King Tarpon: Waterfront Living with a Southwest Florida Boating Lifestyle

by Hunt Brothers Realty

King Tarpon is a 38-residence land condominium community inside gated Burnt Store Marina in the Punta Gorda 33955 area of Lee County. Rather than a traditional multi-story condo building, King Tarpon consists of detached, single-story residences along King Tarpon Drive, with attached garages, screened outdoor areas, a community pool, and golf or water-oriented views at selected homes. Its defining lifestyle advantage is access to the broader Burnt Store Marina setting on Charlotte Harbor. Buyers should distinguish community marina access from ownership of a private boat slip and verify current condo fees, Section 22 assessments, insurance, reserves, pets, rentals, parking, and boating arrangements for the specific property.

Quick Answers About King Tarpon at Burnt Store Marina

Where is King Tarpon?

King Tarpon is inside Burnt Store Marina, a gated marina and golf community with a Punta Gorda mailing address in Lee County. King Tarpon residences are located along King Tarpon Drive near the main community entrance.

Is King Tarpon a traditional condo building?

No. Current property records identify King Tarpon as a land condominium consisting of detached, single-story residences on individual land-condominium lots. The legal descriptions reference King Tarpon Land Condo and the registered Tarpon Pass Condo project.

How many residences are in King Tarpon?

Florida condominium-project records identify 38 units in the Tarpon Pass Condo project associated with King Tarpon Condominium Association. The project was registered in December 1993.

When were King Tarpon homes built?

Verified King Tarpon residences were built primarily around 1994. Buyers should confirm the construction year and improvement history of the individual property because roofs, HVAC systems, pools, windows, renovations, and other components may have been replaced or modified at different times.

Does every King Tarpon home include a boat slip?

No private boat slip should be assumed with a King Tarpon residence. Burnt Store Marina provides the broader boating environment, but current King Tarpon records distinguish marina access from property-specific dock or slip ownership. Buyers should independently verify any claimed slip, dock, storage arrangement, or marina membership.

Does King Tarpon have a community pool?

Yes. Current King Tarpon records and listings identify a community pool. Some individual residences also have private swimming pools, but a private pool is a property-specific feature rather than something included with every home.

Is golf included with a King Tarpon home?

King Tarpon is inside the golf-oriented Burnt Store Marina community, and selected residences overlook golf-course areas, but buyers should not assume golf privileges or fees are included with King Tarpon condominium ownership. Current golf access, rates, programs, and membership arrangements should be verified separately.

Are King Tarpon owners part of a second association?

Yes. King Tarpon association materials state that members of King Tarpon Condominium Association are also members of the broader Burnt Store Marina Section 22 association. Buyers should therefore account for both King Tarpon condominium obligations and applicable master-community obligations.

Where Is King Tarpon Located?

King Tarpon is located along King Tarpon Drive inside gated Burnt Store Marina, south of central Punta Gorda along Burnt Store Road. Although properties use a Punta Gorda, FL 33955 mailing address, Burnt Store Marina is in Lee County.

That county distinction matters for property records, permitting, taxes, inspections, and other government functions. King Tarpon association materials specifically remind residents that Lee County jurisdiction applies despite the Punta Gorda mailing address.

Within Burnt Store Marina, King Tarpon Drive is close to the community's main gated entrance. The larger marina community provides access to boating, golf, dining, recreation, and other independently operated services.

What Kind of Community Is King Tarpon?

King Tarpon is best understood as a land condominium of detached residences rather than a conventional condominium building. County-derived records describe individual King Tarpon properties as land condos, while current listings often visually and functionally resemble single-family homes.

This ownership format is important because the physical appearance of a residence does not determine its legal ownership structure. Buyers should review the condominium declaration, plat, association documents, maintenance obligations, insurance arrangements, and land rights applicable to the specific King Tarpon property.

Florida condominium-project records identify 38 residences in the registered Tarpon Pass Condo project associated with King Tarpon Condominium Association.

When Was King Tarpon Developed?

King Tarpon Condominium Association, Inc. was filed with the State of Florida on December 20, 1993, and the associated 38-unit Tarpon Pass Condo project was registered later that month. Verified King Tarpon residences in current county and MLS records commonly show 1994 construction.

For example, current records for homes on King Tarpon Drive at addresses including 2001, 2061, 4041, and 4081 identify 1994 construction. Buyers should still confirm the exact year and permit history of the property they are considering.

