3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Punta Gorda
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For SaleMLS# 226030001

$419,999

3 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Punta Gorda

17968 SHADE TREE Loop, Punta Gorda, FL, 33982

3 beds2 baths1,816 sqft2 garage
GatedFitness CenterCommunity PoolWaterfront

About this home

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. This luxurious one-story Clifton floorplan boasts an inviting open concept design, seamlessly blending the great room, kitchen, and eating area for effortless everyday living and entertaining. The allure of a waterfront view with a charming lake fountain adds a touch of tranquility. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a 2-car garage, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Enjoy the added security and peace of mind with included impact windows. The upscale features continue with high-end cabinets featuring under cabinet lighting, upgraded faucets and hardware, a sleek single bowl kitchen sink, stainless steel appliances, and elegant quartz countertops throughout. The property also provides space for a potential future pool, adding to its allure. Located in the Palmetto Landing Community, residents can revel in the amenities including a stunning clubhouse (already open-available for private events) equipped with a resort-style beach entry pool w/ two lap lanes, splash pad, fitness center, game room w/a pool table, card tables, TV’s and a gated entry for added security. With easy access to shopping, restaurants, and all the attractions of Babcock Ranch, this home offers the perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

Property details

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Year built
2026
Interior
1,816 sqft
Lot size
6,098.4 sqft
Acreage
0.14 acres
Garage
2 car
Days on market
0
Total association fees
$4,752/yr (~$396/mo)
CDD
None
Est. taxes (1.4%)
$5,880/yr
Flood zone (area est.)
Not available
Storm protection
Impact Windows/Doors
Exposure
East
Waterfront
Yes
Gulf access
No
Gulf access type
N/A
Pool
No
Spa
No
Natural gas
Yes
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
New construction
No
Pets
Call, Conditional
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

InternetMaintenanceGroundsStreetLightsTrash

What the association dues cover, per the MLS. Confirm the full schedule with the HOA.

Amenities

BilliardRoomBilliardsFitnessCenterPool
Above marketThis home is priced above comparable recent sales.
This home
$231/sqft
Comp median
$201/sqft
Difference
+15%

Based on the $/sqft of 6 comparable homes sold nearby in the last 12 months. Indicative, not an appraisal.

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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.

AddressSoldSold priceBeds/BathsSq ft$/sqft
44634 PALM FROND DriveSep 2025$364,9994/21,828$200
17821 SHADE TREE LoopJun 2026$359,9994/21,828$197
17803 SHADE TREE LoopJul 2026$373,8754/21,828$205
44525 Palm Frond DriveMar 2026$428,5004/21,828$234
17785 SHADE TREE LoopDec 2025$364,9993/21,816$201
44508 Palm Frond DriveApr 2026$364,9994/21,846$198
Average6 comps$376,229$206

Market trends, Punta Gorda

Median list
$375,000
Median $/sqft
$212
Median sold (90d)
$350,000
Avg days on market
72
Active listings
418
Median sold price · Punta Gorda
$350,000last 3 months5.4% vs $370,000 prior 3 months
Median closed price by month · Punta Gorda
0.3% MoM6.4% YoY
$279k$340k$401kJul ’25Aug ’26
$351,000Aug ’26 · 30 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.

Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.

The good, the trade-offs & the location

Pros
  • Built 2026 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
  • Waterfront
  • Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
  • 2-car garage
Location convenienceLow
Hospital
12 mi
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
Beach
26.6 mi
Fort Myers Beach
Airport
15.9 mi
Page Field (Fort Myers)
Shopping
15.4 mi
Edison Mall (Fort Myers)

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

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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.