Now Selling New Homes in Riverview at Ridgewood South Ph. 2

If you have been searching for a new home in Riverview with a fantastic location, key amenities, and highly rated schools, your search is over. A brand-new phase of the popular Ridgewood community, Ridgewood South, is now selling. New homes in Ridgewood South Phase 2 are priced from the $350’s, providing exceptional value in one of Tampa Bay’s most sought-after suburbs.

Read on to discover why you'll want to make Ridgewood South your new home in Riverview.

A Prime Location in Riverview, FL

Ridgewood South lets you trade the pace of city living for a quiet Tampa suburb, without giving up access to all the Tampa Bay region has to offer. Thanks to nearby highways, Tampa’s downtown, employment centers, and entertainment districts are just a short drive away, and some of the region’s best beaches are within reach whenever you are ready for a day of fun in the sun. 

Convenience to Tampa Destinations

Ridgewood South sits off Rhodine Road, just minutes from US-301, I-75, and the Selmon Expressway, providing an easy commute and access to Tampa destinations, including:

• Ybor City - 16.2 miles
• Channelside District - 17.2 miles
• Downtown Tampa - 19 miles
• Busch Gardens - 23 miles
• Tampa International Airport - 27 miles 

Shopping, Dining, and Healthcare Conveniences

Equally important, your daily necessities are easily accessible, too. Grocery stores are just minutes from home:

• Publix Super Market at Rivercrest Commons - 2.6 miles
• Sprouts Farmers Market - 3.4 miles
• Riverview Fresh Market - 3.9 miles
• ALDI - 4.2 miles

When you don’t have time to cook (or do not want to), enjoy local Riverview restaurants such as Acropolis Greek Taverna, Little Habana Café, and The Talking Pint Bar & Bistro, as well as the expected chain and fast-food spots.

And, whether you work in healthcare or appreciate the peace of mind provided by medical care close to home, you can rest assured that major hospitals and healthcare practices are nearby:

• TGH Urgent Care - 2.6 miles
• Evolution Primary Care - 3.1 miles
• South Hillsborough VA Clinic - 3.5 miles
• St. Joseph’s Hospital - South - 4.8 miles
• TGH Brandon - 9.8 miles
• HCA Florida South Shore Hospital - 11.2 miles
• HCA Florida Brandon Hospital - 11.4 miles

If a furry family member needs a checkup, they are also covered, with several veterinary offices nearby.

Parks and Outdoor Recreation

One of the best things about living in Tampa Bay is the beautiful year-round sunshine and recreation - and living at Ridgewood South places you close to some of the Riverview area’s best parks and trails:

• Bell Creek Nature Preserve - This 477-acre preserve offers expansive hiking opportunities through beautiful natural habitats. Your furry friends are welcome here, too!
• Riverview Civic Center and Boat Ramp - Less than 5 miles away is direct access to the Alafia River, offering opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing on the water. Or, enjoy the playground and picnic pavilions on land.
• Lithia Springs Park - Head here for a day of swimming in a natural spring and hiking wooded trails, or stay for a long weekend by camping at the park.

When you’re ready to trade the trails for the sand and surf, some of Florida’s most celebrated beaches are within easy reach, from Apollo Beach to St. Pete Beach. Imagine beach afternoons and waterwide dining, with sugar sands, warm Gulf waters, and some of the best sunsets around.

Highly Rated Hillsborough County Schools

Ridgewood South is zoned for top Hillsborough County Public Schools, including:

• Collins PK-8 School, serving students from pre-K through 8th grade and offering a Gifted and Talented program.
• Riverview High School, which earned an “A” grade from the Florida Department of Education for the 2025 school year.

Amenities at Ridgewood South

Living in Ridgewood South, you will enjoy amenities including:

• A community pool, cabana, and playground, just up the road in Ridgewood Phase 1;
• A brand-new playground, steps from your front door in Ridgewood South!

Beyond the amenities, Ridgewood South is designed around Florida’s natural beauty. Select homes sit adjacent to a large pond and conservation area, providing a beautiful backdrop and backyard privacy.

New Homes in Riverview Designed for Your Life

With a desirable location, key amenities, and beautiful nature-inspired surroundings, the homes in Ridgewood South are truly the icing on the cake. Priced from the attainable $350’s, choose from homes that suit your needs with 1,545 to 3,162 square feet of living space, 3 to 6 bedrooms, and a two-car garage.

These new homes in Riverview include desirable features such as open-concept living space, a private owner’s suite, and flexible use rooms that adapt as your life changes, along with a front porch or covered lanai, expanding your living space outdoors.

If you are ready to start loving life in Ridgewood South as soon as possible, professionally designed quick move-in homes are starting construction and offer a shorter timeline to move-in without sacrificing the thoughtful features you are looking for.

Or, build your personalized dream home from the ground up, choosing your home site, home plan, and every finishing touch along the way, with professional designers at the Highland Homes Personal Selection Studio available to help bring your dream home vision to life.

Only 42 home sites are offered in Ridgewood South Phase 2, so now is the time to secure your dream home in this limited-opportunity community. Visit the Ridgewood South model center at 12207 Cypress Branch Street in Riverview, or call or email the Highland Homes Riverview New Home Specialists to learn more about making Ridgewood South your new home.