This current evidence differs from the 1983 construction date presently shown on the Hunt Brothers Realty King Tarpon page. For purchase due diligence, buyers should rely on current parcel, condominium, association, and permit records for the individual residence.

What Are King Tarpon Residences Like?

King Tarpon residences are detached, single-story homes with attached garages and Florida-oriented outdoor living spaces. Verified current examples include both two- and three-bedroom configurations rather than one universal floor plan.

Current records document living areas from approximately 1,598 to 1,734 square feet among several verified examples. A pending October 2026 property at 2001 King Tarpon Drive has two bedrooms plus a den, two bathrooms, approximately 1,620 square feet, a large screened lanai, and a two-car garage.

Other King Tarpon homes have three-bedroom configurations, private swimming pools, golf-course views, or water-oriented views. Those characteristics are property-specific and should not be assumed for every residence.

Is King Tarpon Directly Waterfront?

King Tarpon is part of a waterfront marina community, but buyers should distinguish the broader Burnt Store Marina waterfront setting from the waterfront status of an individual King Tarpon residence. Current property records show different views and water-access fields depending on the home.

For example, a verified property at 2061 King Tarpon Drive reports no direct water access or water extras. A 2026 listing at 4041 King Tarpon Drive reports marina access and identifies Charlotte Harbor as the associated water body, while the residence itself is positioned on the golf-course side of King Tarpon Drive.

The practical takeaway is that King Tarpon provides access to a marina-oriented Southwest Florida lifestyle, but a buyer should not assume that every residence sits directly on a navigable basin, includes a dock, or conveys a boat slip.

Does a King Tarpon Home Include a Boat Slip?

A private boat slip should not be assumed to transfer with a King Tarpon residence. The boating advantage comes primarily from being inside Burnt Store Marina, while boat-slip ownership, leases, storage arrangements, and marina services are separate issues that require verification.

This distinction is especially important because real estate listings may describe Burnt Store Marina amenities in the same section as property features. A reference to a marina, boat ramp, boating access, or Charlotte Harbor does not by itself establish that a particular King Tarpon owner receives a deeded or assigned slip.

If a boat slip is essential to the purchase, buyers should obtain written confirmation of the exact arrangement, including ownership or lease status, slip dimensions, vessel restrictions, fees, transferability, utilities, marina rules, and current availability.

What Is the Boating Lifestyle at Burnt Store Marina?

King Tarpon owners live inside Burnt Store Marina, a gated waterfront community on Charlotte Harbor with a privately operated deep-water marina and boating access toward the Gulf of Mexico.

Current King Tarpon listings describe the marina as providing a route across Charlotte Harbor toward the Gulf through Boca Grande Pass without fixed bridges on that broader route. The community also has boating-related businesses and services, and current listings reference options such as boat rentals and Freedom Boat Club.

That does not mean every boat is suitable for every marina space or navigation condition. Boat owners should verify current slip availability, water depth, vessel dimensions, draft, marina rules, storage options, fees, and navigation conditions directly with the appropriate marina operator and qualified marine professionals.

What Amenities Are Available at King Tarpon?

King Tarpon has a community pool and association-maintained common elements, while the broader Burnt Store Marina community provides access to additional recreational and commercial facilities. Buyers should distinguish amenities included in King Tarpon assessments from facilities that are separately operated or fee-based.

Depending on the facility and current operating arrangement, the broader Burnt Store Marina setting includes:

Deep-water marina facilities
Golf
Waterfront and golf-oriented dining
Fitness facilities
Tennis and pickleball
Racquet facilities
Walking and biking areas
Dog-park access
Golf-cart-friendly community streets where permitted
Boating and marine-related businesses

Some Burnt Store Marina recreational facilities require separate fees or memberships. Buyers should verify which amenities are included with King Tarpon ownership and which require an additional payment, membership, reservation, or separate contract.

Does King Tarpon Have a Community Pool?

Yes. Current association and listing information identifies a community pool as a King Tarpon amenity. Association fees on verified properties have included community-pool expenses along with other common services.

Some King Tarpon residences also have private pools. For example, current property records document private heated pools at selected homes on King Tarpon Drive. Buyers should verify the pool equipment, enclosure, maintenance history, permits, and insurance implications when evaluating a home with its own pool.

