Port Charlotte ranks higher than 80% of other areas for a reason! With a population of about 60,000, Port Charlotte is a peaceful place to live with a range of housing options available - from humble 800 square-foot homes to spacious 2,500 square-foot families palaces. From villas to townhouses, single family homes, golf course communities, gated communities, condos, mobile homes, and everything in-between, Port Charlotte has it all.
The cost of living in Port Charlotte is about 8% lower than the rest of Florida, giving families and individuals the chance to save money and spend wisely on the city’s thousands of exclusive amenities. From historical explorations to inshore fishing, Zombie Scavenger games, adventure courses, golf courses, and so much more, Port Charlotte is no stranger to adventure.
Locals adore the city’s A+ weather rating, which averages 81ºF come summertime. While Port Charlotte is relatively small when compared to other large cities in Florida, it has almost any amenity you can think of - from high-end restaurants to grocery stores, hospitals, hotels, churches, medical facilities, libraries, great schools, a town center mall, and even spring training baseball.
Port Charlotte is renowned for its strong sense of community. When you choose to call Port Charlotte home, you’re spoiled for choice. Build your ‘nest’ on the canal with access to the Gulf of Mexico or Peace River, or tap into the pulse in the heart of the city. The Port Charlotte lifestyle is something that has to be experienced to be believed.
Conveniently located midway between Sarasota and Ft. Myers, Port Charlotte is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the country; most recently named one of the 25 Best Places to Retire by Forbes in 2015! Port Charlotte is less than 40 miles away from the Southwest Florida International Airport and less than 10 from the Punta Gorda Airport. One of Port Charlotte’s greatest features is: Water! With over 165 miles of waterways, access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico are readily available. The Peace and Myakka rivers both run through Port Charlotte, making canoeing and other water sports a part of every day life. And, many of Florida’s greatest beaches are nearby. Water activities aren't the only thing to do in Port Charlotte, though! Port Charlotte is also a golfer’s dream, with seven beautiful courses to enjoy. Hiking and exploring can be done at the Tippecanoe Environmental Park. During the spring months, the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team trains at the Charlotte Sports Park. Port Charlotte is ideal for those looking for houses for sale in a relaxing lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of Port Charlotte.
Port Charlotte is Approximately:
• 94 minutes to Tampa
• 50 minutes to Venice
• 57 minutes to Sarasota
• 41 minutes to Fort Myers
• 169 minutes to Miami
What are the Schools Like?
Port Charlotte is in the Charlotte County School District which covers Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Englewood, Rotonda West, Babcock Ranch and surrounding areas. It operates ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, and six specialty education centers.
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