Ridge Landing Airpark

Ridge Landing Airpark is a residential fly-in community in Frostproof, Polk County, Florida. It sells lots of more than one acre for custom built homes with private hangars. The community is aimed at pilots and aviation fans who want to live beside a runway. The airpark is gated and fenced.

The airpark has 99 lots of 1+ acre. Stabilized grass taxiways lead to a paved and lit runway that is 3,000 feet by 60 feet. The airport identifier is 4FL5, the CTAF frequency is 122.9, and the runways are 15 and 33. The elevation is about 140 feet.

Lots listed on the website range from $144,000 to $234,000, and several lots are marked sold. Owners can choose their own builder and design. The website says the community gives owners the freedom to work with the builder of their choice.

Residents enjoy secure access with perimeter fencing. The website says homes can be built with private hangars. The airpark also offers a short-stay rental through its airpark Airbnb page. Visitors can fly in for fly-ins and community events.

The Community Aircraft Program gives access to community aircraft. It is open to people who are not pilots, to owners who do not want to own an aircraft, and to licensed pilots. Participants pay a small hourly fee toward maintenance and pay for their own fuel. Instructors are available for individual training.

The website says Florida has no state income tax and no estate or inheritance tax. It lists Polk County property tax at 1.042 percent. The community is about one hour from Walt Disney World, Busch Gardens and Universal Studios. The website also describes year round flying weather.

The community supports EAA Chapter 1654. Sales inquiries are handled by a licensed realtor associated with the airpark. The website has a photo gallery, a page on things to do in the area, and a real estate page.

Services

• Airpark lots for sale
• Custom hangar homes
• Airpark short-stay rental
• Community Aircraft Program
• Runway access
• Real estate sales