What Is the Association Structure at King Tarpon?

King Tarpon has a layered association structure. Owners belong to King Tarpon Condominium Association, Inc., and King Tarpon association materials state that owners are also members of the broader Burnt Store Marina association known as Section 22.

The King Tarpon association handles responsibilities specific to the condominium community. Its published resident information identifies contracted landscaping and association management, and it states that basic cable is provided as part of association membership under the governing documents.

Section 22 is responsible for broader Burnt Store Marina common elements not owned by individual sub-associations and provides community-level services that include security. Buyers should therefore identify every recurring fee and obligation rather than evaluating only the King Tarpon condominium assessment.

How Much Are King Tarpon Condo and Association Fees?

King Tarpon fees should be verified from current association records and a property-specific estoppel rather than copied from an older listing. Available listings show that owners can have both a King Tarpon condominium assessment and a separate Burnt Store Marina Section 22 assessment.

For illustration, a prior sale at 2061 King Tarpon Drive reported a $425 monthly condominium fee plus a $1,445 annual second-association fee. A more recent property at 2070 King Tarpon Drive reported a $440 monthly condo fee plus another association charge. A 2026 listing at 4041 King Tarpon Drive reported different current totals again.

These figures demonstrate why listing data becomes stale and should not be treated as the current fee for another residence. Buyers should obtain current written information covering regular assessments, Section 22 obligations, capital contributions, special assessments, reserves, transfer or application charges, and any other required payments before closing.

What Do King Tarpon Fees Cover?

Current and recent King Tarpon listings identify combinations of grounds maintenance, management, community-pool expenses, security, basic cable, private-road expenses, reserve funding, and other common costs. Exact inclusions should be verified through the current budget and governing documents.

The association's own resident information confirms contracted landscaping services and basic cable as association-related services. Broader Burnt Store Marina common-area and security obligations are associated with Section 22.

Buyers should focus on both the amount and the scope of each fee. A lower monthly assessment does not necessarily mean a lower total ownership cost if more maintenance, insurance, utilities, recreational access, or capital expenses remain the individual owner's responsibility.

Are Pets Allowed at King Tarpon?

Current property records indicate that pets are permitted subject to association rules, which conflicts with the simple "Pets: No" field presently displayed on the existing Hunt Brothers Realty King Tarpon page. Buyers should rely on current governing documents rather than a summary field.

A 2026 listing at 4041 King Tarpon Drive reports two pets permitted, including cats and dogs, subject to association requirements. Another verified King Tarpon record directs buyers to the condominium documents for pet restrictions.

Pet number limits, breed restrictions, conduct rules, approval requirements, and other provisions can change. Buyers whose purchase depends on keeping a particular pet should obtain the current written rules before making a decision.

Can King Tarpon Residences Be Rented?

Current listings identify lease restrictions at King Tarpon, so buyers should verify the governing documents before assuming a residence can be rented on a particular schedule. A 2026 listing reported a one-month minimum lease, but that listing should not substitute for the current condominium declaration and rules.

Buyers considering seasonal or investment use should confirm minimum lease periods, permitted lease frequency, tenant approval requirements, application procedures, master-association restrictions, and any amendments adopted after the listing information was published.

Questions involving the interpretation or enforceability of leasing restrictions should be reviewed with a qualified Florida real estate attorney.

What Should Buyers Review About King Tarpon's Condo Association?

King Tarpon buyers should review both the individual residence and the financial and operational condition of the condominium association. The detached-home appearance does not eliminate condominium-document, reserve, insurance, assessment, or maintenance questions.

Important documents and issues can include:

Condominium declaration and amendments
Current rules and regulations
Current operating budget
Recent financial statements
Reserve balances and reserve planning
Current or proposed special assessments
Association insurance coverage and deductibles
Exterior and landscaping maintenance responsibilities
Roof responsibilities
Private-road responsibilities
Pool expenses and rules
Pet restrictions
Lease restrictions
Buyer approval requirements
Section 22 obligations and assessments
Any required capital contribution or transfer charges

Hunt Brothers Realty's Florida condo buyer guide explains additional due-diligence issues buyers should consider when evaluating condominium ownership in Florida.

What Should Buyers Know About Condo Reserves and Structural Requirements?

