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$243,000
2 Days On Site

20278 BENTON AVENUE
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33952

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
2
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,185
SqFt
$205
/SqFt
1979
Built
Subdivision:
PORT CHARLOTTE SEC 018
County:
Charlotte
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CLASSIC FLORIDA CHARM, MODERN UPDATES, AND EXCEPTIONAL VALUE AT $243,000! Welcome to 20278 Benton Avenue, where timeless Florida character meets thoughtful improvements in this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,185 square feet of comfortable living space and an oversized garage 31 feet deep. Whether you’re searching for your first home, a seasonal Florida escape, or a comfortable full-time residence, this well-maintained property offers plenty to appreciate! Step inside and discover a bright, open floor plan highlighted by beautiful real oak hardwood flooring installed in 2025, fresh interior paint, updated ceiling fans, and attractive window treatments. The spacious living and dining areas flow naturally into the kitchen, creating a comfortable setting for entertaining or simply enjoying everyday life. A convenient breakfast bar provides additional seating, while a brand new refrigerator, updated water filtration system, and charming kitchen pass-through window add both function and character. The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and private bathroom with a walk-in shower, while the second bedroom and full guest bathroom offer comfortable accommodations for family or visitors. Throughout the home, you’ll find a welcoming combination of original character and practical modern improvements. FLORIDA LIVING CONTINUES OUTDOORS! Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day on the covered, screened lanai, complete with attractive epoxy-coated flooring. The kitchen pass-through window makes outdoor dining and entertaining especially convenient. Step outside to a separate concrete patio that’s perfect for weekend grilling, surrounded by established palms and mature landscaping. A backyard storage shed, surrounding rain gutters, and included patio furniture add even more convenience. IMPORTANT UPGRADES ALREADY COMPLETED! Along with the 2025 oak hardwood flooring, this home features a 2020 Rheem air-conditioning system, 2022 electrical panel, new roof in 2021, a newer water heater, updated laundry appliances, and hurricane protection that includes electric and manual shutters along with a hurricane-rated garage door. The oversized garage with workbench offers valuable additional space for storage, tools, and hobbies. Extra hardwood flooring materials will also remain with the home. Located in Port Charlotte Section 18 with no HOA fees, this property offers convenient access to shopping, restaurants, golf courses, boating, Charlotte Harbor, Sunseeker Resort, and the historic waterfront district of downtown Punta Gorda. CHARACTER, COMFORT, AND VALUE ALL IN ONE! With its open layout, significant improvements, inviting outdoor spaces, and attractive $243,000 asking price, 20278 Benton Avenue is ready to welcome its next owner. Schedule your private showing and discover the possibilities of making this charming Florida home your own!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$243,000
Days On Site 
2 Days
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,185 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.23 Acres
Year Built 
1979
MLS Number 
C7532349
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$2,670.65
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
8 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
yesterdayStatus changed to Active
3 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.23
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
South
Foundation 
Slab
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerOversizedAttached
Pets 
Cats OKDogs OK
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Septic Tank
SqFt Total 
1880
Style 
FloridaMid-Century ModernRanch
Utilities 
Electricity ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RSF3.5
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDryerRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
Wood
Furnished 
Partially
Heating 
Central
Laundry Features 
In Garage
Window Features 
Shutters
Balcony/Porch/Lanai 
Dimensions - 22x9Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 10x13Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 9x9Level - First
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 10x9Level - First
Living Room 
Dimensions - 20x19Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14x11Level - First
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BlockStucco
Exterior 
Rain Gutters
Lot Features 
ClearedPaved
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
CoveredFront PorchPatioRear PorchScreened
Roof 
Shingle
Windows/Doors 
Shutters
Community Features
MLS Area 
33952 - Port Charlotte
Township 
40S
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalVA Loan
Roads 
Paved
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Neil Armstrong Elementary
Middle School
Murdock Middle
High School
Port Charlotte High
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Last checked: 2026-11-02 02:43 PM EST

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