About Richfield Neighborhood
Richfield sits in the Clarke Road / East Silver Star Road quadrant of Ocoee, a small, well-maintained subdivision developed primarily in the early 1990s. Homes line Richfield Cove Drive — the neighborhood's main internal street — along with adjoining cul-de-sacs and connector loops. Most residences are one- and two-story single-family homes ranging from roughly 1,750 to 2,500 square feet on lots of approximately 0.18 to 0.22 acre, a typical scale for Ocoee subdivisions of this era.
The neighborhood's defining characteristics are mature trees, an established street grid, and a low-fee HOA structure. Many homes were originally built with screened lanais, two-car garages, and traditional Florida ranch and two-story floor plans; pool homes are common, with private in-ground pools added either at original construction or in subsequent renovations. The architectural mix is varied — there is no single signature elevation — and individual updates over three decades have produced a streetscape with genuine character rather than a uniform new-construction look.
Richfield's location places it within walking and short-driving distance of daily essentials. Silver Crossings Center (Publix, CVS, Bank of America) sits at the immediate Clarke Road and Silver Star intersection, while Lake Olympia Square and additional retail line the corridor east toward the Good Homes Road area. Citrus Elementary School is the assigned elementary school for the neighborhood, with Ocoee Middle and Ocoee High completing the public-school zoning footprint. Commuters benefit from the SR 408 entrance just south of the neighborhood and SR 429 access a short distance west — a positioning that explains Richfield's continued appeal three decades after initial buildout.
📊 Quick Facts
🏡 Home Features
Typical Richfield home features include:
- Two-car attached garages
- Screened lanais and covered patios
- In-ground pools (common, not universal)
- Traditional formal living/dining layouts in addition to family-room-centered floor plans
- Master suites with walk-in closets and en-suite bathrooms
- Stucco exteriors with traditional Florida architecture
- Mature landscaping with established trees
- Renovated kitchens and baths in many homes (granite, stainless, updated cabinetry are common in re-sales)
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Richfield Location & Connections
Richfield occupies a strategic central Ocoee position east of Clarke Road and south of East Silver Star Road. The neighborhood is bordered by similar 1990s-era Ocoee subdivisions, and the surrounding intersection — Clarke Road meeting Silver Star Road (SR 438) — is one of the busier internal-grid junctions in the city, anchoring the everyday commerce that residents rely on.
Three-expressway access defines Richfield's commute profile. SR 408 (the Arnold Palmer Expressway) provides the fastest route to downtown Orlando, SR 429 (the Western Beltway) connects to the theme-park corridor and Apopka, and Florida's Turnpike opens Tampa, Miami, and Ocala for regional travel.
🏘️ Adjacent Neighborhoods & Areas
- Silver Bend — adjacent neighborhood along the Silver Star Road corridor
- Temple Grove Estates — nearby established neighborhood paying tribute to Ocoee's citrus heritage
- Clarke Road — Ocoee's primary north-south internal connector, bordering Richfield to the west
- East Silver Star Road (SR 438) — east-west connector along Richfield's northern edge
- Good Homes Road corridor — residential and commercial corridor along Ocoee's eastern edge (no dedicated guide page)
- Richfield Cove Drive — the neighborhood's primary internal street
- Individual non-subdivision homes along the surrounding street grid
- Citrus Elementary School area — assigned elementary zone (verify current zoning with Orange County Public Schools)
🚗 Detailed Commute Times
- Downtown Orlando: Approximately 18–22 minutes (~12 miles) via SR 408
- UCF Campus: Approximately 35–40 minutes (~25 miles) via SR 408 east
- Walt Disney World: Approximately 20–25 minutes (~14 miles) via SR 429 south
- Universal Orlando: Approximately 18–22 minutes (~10 miles) via SR 408
- SeaWorld Orlando: Approximately 22–28 minutes (~14 miles) via SR 408 to I-4
- Cocoa Beach: Approximately 65–75 minutes (~62 miles) via SR 408 to SR 528
- Winter Garden: Approximately 10–15 minutes (~6 miles) via SR 50
- Apopka: Approximately 15–20 minutes (~10 miles) via Clarke Road north and SR 429
✈️ Airport Access
- Orlando International Airport (MCO): Approximately 30–35 minutes (~22 miles) via SR 408 east or Florida's Turnpike south
- Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB): Approximately 40–50 minutes (~30 miles) via SR 429 north to SR 414/417
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Richfield Amenities & Lifestyle
Richfield offers a quiet, established neighborhood feel with daily essentials immediately at hand. The Clarke Road / Silver Star intersection puts a Publix-anchored grocery, banking, fitness, and pharmacy within minutes — and the entire Ocoee retail, dining, and recreation footprint sits within a short drive of the neighborhood's borders.
