Ridge West
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A scenic neighborhood on Windsor's eastern Larimer County edge featuring terraced landscaping, mature trees, tranquil ponds, and running water features. Single-family homes in a peaceful setting with proximity to River Bluffs Open Space and the Cache la Poudre River corridor.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Windsor Lake and Boardwalk Park (beach, stage, concerts, festivals)
- Eastman Park (skate park, athletic fields, dog park, Poudre River Trail)
- Windsor Community Recreation Center
- Poudre River Trail (12-mile regional trail)
- Pelican Lakes Resort & Golf (27 holes, three restaurants)
- RainDance National Resort & Golf (18 holes)
- Highland Meadows Golf Course (18 holes)
- Ptarmigan Country Club (private)
- Downtown Windsor (shops, restaurants, breweries, farmers market)
- Windsor Charter Academy and multiple Weld RE-4 schools
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Where it sits
Inside Windsor. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Ridge West
Where is Ridge West?
Ridge West is in Windsor, about 2.6 miles west of the Windsor center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Ridge West built?
Homes in Ridge West were built between 2000 and 2010 (early 21st century).
What amenities does Ridge West have?
Ridge West amenities include terraced landscaping with mature trees, tranquil ponds and running water features, Larimer County location, and proximity to River Bluffs Open Space.
How big are the lots in Ridge West?
Typical lots in Ridge West run 0.15–0.25 acres.
Which schools are near Ridge West?
Schools near Ridge West include Bethke Elementary, Preston Middle School, and Fossil Ridge High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Ridge West?
County parcel records show about 120 parcels in Ridge West.
How high is Ridge West?
Ridge West sits at about 4,860 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- River Bluffs Open Space
- Cache la Poudre River trail access
- Bethke Elementary
- Preston Middle School
- Fossil Ridge High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 1 minCR-13
- 5 minCO-392
- 5 minI-25
Transit in Windsor: No fixed-route transit within Windsor · COLT (City of Loveland Transit) connections in Loveland (15 min) · Transfort connections in Fort Collins (20 min) · Bustang (CDOT) stop in Fort Collins for Denver commutes · I-25 express lane access for Denver commuters
Other Neighborhoods in Windsor
- Westwood Village$475K–$600K (estimated)
- Windsor Villages at Ptarmigan$550K–$850K (estimated)
- Water Valley$320K–$2.6M
- RainDance$340K–$1.5M+
- Prairie Song$490K–$1M+ (estimated)
- Greenspire at Windsor Lake$499K–$1.18M
- Highland Meadows$400K–$1.1M+
- Country Farms Village$490K–$890K
- Jacoby Farm$500K–$700K (estimated)
- Windshire Park$498K–$570K
About This Profile
This profile of Ridge West was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is limited because few public sources describe this neighborhood. Limited online presence; price range estimated from area comps.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.