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Punta Gorda Florida Real Estate
Punta Gorda, Florida is an historic fishing village community on Charlotte Harbor in Southwest Florida. Punta Gorda, Florida features one of the largest natural harbors in the United States and is centrally located between Sarasota to the north and Fort Myers to the south. With sunshine all year and balmy gulf breezes to cool the summer, Punta Gorda is prized by boaters, fishermen, water lovers and tourists alike. This vibrant community has an historic downtown area with brick, gas-lit streets and plenty of shopping, art galleries and other amenities, and is home to fine dining, marinas and many recreation areas. The  historic downtown has been revitalized with beautiful flowers, colorful wall murals, trees, charming brick planters and benches where you can rest and watch life as it passes by.
Grab a healthy lunch at the tiny Cafe Ruelle on the alley or feast on Tex-Mex fare at the outside patio at Dean’s South of the Border. When the sun goes down, head for Harpoon Harry’s at Fishermen’s Village, River City Grille downtown or Biehl’s Slip Not Lounge with its neon palm trees and pirate ship atmosphere. Everywhere you go, there is something to do outside.
Punta Gorda, Florida is the county seat for Charlotte County and is home to approximately 17,000 people, including young families, singles and seniors.
With 130 miles of water, natural preserve Charlotte Harbor is popular with boaters and fishermen, and leads out into the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. In fact, Punta Gorda, Florida is situated on the Peace River and is ranked one of the Money Magazine best places to live in America. The picturesque waterfront area includes many public waterfront parks where year-round events take place. Fishermen’s Village, a complete marina, is right next to downtown, and a new public boat ramp and fishing pier are on the waterfront. In addition, the new civic center is under construction along the waterfront. Punta Gorda, Florida is also a favorite of golfers with its beautiful courses, each offering challenging greens, sand traps and water. 
The city is convenient to Charlotte County Airport, Southwest Florida International Airport, and Naples Municipal Airport. This ‘Main Street’ designated community has much to offer tourists and residents. Visit the historic A.C. Freeman House built in 1903, and browse its quaint museum, take a downtown gallery walk, or head to the Babcock Wilderness to commune with nature. Take a Trolley Tour with a local historian, or visit the Peace River Wildlife Center, Ponce de Leon Historical Park or Florida Adventure Museum. Fisherman’s Village is a new waterfront shopping complex with boutiques, dining and entertainment. It has also a 98 slip marina and boat, jet ski and bicycle rentals. Catch a sightseeing boat here and venture out to Cabbage Key or do some sport fishing.
Punta Gorda, Florida is a waterfront paradise with single-family homes, townhouses and condominiums, moderately priced condos, luxurious waterfront homes, and open land on which to build your dream home. There are numerous upscale and gated communities in the Punta Gorda, Florida area, many with private golf courses.
Downtown Punta Gorda is popular with many residents. With its huge, swaying palms, brick streets, and homes with wide verandas and tin roofs, you will feel as if you have gone back in time. It’s a great place to walk and discover hidden treasures. Gilchrist Park along the Peace River has tennis courts, a huge playground, gazebo and is home to country, bluegrass and folk musicians as they gather in circles to perform every Thursday evening.
Charlotte Ranchettes, south of town, features country living and offers plenty of space for horse-lovers to ride. This equestrian community just off I-75 at Jones Loop, offers out of the way country style living. Most of the land is divided into an acre or more to allow for horses. A new super Wal-Mart is just a few minutes away, and downtown Punta Gorda, Florida is just up the road.
Ridge Harbor is an area of older homes along US 17 on the way to Arcadia. It has a voluntary homeowner association and no deed restrictions but features a clubhouse, a community boat ramp, and access to Shell Creek, and Peace River and Charlotte Harbor beyond.
Punta Gorda Isles and Seminole Lakes are popular golfing communities with amenities like a clubhouse, pool and miles of beautifully manicured fairways and greens. Each one has its own unique character.
Other communities include the old town of Cleveland with its moderately priced single-family homes, large land parcels and plenty of room for horses and Solona which is an historic area just outside of town along the Peace River.
Tropical Gulf Acres is between Punta Gorda, Florida and Fort Myers and features undeveloped land for home sites and very affordable single-family classic homes built in the 1970s and 1980s, while South Punta Gorda Heights is an affordable area a little closer to town.
Punta Gorda, Florida has everything from waterfront homes in the millions to fine historic to bungalows to new Florida style homes. Contact us today to find out more about Punta Gorda, Florida and the lovely Punta Gorda, Florida communities.
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