Beyond the immediate corridor, Richfield residents have full access to Ocoee's parks, lakefront, healthcare, and entertainment infrastructure — including Bill Breeze Park on Starke Lake, the West Orange Trail, Health Central Hospital, and West Oaks Mall — all a 5–10 minute drive from the neighborhood.
🏊 Neighborhood Amenities
Richfield is a residential-only subdivision; common shared amenities are limited. Most homes have private in-ground pools, screened lanais, and individual yards. The neighborhood relies on city parks and adjacent retail for shared recreation rather than internal HOA-managed amenities.
- Quiet residential streets with sidewalks
- Mature shade canopy along Richfield Cove Drive
- Low-fee HOA structure (no community pool, clubhouse, or fitness facilities on-site)
- Private pools on many individual properties
🛍️ Shopping & Services
Silver Crossings Center (Publix, CVS, Bank of America, LA Fitness, Marco's Pizza) sits at the immediate Clarke Road and Silver Star intersection, putting full-service grocery and daily services within walking or one-mile driving distance. West Oaks Mall on West Colonial Drive is approximately 5 minutes away, and Plantation Grove Shopping Center on Maguire Road offers an additional Publix-anchored center.
For comprehensive shopping information: View our Ocoee Shopping Guide →
🍽️ Restaurants
Dining around Richfield is anchored by the West Colonial Drive (SR 50) corridor — chain restaurants, fast-casual options, and the AMC dining cluster at West Oaks Mall — supplemented by neighborhood spots along Clarke Road and Silver Star Road. The Maguire Road and Bluford Avenue corridors offer more independent and locally-owned dining options.
For comprehensive restaurant information: View our Ocoee Restaurants Guide →
🎭 Arts & Culture
Ocoee's arts and heritage anchor is the Withers-Maguire House — a National Register historic landmark in the Bluford Avenue downtown district — along with the Ocoee Lakeshore Center, which hosts the Asian Culture Festival, the Ocoee Music Festival, and other community programming. All are 5–10 minutes from Richfield.
For comprehensive arts & culture information: View our Ocoee Arts & Culture Guide →
🏃 Health & Wellness
Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital on West Colonial Drive is the closest full-service hospital — approximately 5 minutes from Richfield — providing emergency, surgical, and specialty care. The newer AdventHealth Ocoee ER on West Colonial Drive offers a second 24/7 emergency-care option, giving residents two distinct ER access points within the same corridor.
For comprehensive health & wellness information: View our Ocoee Hospitals Guide →
🌳 Parks & Recreation
Bill Breeze Park on Starke Lake is Ocoee's primary public lakefront — boat ramps, fishing, and the venue for Food Truck Fridays and Movies in the Park. The West Orange Trail passes through the city with a trailhead near the downtown core, connecting Ocoee to Winter Garden and Apopka via 22 miles of paved cycling and walking trail. The Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive at Ocoee's northern edge offers an 11-mile scenic birding route — one of Florida's premier wildlife corridors.
