Homes for Sale in Port Charlotte, FL
I'm Leo Albanes, local broker since 2002 with Charlotte County Properties Inc. I've helped buyers here for over 20 years.
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How I help Port Charlotte buyers
I'm Leo Albanes, and I've been helping buyers in Port Charlotte since 2002. Some streets put you right out to the Gulf of America, and others sit on quiet blocks close to town. Tell me what you want in a home, and I'll send you the Port Charlotte homes that match.
Port Charlotte market snapshot
At the time of writing, from tax records, county records, and MLS data.
| Median list price | $325,250 |
|---|---|
| Median sold price | $285,000 |
| Active listings | 1,418 |
| Median days on market | 54 days |
| Market balance | Balanced Market (5.7 mos supply) |
Which Port Charlotte canals actually reach the harbor?
In Port Charlotte, the canal behind the house decides whether your boat can reach Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of America. I check the bridges and culverts for that exact street before you write an offer.
- Saltwater sailboat canals have no bridges between your dock, Charlotte Harbor, and the Gulf of America.
- Saltwater powerboat canals have 10-foot fixed bridges, including the bridges along Edgewater Drive. Measure your boat with the T-top, radar arch, and outriggers up, and check clearance for your boat before you buy.
- Freshwater canals end at an underground culvert under Tamiami Trail (US-41). Water passes through, and boats do not. There is no harbor or Gulf of America access by boat.
How do taxes and utilities work in Port Charlotte?
Port Charlotte is unincorporated Charlotte County, so there is no city property tax. Your tax bill still includes county, school, and MSBU assessments for streets, drainage, fire, sanitation, and waterways. Charlotte County Utilities serves some streets with central water and sewer, while other blocks use a well, a septic system, or both. I check the parcel details before you close.
Port Charlotte home questions
What is the bridge clearance on Port Charlotte powerboat canals?
Port Charlotte saltwater powerboat canals have 10-foot fixed bridges between the dock and Charlotte Harbor, including along Edgewater Drive, so always check clearance for your boat. Sailboat canals in Port Charlotte have no bridges. Contact me at (941) 336-6038 and I'll check the street for your boat.
Can you reach the Gulf of America from a Port Charlotte freshwater canal?
No. Port Charlotte freshwater canals end at an underground culvert under Tamiami Trail (US-41). Water flows through, but boats cannot, so those canals have no access to Charlotte Harbor or the Gulf of America.
Does Port Charlotte charge a city property tax?
No. Port Charlotte is unincorporated Charlotte County, so there is no city property tax. You still pay county, school, and MSBU assessments. I pull the current tax bill during the inspection period.
How do I get a list of Port Charlotte homes that match my boat or budget?
Contact me at (941) 336-6038 and I'll get back to you, or use the form on this page. Your first name and a phone number or email is all I need.