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Central Punta Gorda

Central Punta Gorda

$315,948 Average Value
$215 Average Price per Sq Ft
84 Homes For Sale

Central Punta Gorda is a waterfront community along the Peace River

Central Punta Gorda is a waterfront community in Southwest Florida with a walkable dining district and waterfront parks along the Peace River. Interested buyers can choose between single-family homes, apartments and condos, all of which are close to the Punta Gorda Airport and located in a highly rated school district. “It’s still kind of a hidden gem, especially for pricing,” says Realtor Alex LeClair with Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty. “To be on the water, it’s lower than a lot of things in this area. It’s very good for people who like boating and being on the water, and it’s just starting to develop. It’s kind of the beginning of the expansion.”

Colorful single-family homes, apartments and condos

“For the most part, it’s single-family close to downtown,” LeClair says. “There are some apartments, but there are building restrictions so that you can only build four or five stories. The city will basically shoot down anything that’s more than that.” Single-family homes in Central Punta Gorda are typically ranch-style, bungalows and new traditional, often painted in vibrant, beachy colors like yellows and blues. Most recent sales prices for single-family homes fall between $150,000 and $600,000, while most recent condo sales were between $200,000 and $400,000.

Learning in Charlotte County Public Schools

Students in Central Punta Gorda can attend Charlotte County Public Schools, a district with an A-minus grade from Niche that ranks in the site’s top 20 Florida school districts. They can start at the A-minus-rated Sallie Jones Elementary School, which Niche considers the second best public elementary school in Charlotte County. After that, they can continue to the B-rated Punta Gorda Middle School and the B-plus-rated Charlotte High School. Charlotte High School students can take dual enrollment courses with Charlotte Technical College and Florida Southwestern State College.

Waterfront parks along the Peace River

Central Punta Gorda’s top outdoor attractions are its waterfront parks. “Of course, it’s on the harbor, so it’s a small-town fishing kind of thing – fishing, boating, dolphin watching, stuff like that,” LeClair says. Laishley Park has a splash pad, fishing pier and marina and hosts the annual Punta Gorda Seafood and Music Festival. Just down the road, Gilchrest Park offers additional waterfront amenities, including playgrounds, tennis courts and picnic areas.

A food-oriented downtown

“Currently, the town is very food-oriented,” LeClair says. “There are a lot of restaurants, and it’s very walkable. There’s everything from Southern cuisine to upscale dining to Italian food all right there downtown.” Downtown dining highlights include Laishley Crab House, a waterfront seafood restaurant; Celtic Ray Public House, an Irish tavern; and Dean’s South of the Border, which serves American and Tex-Mex breakfast, lunch and dinner. For groceries, residents can shop at the neighborhood’s Publix.

Car dependency and airport proximity

Central Punta Gorda is a car-dependent neighborhood in Southwest Florida, 9 miles south of Port Charlotte and 24 miles north of Fort Myers. The Punta Gorda Airport is 3 miles east of the neighborhood, and the nearest medical center, HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, is 6 miles north.

Ellen Daly
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Punta Gorda

6 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Central Punta Gorda US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,528
Number of Homes for Sale
84
Median Year Built
2001
Months of Supply
8.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,617
Below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,617
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,223
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
701
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 10
    11am - 2pm

    312 Mcgregor St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

    $350,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,044 Sq Ft
    • 312 Mcgregor St
    • New 8 days ago

    This charming cottage is nestled in the alluring Historic District of Punta Gorda, which offers the kind of walkable, coastal lifestyle that defines Southwest Florida living. Just a short stroll or bike ride takes you to downtown or Fishermans village, where you will discover great local restaurants, boutiques, vibrant farmers markets, and the scenic waterfront at Gilchrist Park. Here you can

    Jennifer Calenda CALENDA REAL ESTATE GROUP,INC.

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  • Saturday, Apr 25
    12am - 2pm

    521 W Olympia Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

    $450,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,250 Sq Ft
    • 521 W Olympia Ave

    Coastal Charm Meets Historic Soul: Your Punta Gorda Sanctuary awaits!Step into a lifestyle where "Old Florida" charm meets modern tranquility. Tucked away in the ICONIC Punta Gorda Historic District, this isn't just a home—it’s a front-row seat to the best of the Gulf Coast. Whether you're chasing world-class sunsets or a morning stroll to the harbor, this property offers a rare blend of

    Christopher Harmon KW PEACE RIVER PARTNERS

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  • Tuesday, Apr 21
    1am - 3pm

    405 W Charlotte Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

    $540,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,749 Sq Ft
    • 405 W Charlotte Ave

    UNBELIEVABLE $20K PRICE REDUCTION!!! Welcome to this exceptional home located on a peaceful street in beautiful downtown Punta Gorda. Only 4 blocks from Gilchrist Park and Charlotte Harbor, you will have easy access to all that downtown Punta Gorda has to offer including many shops, restaurants, boutiques and weekend farmer’s market! This gorgeous half-acre lot is surrounded by cocoa plum bushes

    Ruth Keiling R & R CONSULTING LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
25
Median Rent
$2,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,850
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,238
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,975
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,975
Median Condo Rent
$1,538
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,575

Demographics

Total Population
6,698
Median Age
51
Population under 18
19.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$40,815
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$58,293

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
29.8%
Advanced Degrees
8.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
46.9%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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