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Punta Gorda, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda is a quaint coastal town in Southwest Florida near Fort Myers. Retirees can enjoy year-round warm weather, local downtown amenities, and boating. Homebuyers looking…
Punta Gorda is a quaint coastal town in Southwest Florida near Fort Myers. Retirees can enjoy year-round warm weather, local downtown amenities, and boating. Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Punta Gorda love the local charm of this old port town.
Climate & Geography in Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda experiences a subtropical climate, with very hot summers and warm and dry winters. Located on the south bank of the Peace River and the eastern shore of the Charlotte Harbor, most residential areas are on the water. As with much of Florida, summers are part of the wet season, where the city receives more rainfall than the rest of the nation. However, there are still approximately 267 days of sunshine a year, and Punta Gorda receives no snow or frost.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in the Punta Gorda Area
Punta Gorda is known for its emphasis on wildlife and outdoor recreation. Three centers, the Peace River Wildlife Center, Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary and Rehabilitation Center, and the Babcock Ranch Preserve all offer wildlife tours and education. There are plenty of parks with walking and biking trails, including the Harborwalk and Laishley Park.
Rather than a traditional downtown, Punta Gorda’s main city center is the Fishermen’s Village. It boasts over 30 small boutiques, five restaurants, and water cruises and tours on a waterfront marina. Fans of history and automobiles will enjoy visiting the Muscle Car City Museum.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living is higher than the national average because of the cost of housing. Health care, utilities, and transportation are all far below the national average, whereas groceries are inline with national averages.
Without income tax in Florida, residents only pay sales and property taxes. The local sales tax is 7 percent, which is typical of the state. Property taxes are below average and Punta Gorda has not raised property taxes in over 5 years.
Health Care
The Fort Myers metro area usually scores very well on Gallup’s Well-Being Index. Last year it ranked in the top 6 metro areas across the country.
Punta Gorda does not have any nationally ranked hospitals. However, Bayfront Health Punta Gorda is within city limits. Port Charlotte is home to Fawcett Memorial Hospital and Bayfront Health Port Charlotte. Both hospitals are ranked by U.S. News as high performing. Additionally Lee Memorial Hospital in nearby Fort Myers is ranked the No. 14 hospital in Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 7 55+ communities in Punta Gorda, 7 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Punta Gorda has 93 homes, the largest has 1920 homes, and the average communities consists of 614 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Punta Gorda. The most recent communities started in Punta Gorda include Toll Brothers at Sawgrass Lakes, Esplanade at Starling, Willowgreen at Babcock Ranch. There are also 6 communities in Punta Gorda that offer new construction homes, including Regency at Babcock Ranch, Willowgreen at Babcock Ranch, Esplanade at Starling.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Punta Gorda. Approximately 57.1% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Regency at Babcock Ranch is a gated communities, and Burnt Store Marina is another gated communities with 1920 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Punta Gorda stay on the market for around 416 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $433,994, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Esplanade at Starling average around $615,194, while homes in Burnt Store Marina average around $388,110.
30 communities near Punta Gorda
760 homes near Punta Gorda
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4 beds
|2 baths
|2,032 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,269 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,661 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,692 sq ft
|Townhome
1 beds
|1 baths
|593 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,538 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,661 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,844 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,073 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,591 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,643 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,380 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,402 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,532 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,684 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,116 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|792 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,376 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,319 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,527 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,372 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,722 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,194 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,283 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,309 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 7 55+ communities in Punta Gorda, 7 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Punta Gorda has 93 homes, the largest has 1920 homes, and the average communities consists of 614 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Punta Gorda. The most recent communities started in Punta Gorda include Toll Brothers at Sawgrass Lakes, Esplanade at Starling, Willowgreen at Babcock Ranch. There are also 6 communities in Punta Gorda that offer new construction homes, including Regency at Babcock Ranch, Willowgreen at Babcock Ranch, Esplanade at Starling.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Punta Gorda. Approximately 57.1% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Regency at Babcock Ranch is a gated communities, and Burnt Store Marina is another gated communities with 1920 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Punta Gorda stay on the market for around 416 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $433,994, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Esplanade at Starling average around $615,194, while homes in Burnt Store Marina average around $388,110.
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