King Tarpon's detached, single-story land-condominium format means buyers should not automatically assume that requirements commonly discussed for multi-story Florida condominium buildings apply in exactly the same way. Applicability depends on the legal and physical characteristics of the condominium and current Florida law.

Buyers should nevertheless review King Tarpon's current budget, reserve information, recent financial statements, insurance, maintenance plans, and any known capital projects or assessments. The condition of roads, pool facilities, landscaping, and other association-maintained components can affect future expenses even where high-rise structural requirements are not relevant.

Questions about which Florida condominium reserve or inspection statutes apply to King Tarpon should be verified through current association records and, when legal interpretation is necessary, reviewed with a qualified Florida real estate attorney or other appropriate professional.

What Should Buyers Inspect at a King Tarpon Residence?

King Tarpon residences date primarily from the mid-1990s, but many have undergone substantial improvements. Buyers should evaluate the current condition and age of the individual home's systems rather than relying on the original construction date alone.

A pending October 2026 residence at 2001 King Tarpon Drive, for example, reports a 2023 tile roof and 2024 air-conditioning system. Another King Tarpon property has permit history showing 2024 roof and mechanical work. These examples demonstrate that component age can vary materially even among homes originally built at approximately the same time.

Depending on the residence, buyers may want qualified professionals to evaluate:

Roof condition and remaining useful life
HVAC equipment
Electrical system
Plumbing and water heater
Windows and exterior doors
Storm-protection features
Garage and garage door
Screened lanai and enclosure
Private pool and equipment when applicable
Interior moisture or water intrusion
Permits for material renovations

Inspection findings should be evaluated with the appropriate licensed home inspector, contractor, engineer, electrician, plumber, pool professional, roofer, or other qualified professional before the buyer makes a purchasing decision.

What Should Buyers Know About Flood and Insurance?

Flood and insurance considerations should be evaluated for the specific King Tarpon residence. Being inside a Charlotte Harbor marina community does not establish one insurance premium, flood determination, elevation, deductible, or coverage requirement for every home.

Buyers should determine how King Tarpon's condominium insurance responsibilities interact with the coverage an individual owner must obtain. Because these are detached land-condominium residences, the allocation of exterior, roof, structural, and other insurance or maintenance responsibilities should be confirmed from current governing documents and policies rather than assumed from the word "condominium."

Insurance availability, coverage, deductibles, and premiums can vary substantially by property. Buyers should obtain property-specific homeowners, condominium, wind, and flood insurance information as applicable and review coverage with a qualified insurance professional before making a purchasing decision.

Is Golf Included at King Tarpon?

King Tarpon's location inside Burnt Store Marina provides convenient access to the community's golf facilities, and some residences have golf-course views, but golf should be treated separately from King Tarpon condominium ownership.

Current Burnt Store Marina information identifies a 27-hole golf facility along with a pro shop, dining, and related activities. Current King Tarpon listings describe golf as a separately available community feature rather than an automatic private membership conveyed with every residence.

Golf operations, rates, access programs, and membership structures can change. Buyers who consider golf important should verify current arrangements directly with the golf operator before purchasing.

How Does King Tarpon Compare With Other Burnt Store Marina Properties?

King Tarpon provides a different residential format from Burnt Store Marina's high-rise condominiums, mid-rise buildings, attached villas, and larger single-family neighborhoods. Its detached, single-story land-condominium homes combine condominium association management with a house-like physical layout.

For buyers comparing condominium formats, Harbor Towers offers an elevator-building condominium format, while Grande Isle represents another multi-story condominium option within the marina community. Buyers should verify current association, financial, structural, and ownership information for each community independently.

The broader Burnt Store Marina real estate page provides a useful starting point for comparing available property types within the gated community.

What Should Boaters Verify Before Buying at King Tarpon?

Boaters should verify the exact marina arrangement they expect to use before purchasing a King Tarpon residence. Community access to Burnt Store Marina is not the same as ownership of a private boat slip.

Important questions can include:

Is a boat slip included with the property?
If not, what wet-slip or dry-storage options are currently available?
Is a slip owned, leased, assigned, or separately contracted?
Can the arrangement transfer to a new owner?
What vessel dimensions can the slip or storage facility accommodate?
What are the current marina fees?
Are electricity and water available?
What marina rules apply?
What is the practical water depth for the intended vessel?
Are there navigation limitations relevant to the vessel's draft or height?

