3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Lake Babcock
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For RentMLS# 2026036482

$2,600

3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Lake Babcock

16369 Palmetto Street, Punta Gorda, FL, 33982

3 beds2 baths1,685 sqft2 garage
GatedPickleballTennisBocceBoatingClubhouseDog ParkBasketballCommunity PoolOn-site DiningWaterfront

About this home

For rent in Lake Babcock! Enjoy one of Babcock Ranch’s most established and centrally located neighborhoods, surrounded by mature landscaping and away from the constant new construction. This beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Meritage home sits on a peaceful pond with a fully fenced, west facing backyard offering gorgeous sunset views. Inside features a bright open floor plan, luxury vinyl plank flooring in living areas and carpet in bedrooms, impact windows and doors, faux wood blinds, stainless steel appliances, and washer and dryer. Relax on the screened lanai overlooking the water while enjoying a location that puts you close to Founders Square, parks, pools, trails, restaurants, shopping, and everything that makes the Babcock Ranch lifestyle so desirable. Lake Babcock rentals in established locations like this don’t come available often! Rent includes Internet, Trash, Exterior pest control and Lawn care.

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
2020
Interior
1,685 sqft
Lot size
6,969.6 sqft
Acreage
0.16 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
0
Total association fees
None
CDD
Yes
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$36/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Not available
Storm protection
None listed
Exposure
West
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
No
Gulf access type
N/A
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
No
Water
Public
Sewer
Private Sewer
New construction
No
Pets
Yes
County
Charlotte

Amenities

BasketballCourtBocceCourtClubhouseDogParkPierPickleballParkPoolRestaurantBoatSlipSidewalksTennisCourtsTrails

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Market trends, Punta Gorda

Median list
$379,700
Median $/sqft
$212
Median sold (90d)
$350,000
Avg days on market
72
Active listings
410
Median sold price · Punta Gorda
$350,000last 3 months1.4% vs $355,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Punta Gorda
0% MoM6.7% YoY
$279k$340k$401kJul ’25Aug ’26
$349,990Aug ’26 · 49 sales

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.

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The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Built 2020 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
  • Waterfront
  • 2-car garage
Location convenienceLow
Hospital
13.5 mi
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
Beach
27 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
16.3 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
15.7 mi
Edison Mall (Fort Myers)

Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.

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