For comprehensive parks & recreation information: View our Ocoee Parks & Recreation Guide →
⚽ Sports & Athletics
Forest Lake Golf Club — Ocoee's city-owned 18-hole public course — is approximately 8–10 minutes from Richfield. Vignetti Park hosts baseball, softball, and soccer programming, while the Jim Beech Recreation Center offers adult leagues, fitness programs, and the city's Family Aquatic Center pool complex. LA Fitness anchors the Silver Crossings Center at the immediate Clarke/Silver Star intersection.
For comprehensive sports & athletics information: View our Ocoee Sports & Athletics Guide →
🎉 Fun Things to Do
Ocoee's events calendar runs year-round — Food Truck Fridays at Bill Breeze Park, the Ocoee Music Festival, Founders' Day, Halloween Howl Night, and the Easter Eggstravaganza. AMC Theaters at West Oaks Mall and West Orange Cinema on Maguire Road provide moviegoing options, while Toll Road Brewing Company anchors Ocoee's craft brewery scene.
For comprehensive events & activities information: View our Ocoee Events & Things To Do Guide →
🎓 Schools
Richfield is served by Orange County Public Schools:
- Elementary: Citrus Elementary School
- Middle: Ocoee Middle School
- High: Ocoee High School (back-to-back "A" grades, 100% graduation rate)
Note: School assignments are subject to change. Always verify current zoning directly with Orange County Public Schools before relying on assignment data for purchasing decisions.
For comprehensive school information: View our Ocoee Schools Guide →
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How Richfield Compares
Richfield occupies a specific market position in Ocoee: established 1990s construction, low-fee HOA, no CDD, and a central Clarke/Silver Star location. For buyers comparing it to nearby alternatives, the value proposition centers on mature inventory at a moderate price point versus newer construction with higher carrying costs.
| Feature | Richfield | Newer Ocoee Construction | Westyn Bay (Gated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical Lot Size | 0.18–0.22 acre | 0.10–0.18 acre | 0.15–0.30 acre |
| Home Age | Early-to-mid 1990s | 2015–present | 2005–2015 |
| HOA Fee Level | Low | Moderate to high | Moderate to high |
| CDD Fee | No | Often yes | No |
| Gated | No | Varies | Yes |
| Tree Canopy | Mature (30+ years) | Young / developing | Established |
| Internal Amenities | None on-site | Pool, clubhouse, etc. | Full resort-style |
💡 Value Proposition: Richfield offers the lowest carrying-cost profile of the three — no CDD, low HOA, and no community amenity fees — in exchange for older construction and the absence of resort-style on-site facilities. For buyers prioritizing monthly cost, mature trees, and proximity to SR 408 over new finishes and amenity packages, Richfield's positioning is competitive.
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Richfield HOA & CDD Information
Richfield operates a low-fee homeowners association consistent with the era of its construction. Because the neighborhood does not maintain a community pool, clubhouse, fitness center, or gated entry, HOA dues are correspondingly modest — covering common-area maintenance, deed restrictions, and basic governance rather than amenity operations.
Richfield does not have a Community Development District (CDD) assessment. CDD bonds — which fund infrastructure and amenities in many Central Florida communities developed since the early 2000s — were not used for Richfield's 1990s construction. This is a distinct cost advantage versus newer Ocoee subdivisions that may carry $1,500–$3,000 or more in annual CDD assessments.
💰 HOA Fees & Management Contact
HOA fees and management company information often change. Please contact us and we will be happy to provide you with the current HOA fee, payment schedule, and direct contact information for the HOA management company. We can also check for you to see if there are any current or upcoming special assessments.
📋 What HOA Fees Cover
- Common-area landscaping and maintenance
- Entrance and signage upkeep
- Deed restriction enforcement
- Architectural review for exterior modifications
- Basic community governance and meetings
- Reserve fund contributions for long-term common-area capital needs
Richfield's HOA does not fund a community pool, clubhouse, fitness center, or gated entry — which is reflected in its low fee structure.
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