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    Emerald Pointe is a gated waterfront community at 25188 Marion Avenue in Punta Gorda, offering one of the area's broadest combinations of boating and recreational amenities. The community includes 304 condos, villas, and townhomes along the Peace River, plus a private marina with more than 100 s

    Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina is a 60-unit condominium community on Baltic Avenue inside the gated Burnt Store Marina master community. Built primarily in 2005 and 2006, Esplanade combines Mediterranean-inspired architecture, elevators, private garages, screened lanais, a community pool and sp

    Charlotte Ranchettes is a rural acreage area east of Interstate 75 near Bermont Road in unincorporated Charlotte County, with Punta Gorda 33982 addresses. Unlike a conventional master-planned neighborhood, Charlotte Ranchettes is defined by larger parcels, agricultural zoning on many properties,

    Estates at Cobia Cay is a small residential enclave inside Burnt Store Marina, combining detached single-family-style homes with a land-condominium ownership structure. Located along Cobia Estates Drive in Lee County, the community includes homes with golf-course settings, private pools, screene

    Estuary at Punta Gorda Isles is a small waterfront condominium community on Purple Martin Drive in Punta Gorda Isles. The community consists of two intimate condominium buildings at 3233 and 3239 Purple Martin Drive, with approximately 1,430-square-foot residences, private garages, screened lana

    The biggest mistakes Florida homebuyers make often happen when they evaluate the house but not the complete ownership picture. A beautiful kitchen or waterfront view can distract from insurance costs, flood exposure, an aging roof, association finances, CDD assessments, inspection findings, or a

    The best Downtown Sarasota condos for walkability to restaurants and culture are concentrated around Main Street, Five Points, Palm Avenue, and the central downtown street grid. 1350 Main and Plaza at Five Points are particularly strong starting points for buyers who want restaurants and downtow

    The best golf courses in Palm Harbor range from PGA TOUR-tested championship golf at Innisbrook Resort to accessible public golf at Lansbrook and Tarpon Woods and private executive golf at Highland Lakes. Copperhead is the area's signature tournament course, while Innisbrook's Island Course prov

    Charleston South is a small waterfront condominium community at 3311 Wood Thrush Drive in Punta Gorda Isles. Built in 2007, the two-story development contains just 12 residences, with current public records showing units 111 through 116 and 121 through 126. Recent property records document appro

    After buying a Florida home, your monthly housing cost can include much more than mortgage principal and interest. Most owners should budget for property taxes, homeowners insurance, utilities, maintenance and repairs, plus HOA or condominium assessments, flood insurance, mortgage insurance, CDD

    There is no single Florida property-tax percentage that tells every buyer what they will pay after purchasing a home. Your future tax bill depends on the property's assessed value, exemptions you qualify for, local millage rates, and applicable non-ad valorem assessments. Most importantly, do no

    Before buying a home near the beach in Florida, evaluate much more than the distance to the sand. Flood exposure, homeowners and flood insurance, hurricane evacuation zones, storm history, roof condition, salt-air maintenance, beach access, association rules, coastal construction restrictions, a

    The biggest red flags when buying a house are signs of water intrusion, roof problems, structural movement, aging electrical or plumbing systems, unpermitted renovations, unresolved insurance issues, flood history, drainage problems, and major repairs without documentation. Florida buyers should

    Holiday hosting has a way of revealing which parts of a home work beautifully and which could use attention. The good news is that making a home feel more polished, comfortable, and valuable does not necessarily require a major renovation. Better lighting, a refreshed entry, decluttering, small

    Breakers Court is a boutique waterfront condominium at 129 Breakers Court in Punta Gorda Isles, offering just four residences in a canal-front setting near Charlotte Harbor. Built in 2003, the condominium combines unusually spacious floor plans with elevator access, garage parking, a community p

    Charlevoi is an established 55+ condominium community at 150 Harborside Avenue near Charlotte Harbor and downtown Punta Gorda, Florida. The 81-unit community consists of East and West buildings dating primarily to 1973 and 1974, with elevators, a heated community pool, and residences that are pr

    Capstan Club is a condominium community within Burnt Store Marina, a gated waterfront community in the Punta Gorda 33955 area of Lee County. Built around 1980, Capstan Club offers primarily two-bedroom condominiums in low-rise, two-story buildings. Its appeal comes from living inside a larger ma

    Admirals Landing in Punta Gorda is a waterfront condominium community on Lewis Circle in Punta Gorda Isles, offering a boating-oriented setting on a sailboat-access canal with no fixed bridges between the community and Charlotte Harbor. The mid-rise condominium was built in 1974 and contains 24

    Bella Lago is a newer single-family home community in Parrish, Florida, where interior lakes, water-view homesites, modern floor plans, and neighborhood amenities create a relaxed residential setting in Manatee County. D.R. Horton continues to market new homes in the community, with both one-sto

    Bass Inlet is a boutique waterfront condominium community at 320 Coldeway Drive in Punta Gorda, positioned along the Bass Inlet waterway within the Punta Gorda Isles area. Built in 2005, the low-rise condominium combines water views, boating-oriented living and a community pool with convenient a