system. Sellers should expect condition and documented updates to carry more weight in a showing than any community feature list.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Frst Ridge Ph 02 right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Forest Ridge Ph 02 in Tarpon Springs, Pinellas County, is a tightly built-out community of 234 homes constructed between 1989 and 2002, with a median build year of 1997 and living space centered around 2,134 square feet.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 190 homes in Forest Ridge that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1989 and 2002 (median 1997), with a median living area of about 1,823 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Forest Ridge is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who want a mid-sized, established neighborhood with consistent home ages rather than a large master-planned development.
- Buyers comfortable evaluating individual home condition and update history as the primary value driver.
- Buyers who don't need a bundled amenity package and would rather skip the associated fees.
Probably not for
- Buyers specifically seeking a community pool, clubhouse, or organized recreation amenities as part of the purchase.
- Buyers who want new construction or homes built within the last decade.
- Buyers unwilling to budget for likely mechanical or system updates given the community's build era.
The market around Forest Ridge
Forest Ridge is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 34689, 238 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Tarpon Springs.
Across Pinellas County, 6,628 homes are active and 1,729 pending (21% under contract).
In ZIP 34689 (Tarpon Springs), 439 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $390K ($239/sq ft), down 5.0% year over year, with a median 66 days on market. Right now 86 active and 26 pending listings put supply at about 4.1 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 34689 housing market and the Pinellas County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Forest Ridge specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Forest Ridge Ph 02 by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Forest Ridge Ph 02 subdivision: 10 homes on record; built 1995–2002; typical size about 2,039 heated sq ft; 3 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | $298,500 |
| 2008 | 3 | $190,000 |
| 2009 | 2 | $177,000 |
| 2010 | 1 | $184,000 |
| 2012 | 1 | $50,000 |
| 2026 | 1 | $540,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $540,000 on 2026-05-29.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
The Forest Ridge buying strategy.
If we were buying in Forest Ridge today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Forest Ridge.
A Consistent Build Era, No Frills Attached
The construction span here — 1989 to 2002 — is narrow enough that buyers aren't choosing between eras of design or systems, just between individual homes and how well each has been maintained or updated since. A median build year of 1997 puts the bulk of the community at an age where original mechanicals have typically been replaced at least once, making service records and permit history worth asking for directly rather than assuming.
Current MLS data doesn't surface a formal amenity package for this community — no listed clubhouse, pool, or recreation facility tied to an HOA. That's a meaningful data point for anyone comparing this neighborhood to nearby communities that do carry shared amenities and the fees that go with them. It also means resale value here is likely to track the individual home and lot more directly than it would in an amenity-driven development.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Forest Ridge. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community where the homes are similar in age and size but not identical in condition, the difference between a fair offer and an overpay usually comes down to what's been updated and what hasn't. We pull permit history, compare recent condition-driven sales, and walk properties with an eye toward the systems that matter most in a build of this vintage.
Forest Ridge in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Forest Ridge buy.
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Data sources & freshness
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2007 (4 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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Common questions about Forest Ridge
Where is Forest Ridge?
Forest Ridge is a community in Tarpon Springs, Pinellas County, Florida, ZIP 34689.
How many homes are in Forest Ridge?
County property records list 10 homes in Forest Ridge, built between 1995 and 2002; the typical home is about 2,039 heated square feet.
What do homes in Forest Ridge sell for?
Forest Ridge has no MLS sales in the last 12 months. The most recent year with recorded sales on file is 2026 (1 sale, median $540,000). For context, ZIP 34689 has 238 homes on the market with 24% under contract.
Are there homes for sale in Forest Ridge right now?
No active listings inside Forest Ridge at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Forest Ridge have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Forest Ridge in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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