$399,900
2 Bed Pool Home for Sale in By The Sea Condo
5479 River Bay Drive, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
About this home
The quickest boating access to the Charlotte Harbor with over 150' of waterfront and seawall! Sailboat and large boat access through Buckley's Pass to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of America is a breeze from your 8,000 lb boat lift. The private pool overlooks a glorious view down the canal, unobstructed by the boat lift which is to the side of the lot. The pool deck has room for sun, and shade is provided under the covered lanai. From a few steps up, an enclosed porch adds to the living space. This home boasts a NEW ROOF in 2021, a 2-car garage, an open floor plan with spacious living room and dining room, a primary bedroom suite with walk-in closet, a guest bedroom with walk-in closet, a hall bath, and a laundry room with cabinets and access to the pool deck. Furniture and furnishings are included in the price. This tranquil community consists of one street that ends at a cul-de-sac. It's a hidden gem!
Property details
- Type
- ManufacturedHome
- Year built
- 2005
- Interior
- 1,352 sqft
- Lot size
- 9,147.6 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.21 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 27
- Total association fees
- $200/yr (~$17/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $5,599/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Shutters
- Exposure
- Northwest
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Charlotte
Total association fees sums the core association dues the MLS feed provides (HOA, condo/master association, and land lease), normalized to a yearly figure. These are separate from and additional to specialty charges, mandatory club or food-and-beverage minimums, special assessments, and rec-lease fees, which the IDX feed does not carry. Always confirm the full fee schedule with the HOA or listing agent.
Maintenance included in the fee
What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.
Amenities
We rate a home against recently SOLD homes within ~1 mile that match on size, beds/baths, and age. This home doesn't have enough close comparables in the last 12 months for a reliable read, ask Rick for a personalized CMA.
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Recently sold nearby
Closed comparable sales within ~1 mile in the last 12 months, similar price, size, beds/baths, and age.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 820 Santa Margerita Lane | Apr 2026 | $400,000 | 2/2 | 1,551 | $258 |
| Average | 1 comps | $400,000 | $258 |
Market trends, Punta Gorda
Median of closed MLS sales each month over the available window. Months with too few sales are omitted; the range extends automatically as more sales close.
Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.
Price & status history
Down $17,900 (4.5%) from the original list price.
| Apr 28, 2026 | Sold | $382,000 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Listed | $399,900 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Built 2005 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Shutters
- 2-car garage
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
Similar homes nearby
Listing information is provided in part by the Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service (MLS) through its Broker Reciprocity / Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program. Properties displayed may be listed by brokerages other than SWFL Relocation Team. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or this brokerage and should be independently verified. Fees, flood zones, taxes, square footage, and school assignments are estimates from the feed and must be confirmed. © 2026 SWFL Relocation Team. All rights reserved.