Buyers looking at gated pool homes around Tequesta usually ask about the roof and the windows before they ask about anything else, and the next question is often whether the house has enough room for guests. At 18274 SE Ridgeview Drive, just listed in the guard-gated River Ridge community, the answers are already on the list: a metal shake-style roof installed in 2022 on the main residence and in 2025 on the addition, two new AC systems installed in 2026, impact-resistant windows and doors throughout much of the home, and a 663-square-foot addition with two private ensuite bedrooms.
The single-story home has five bedrooms, four full bathrooms and a half bath, and 3,393 square feet of living space on a 0.34-acre lot. Below, we cover where River Ridge sits, what has been updated, how the floor plan works, and the kind of buyer the home suits best.
River Ridge sits along the North Fork of the Loxahatchee River in southern Martin County. Homes in the community carry a Jupiter mailing address and are commonly described as Tequesta, which is why buyers see both names on listings. Martin County provides local services and public schools for the neighborhood, so it's worth knowing the county when you compare it with homes inside the Village of Tequesta. Our guide to living in Tequesta, FL covers the wider area, and our guide to living in Hobe Sound covers the Martin County community just to the north.
The community has roughly 173 homesites. Forty-three of them sit directly on the river, and others back to the community's lakes. Jonathan Dickinson State Park borders River Ridge to the north and east, which keeps the setting green and quiet, and deer and wading birds are common sights on an evening walk.
Residents share a clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, and a playground, and a guarded entrance manages who comes and goes. If pickleball is part of your week, our South Florida pickleball guide lists more places to play around the area.
The home was built in 1989, and the work done since then addresses the items South Florida buyers and insurers look at first. The current owners have completed:
Our guide to what makes a home hurricane-ready in South Florida explains why roof type and opening protection carry so much weight with buyers, and Jennie Greever's breakdown of frame versus concrete block construction is useful reading if you're comparing building materials across neighborhoods.
Searches for a home with a guest suite usually come from buyers who host often, work from home, or want a dedicated room for a hobby. The 663-square-foot addition here holds two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, so long-term guests have private space and a full bath without sharing a hallway with the primary suite. One of those rooms works as a home office or studio just as easily.
The main living area has vaulted ceilings, wood flooring, and a fireplace framed by custom built-ins. The split-bedroom layout puts the primary suite on its own side of the house, away from the secondary bedrooms.
The kitchen has two generous islands, which gives one person room to cook while guests gather at the other. Two-tone shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and double wall ovens handle holiday-sized meals, and built-in wine refrigeration keeps drinks close to the living area and the lanai.
The primary suite opens directly to the pool. It includes a custom walk-in dressing room with substantial storage, and the renovated bathroom has a freestanding soaking tub, an oversized walk-in shower, and brushed-gold fixtures.
The backyard is set up for everyday swimming and for hosting a crowd. The pool has been resurfaced and is surrounded by new travertine decking, and the oversized spa seats up to ten people. An expansive covered lanai gives you shaded space for dining and lounging, and an outdoor shower sits close to the pool. Tropical landscaping provides privacy, while artificial turf keeps the green space easy to maintain. For a look at the features buyers expect at this level, see our post on luxury home amenities in South Florida.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park is the neighborhood's next-door neighbor. The park rents canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for trips on the Loxahatchee, Florida's first federally designated Wild and Scenic River, and it has paved and off-road bike trails, hiking trails, and the Hobe Mountain observation tower.
The Jupiter Inlet, the beaches of Jupiter and Tequesta, and the waterfront restaurants along the Intracoastal are all close by. Our guide to Jupiter's beaches covers parking and amenities at each one, and our Jupiter boating lifestyle guide and plan for a perfect day on the water in Jupiter are good starting points for weekends. If you're new to the area, is Jupiter, Florida a good place to live? answers the questions locals and newcomers ask most.
As a primary residence, the home works for buyers who want five bedrooms on one level, a gate at the front of the neighborhood, and a backyard built for hosting. The two ensuite rooms in the addition give flexibility for frequent guests, a home office, or both.
Seasonal and second-home buyers will find the updates useful while they're away. The newer metal roof, impact openings, clear shutters, and turf reduce the list of things to manage from out of state, and the guarded entrance adds a layer of oversight when the home sits empty.
Is River Ridge a gated community?
Yes. River Ridge is guard-gated and offers a clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, and a playground.
Is River Ridge in Tequesta or Jupiter?
River Ridge is in southern Martin County. Homes there have a Jupiter mailing address and are commonly marketed as Tequesta.
How big is 18274 SE Ridgeview Drive?
The single-story home has five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, a half bath, and 3,393 square feet of living space on a 0.34-acre lot.
Does the home have a new roof and impact windows?
The metal shake-style roof dates to 2022 on the main residence and 2025 on the addition, and impact-resistant windows and doors cover much of the home, with clear shutters on the remaining openings.
What is near River Ridge?
Jonathan Dickinson State Park borders the community, and the Loxahatchee River, the Jupiter Inlet, and Jupiter and Tequesta beaches are close by.
Does the home have guest suites?
Yes. A 663-square-foot addition holds two bedrooms, each with a private ensuite bathroom.
If a single-story pool home with room for guests inside a guard-gated community is on your list, 18274 SE Ridgeview Drive is worth a visit. Caroline Harper of the Meyer Lucas Team is the listing agent and can share the full upgrade details or set up a private showing. If River Ridge isn't the right match, our team works with buyers across Jupiter, Tequesta, and Martin County and can help you find the home that is.
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