Punta Gorda is a city stacked with accolades from the national press and reputable independent organizations; making it the pride of Charlotte County and Southern Florida. It has become a great destination to retire to and its recent ranking by CNN Money as the “Best Place to Retire” just confirmed this.
A city known for its waterfront is a city that thrives in the outdoors. Boating activities are among the best in the nation. It has been ranked as “The Best Tarpon Fishing Location” by Sports Fishing Magazine and also among the “Top 10 Greatest Places to Sail” by Sail Magazine”. Don’t have a boat? Head over to Fisherman’s Village to book a boat and take the family out to sea or just shop at the waterfront boutiques or dine in one of the many restaurants in the vacation resort.
The natural wild is also part and parcel of Punta Gorda and this can’t be more appreciated than it has been at Babcock Ranch Wildlife Management Area. With more than 70,000 acres of forest and wetland, it is the perfect spot for hiking, biking, camping, bird watching and observing hundreds of species in their natural habitat. Great golf and tennis at St. Andrews South Golf Club add to the appeal of the nearby pristine beaches such as Port Charlotte Beach.
Although the city’s economy is very dynamic, the healthcare, retail and education industries seem to be dominant with Punta Gorda HMA Inc. and Charlotte County School District at the top of the food chain. All in all, residents enjoy a low cost of living and a generally declining unemployment rate.
Besides building a reputation as a retirement city, Punta Gorda is also nationally renowned for its waterfront real estate properties. Anyone who likes the idea of docking their boat in their own backyard will be pleased to know that Punta Gorda’s 56 miles of salt water canal is dotted with hundreds of homes and has been described as one of the most peacefully picturesque scenes in the state. If you prefer to have your solitude away from the water, the city has wonderful bungalows, condos and townhomes in safe communities ranging from the high 100s to the low 300s; thanks to builders such as; Maronda Homes and KB Home.
Money Magazine says that Punta Gorda is one of the “Best Places to live in the South”. Would you like to have a taste of this kind of living? Start by checking out new homes listings at NewHomeSource. Of the 2,051 homes available, prospective buyers are assured of finding something they like.
Market Overview: New Construction Homes in Punta Gorda, FL
Here is a quick overview of new housing developments in Punta Gorda and the new construction market for new build homes in Punta Gorda:
| City | Punta Gorda |
| State | Florida |
| Metro Area | Punta Gorda |
| Subdivisions | 147 |
| Move in Ready Homes | 650 |
| Homes Under Construction | 257 |
| Starting Price | $168,000 |
| Average Price | $430,898 |
| Price Per Square Foot | $197 |
| New Home Builders | 37 |
| Builders in Punta Gorda | - Babcock Ranch
- Lennar
- Toll Brothers
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Customizable Options in Punta Gorda
| Floor Plans Available | 723 |
| Bedroom Count | 1 to 6 |
| Bathroom Count | 2 to 5 |
| Square Footage Range | 1,120 to 5,620 sq/ft. |
