Let’s identify each of the things that will cost you monthly on a monthly or annual basis. They are: Lawn care: About $125 per month which includes weed wacking Pool: About $125 per month for a weekly visit four times per month. Chemical balance each visit and scrub pool twice in a … [Read more...]
Aquatic Life in Punta Gorda Isles and Burnt Store Isles Canals
Most people interested in buying a home in our area focus on how well the waterfront property fits their boating interests and of course, finding a house that matches with their boat needs. Sailboaters have lots of options in PGI and BSI as do all boaters. What many don’t realize is that the … [Read more...]
Boaters! How To Get Out Of The Punta Gorda Isles Canal System
I have been asked this hundreds of times and I must admit at first it is intimidating when looking at the myriad of canals in the Punta Gorda Isles (PGI) neighborhood. When I moved here 20 years ago we didn’t have a chart plotter and had to use old fashioned maps to find our way out. The canals do … [Read more...]
Sailboat – Powerboat Access To and From Punta Gorda Isles: Where Are The Exits?
When looking at the myriad of canals in Punta Gorda Isles (PGI) it can become confusing as to how you actually exit into Charlotte Harbor from your waterfront home. Many current maps show what appears to be canal exits that don't actually exist! See the Map Below that I created that shows exits … [Read more...]
Punta Gorda Isles: Fish and Sea Creatures in the Canals of Punta Gorda. Fishing and Crabbing and eating what you catch
Fish and Sea Creatures That Live In The Canal Systems of Punta Gorda Isles Many of my customers are sailors and cruisers. There are also quite a few that are fisherman as well. The one thing in common is that everyone likes to fish a little bit or when company is in town nothing is more fun … [Read more...]
Dispelling Myths About Punta Gorda Canal Systems and Waterways
Over the years I have had many people come to our area with concerns about the canal systems. Worries go from concerns about alligators to water depths to stagnant water. Below I will share with you the straight scoop on Punta Gorda canals. Punta Gorda Canals, in the City of Punta … [Read more...]
What Does The Power Boat Section Of Punta Gorda Isles Mean? Is It Less Valuable Than The Sailboat Section?
Punta Gorda Isles (PGI) is a community that consists of sailboat friendly waters meaning No Bridges to restrict mast height. Sailboat waters in the greater southwest Florida area has no reference to water depth however most neighborhoods in Punta Gorda have at least 6 feet of water depth in the … [Read more...]
Punta Gorda Isles Versus Burnt Store Isles- Which One Is Better?
The flagship neighborhoods of Punta Gorda are often thought to be Punta Gorda Isles (PGI) and Burnt Store Isles (BSI). Both of these neighborhoods offer waterfront homes and golf course homes but there are many differences. I often introduce both neighborhoods to my customers as they begin … [Read more...]
Part 1: Punta Gorda Waterfront Neighborhoods Deed Restrictions, Neighborhood Covenants and What I Should Know About Them When Buying A House
Anyone considering buying a house in Punta Gorda Isles and Burnt Store Isles should have an understanding of the deed restrictions. You can call it many names but locally we call it deed restrictions which is neighborhood covenants that define what you can and can’t do with your property. It is … [Read more...]
Sales Comparison Bird Section to Old Sailboat Section in PGI: Will Buckley’s Pass Increase Property Values?
Customers often ask me if I think that values of home and land in the Bird Section of Punta Gorda Isles will go up? Lot owners are hoping that the creation of Buckley’s Pass (see other Blogs that discuss this) will greatly increase their value and of course homeowners as well are hoping for the … [Read more...]