Boat-slip availability, navigation suitability, marina contracts, and marine conditions should be confirmed directly with the marina operator and the appropriate qualified marine professionals before a buyer relies on them in a purchasing decision.

What Should Buyers Verify Before Purchasing at King Tarpon?

A King Tarpon purchase involves both an individual detached residence and condominium and master-community obligations. Buyers should evaluate all three layers before deciding whether a property fits their plans and budget.

Confirm the King Tarpon land-condominium ownership structure.
Review the current condominium declaration, bylaws, amendments, and rules.
Verify the current King Tarpon condominium assessment.
Verify the current Section 22 assessment and obligations.
Confirm any capital contribution, transfer, or application fees.
Review the current budget, financial statements, and reserves.
Ask about current, pending, or discussed special assessments.
Review association insurance and individual-owner insurance responsibilities.
Obtain property-specific insurance quotes.
Verify pet and rental restrictions.
Confirm exterior, roof, landscaping, pool, and structural maintenance responsibilities.
Arrange an appropriate inspection of the residence.
Verify permits for significant improvements.
Confirm the current flood information for the specific property.
Verify whether any private boat slip or marina arrangement actually transfers with the property.
Confirm current marina costs and vessel suitability if boating is important.
Verify golf and recreational costs separately when applicable.
Calculate the complete annual ownership cost rather than comparing asking prices alone.

The Hunt Brothers Realty Buyer Resource Center provides additional information for Florida buyers preparing to compare properties and complete due diligence.

Who Might Put King Tarpon on a Punta Gorda Home Search?

King Tarpon may be worth comparing for buyers whose search priorities match its verified residential format and Burnt Store Marina location.

Detached, single-story residences
Attached garages
Screened Florida outdoor living spaces
A community swimming pool
Golf-course or water-oriented views at selected homes
Gated Burnt Store Marina access
Convenient access to marina facilities
Charlotte Harbor boating opportunities through the broader marina community
Golf and recreation available within Burnt Store Marina
On-site dining and marina-oriented services within the larger community

Buyers who require a deeded private dock directly behind the residence should verify that requirement carefully. King Tarpon's marina lifestyle should not be confused with guaranteed private dockage at each home.

Is King Tarpon Right for Your Southwest Florida Search?

King Tarpon combines detached single-story residences with condominium association management inside one of Southwest Florida's established marina communities. Verified homes offer attached garages, screened outdoor living, a community pool, and golf or water-oriented settings at selected properties, while Burnt Store Marina provides access to boating, golf, dining, and recreation.

The ownership structure deserves particular attention. King Tarpon is a land condominium, and owners also participate in the broader Burnt Store Marina Section 22 association. Buyers should therefore evaluate both association layers, insurance responsibilities, reserves, assessments, maintenance obligations, property condition, and total annual costs.

For boaters, the most important distinction is between living inside a marina community and owning a specific boat slip. Verifying the exact marina arrangement for the intended vessel before purchasing can prevent an important lifestyle assumption from becoming an expensive surprise.

Explore King Tarpon With Hunt Brothers Realty

Visit Hunt Brothers Realty's King Tarpon real estate page for current listing opportunities. Buyers should note that some legacy community details presently shown on that page conflict with current association, condominium-project, parcel, and MLS records, particularly the community's physical format and construction period.

You can also explore the broader Burnt Store Marina real estate market, review Hunt Brothers Realty's Florida condo buying guide, or use the Buyer Resource Center when preparing for a Southwest Florida purchase.

If you are comparing King Tarpon with other Burnt Store Marina residences, contact Hunt Brothers Realty to discuss current listings and the property-specific questions worth investigating before you buy.

This article is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not individualized legal, financial, tax, insurance, lending, inspection, engineering, construction, title, association, marine, flood, survey, permitting, or other professional advice. Condominium fees, Section 22 assessments, reserves, special assessments, insurance, maintenance responsibilities, pet and rental rules, flood information, marina access, boat-slip arrangements, golf access, property condition, financing requirements, and ownership costs can vary by property and change over time. Buyers should verify material information through current association, property, title, insurance, marina, and other appropriate records and a licensed real estate professional. When a decision requires individualized guidance, buyers should consult the appropriate Florida real estate attorney, lender, insurance professional, tax professional, home inspector, engineer, contractor, marine professional, title or closing professional, surveyor, association, marina operator, local government or permitting authority, or other qualified professional.