Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Punta Gorda
Listing Price: $579,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)
Description of Property
Along the tranquil banks of Shell Creek sits a piece of classic Old Florida charm. This historic 1940 Florida Cracker–style home offers 200 feet of waterfront and sweeping, unobstructed views across protected wetlands that ensure your peaceful natural scenery will remain untouched. From here, the waterway flows into the Peace River and onward to Charlotte Harbor, offering navigable access to the Gulf for boating, fishing, and exploring Southwest Florida’s waterways. Inside, the home reflects the craftsmanship of another era, with hardwood floors and walls and original rooms finished in beautiful magnolia wood paneling and ceilings. The house does need some exterior attention, but the charm and authenticity are undeniable. With a little care and vision, it could be restored into a beautiful showcase of classic Florida character or comfortably enjoyed while you plan future improvements. The property itself offers exceptional flexibility and potential. Sitting on almost .89 acres, there is room to create additional cabins along the waterfront or potentially split the property, making it ideal for a private compound, guest cottages, or vacation rental opportunities such as VRBO. With no HOA, you have the freedom to live here full time, enjoy it seasonally, or shape the property into a peaceful waterfront retreat. A separate shed provides ample room for storage, perfect for tools, outdoor equipment, or boating and fishing gear. The grounds reflect the beauty of natural Florida, shaded by mature oak trees and graceful palms, with distinctive touches such as a bullhorn acacia, orchid tree, and sea grape adding character to the landscape. Fragrant night-blooming jasmine and mock jasmine hedges fill the air in the evenings, while crepe myrtle and bird of paradise bring color throughout the seasons. Vines like bleeding heart and passion fruit weave through the garden, creating a lush, relaxed property. It is the kind of setting where mornings begin with birds over the creek, afternoons drift by with a breeze off the water, and evenings bring quiet sunsets over the wetlands. If you appreciate nature, peace, and the slower rhythm of waterfront life, this property offers a rare opportunity. With its historic charm, remarkable views, and room to create something special, this is a place where old Florida still lives and the possibilities are as open as the water beyond your backyard.







































Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,531
Garage: Yes1 vehicles
Carport: No
Parking Features: Open
Water Frontage: Creek
Water Features: Seawall - Concrete
Water Access: River
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Punta Gorda
County: Charlotte
Subdivision: Riverside Park
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,531
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 1,989
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $291
Year built: 1940
Annual Tax: $2,471
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Appliances: Washer
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Window Features: Drapes
Additional Rooms: Storage Rooms
Flooring: Hardwood
Schools
Elementary School: East Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Punta Gorda Middle
High School: Charlotte High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Creek
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: River
Water Name: SHELL CREEEK
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Historical
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Stilt/On Piling
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features: Storage
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Open
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Other
Heating & Fuel: Wall Units / Window Unit
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Other Structures: Shed(s)
View: Water
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Lot Information
Lot Features: Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 0.89
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 38,750 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 225 x 155 x 200 x 155
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: West
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash
Parcel Number: 402325178005
Zoning: RSF5
Tax Legal Desc.: RIP 000 000G 0087 RIVERSIDE PARK BLK G LTS 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 275/521 517/211 554/1891 763/30 UNREC DC-FOJ 5055/1097
Section: 25
Range: 23E
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