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$539,999
21 Days On Site

5242 FORBES TERRACE
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
2,166
SqFt
$249
/SqFt
1987
Built
Subdivision:
PORT CHARLOTTE SEC 054
County:
Charlotte
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BOATERS, THIS IS THE ONE! Enjoy approximately 80 feet of seawall along the Forbes Waterway, plus a dock with 2 Davits with water connected. Launch from your own backyard and enjoy boating access to the Myakka River, Charlotte Harbor, and through Boca Grande Pass to the Gulf of Mexico. Spend your days fishing, cruising, exploring the waterways, or heading out for a waterfront adventure. YOUR SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WATERFRONT LIFESTYLE STARTS HERE! Beautifully maintained and meticulously cared for by only the second owner, this impressive pool home offers the perfect combination of boating, outdoor living, space, and comfort. Ideally located on a low-traffic cul-de-sac street. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the lush mature palm trees, meticulous landscaping, screened front porch, and the home’s beautifully kept, orderly, and well-cared-for presentation. Inside, the desirable split-bedroom floor plan features a large living room, spacious family room, formal dining room, breakfast nook, abundant closet space, and exceptional storage throughout. One of the home’s standout features is the incredible indoor-outdoor flow. Nearly every room offers direct access to the expansive lanai and pool area, with amazing views. The guest bathroom provides convenient direct pool access. Major updates and features include a NEW ROOF in 2023, water heater 2019, new garage door, an attached 14’ x 8' storage shed, plenty of room for guests, plus much more. Whether you’re searching for a full-time Florida residence, seasonal escape, or waterfront retreat, this beautifully cared-for home delivers the lifestyle buyers come to Southwest Florida to find: POOL, DOCK, BOATING ACCESS, and exceptional outdoor living all in one property. Best of all, there is NO mandatory HOA and NO CDD. Owners may choose to join the voluntary property owners association: Property Owners of Gulf Cove, Inc., which provides access to a private boat ramp and private park. Designed for comfortable everyday living while embracing the Florida lifestyle, this home offers waterfront living, privacy, outdoor space, and water access without mandatory association fees. A short distance from the new Myakka River Park, currently under construction and expected to have trails, recreational areas, and a natural kayak launch along the Myakka River. Minutes to pristine, sparkling sand and turquoise-water beaches: Boca Grande and Englewood. Located close to schools, restaurants, and shopping. Move in, unpack, and start living the life you've always dreamed of. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your own personal sanctuary. Enjoy true Florida living: hiking, biking, hunting, swimming, shelling, boating, fishing, bird watching, and beyond. Schedule a viewing today and let this dream home become your reality!

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Price 
$539,999
Days On Site 
21 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,166 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.23 Acres
Year Built 
1987
MLS Number 
C7531465
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$3,632
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
10 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
3 days agoPrice changed to $539,999
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
3 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.23
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
West
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
One
Parking 
Attached
Pets 
Yes
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security System Leased
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
3155
Utilities 
Cable AvailableCable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RSF3.5
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDryerElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorTrash CompactorWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
CarpetTile
Furnished 
Negotiable
Heating 
Electric
Interior 
Cathedral Ceiling(s)High CeilingsWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Window Features 
Skylight(s)Blinds
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 11x10
Living Room 
Dimensions - 20x15
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 15x17
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BlockStucco
Exterior 
LightingPrivate EntrancePrivate YardRain GuttersStorageDock
Lot Features 
LandscapedWaterfront
Patio And Porch 
CoveredEnclosedFront PorchPatioScreened
Pool Features 
GuniteIn GroundScreen EnclosurePrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Shingle
View 
CanalRiverWater
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Canal Front
Waterview 
CanalRiverWater
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)Blinds
Community Features
Association Amenities 
ParkPlayground
Community Features 
ParkPlaygroundStreet Lights
MLS Area 
33981 - Port Charlotte
Township 
40
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
Roads 
Paved
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