$419,900
4 Bed Waterfront Home for Sale in Punta Gorda, FL, $419,900
17930 Saddle Road, Punta Gorda, FL, 33982
About this home
Welcome to 17930 Saddle Road in the highly sought-after Crescent Grove neighborhood of Babcock Ranch — America’s first solar-powered town. Built in 2023, this beautifully upgraded Meritage Homes Ibis model offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and over 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space combining modern luxury, comfort, and energy efficiency. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the curb appeal and extensive upgrades that set this home apart from new construction. Inside, the open-concept floor plan showcases designer finishes throughout, including upgraded glass appliances, custom backsplash, upgraded faucets, pot filler, crown molding, dimmer lighting throughout the home, and elegant white ceilings that elevate the overall aesthetic. The spacious chef’s kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living and dining areas, creating the perfect setting for entertaining and everyday living. The primary suite is a true retreat featuring custom closets, dual shower heads, frameless glass shower enclosure, comfort-height toilets, and blackout rolling shades for added privacy and comfort. Additional premium upgrades include plantation shutters throughout, upgraded washer and dryer, epoxy-coated garage floor, overhead garage storage, tinted lanai-side windows and sliders for enhanced energy efficiency, and a fully screened extended lanai with a sloped roof design providing additional shade and outdoor enjoyment year-round. The fenced backyard with privacy landscaping creates a peaceful outdoor oasis rarely found in comparable homes. Located within Babcock Ranch, residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities including pools, fitness centers, parks, walking and biking trails, pickleball, tennis, dining, shopping, community events, and a vibrant lifestyle centered around sustainability and wellness. Conveniently located near Punta Gorda, Fort Myers, and Southwest Florida’s beautiful Gulf beaches. Why wait for new construction? when this fully upgraded, move-in-ready home already includes the high-end finishes today’s buyers truly want! This home is what paradise is all about!!!
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 2023
- Interior
- 2,170 sqft
- Lot size
- Not specified
- Acreage
- Not specified
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 28
- Total association fees
- $3,685/yr (~$307/mo)
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $5,879/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Shutters
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- No
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Assessment Paid
- Sewer
- Assessment Paid
- 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
Based on the $/sqft of 14 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.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17811 Palmetto Pass Lane | Jan 2026 | $385,000 | 4/3 | 2,032 | $189 |
| 17556 Winding Wood Lane | Aug 2025 | $460,000 | 4/2 | 2,226 | $207 |
| 17541 Corkwood Bend Trail | Dec 2025 | $380,000 | 4/3 | 2,032 | $187 |
| 43224 Whitetail Path | Jul 2026 | $464,000 | 4/2 | 2,244 | $207 |
| 43249 Treadway Drive | May 2026 | $460,000 | 3/3 | 2,027 | $227 |
| 17731 SHADE TREE Loop | Oct 2025 | $365,000 | 5/3 | 2,077 | $176 |
| Average | 6 comps | $419,000 | $199 |
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
Up $9,100 (2.2%) from the original list price.
| Jul 30, 2026 | Sold | $429,000 |
| May 21, 2026 | Listed | $419,900 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Built 2023 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
- Waterfront
- Storm protection: Shutters
- 2-car garage
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities — approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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