Port Charlotte home for sale. Motivated Seller. Ready to make this house your home? Welcome to Gulf Cove, a vibrant and inviting riverfront community that offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity. This fantastic property includes THREE large lots, providing ample space for all your toys, boats, RV and room to grow. Two large stunning gates on each street entry. Come check this property out in Gulf Cove Boating Community. Home Highlights: THREE lots and The home itself features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, with many extras like a one-car garage, plus additional covered 2 car carport parking plus an RV or tandem carport that can accommodate up to 8 vehicles or a large RV, making it ideal for those who love to entertain or have extra vehicles. The property’s spacious layout opens endless possibilities—whether you envision a large workshop, extra storage, or a dedicated space for hobbies. The home, spanning 1160/1618 sq. ft. , (with room to grow the size of home) offers a cozy yet spacious living environment. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings and beautiful ceramic tile throughout, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen boasts solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and tall cabinets, while the bathrooms feature solid surface counters as well. The laundry area is conveniently located in the garage, and the porcelain tile floors continue into the lanai, which can be accessed through sliders—perfect for relaxing or entertaining in the Florida breeze. The huge outdoor space is truly exceptional, with plenty of room to entertain, build, or simply unwind. The driveway and lanai feature visually appealing porcelain tiles, enhancing the property’s overall aesthetic. Additionally, Gulf Cove's private boat ramp offers easy access to the Myakka River, and residents can take advantage of the voluntary HOA, which provides access to a private park, playgrounds, pavilions, riverfront seating, and more. This property is ideally located near restaurants, golfing, boating, pristine beaches, nature parks, and medical facilities. The home is also in close proximity to Charlotte Sport Park, Fisherman’s Village, fine dining, and shopping in historic Punta Gorda. For travel, you’re centrally located with easy access to Fort Myers, Naples, Orlando, and other major destinations via Southwest Florida airports. Take advantage of this amazing location, in the #1 best place to retire and among the best small towns in Florida. Schedule a showing today to explore everything this property has and make it yours!
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$287Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lori Ann Mertens• KW PEACE RIVER PARTNERS
Contact: 941-875-9060
Bought with Lori Ann Mertens• KW PEACE RIVER PARTNERS
SELLER FINANCING! TAKE ADVANTAGE of this great opportunity to invest in a piece of paradise in the WATERFRONT community of GULF COVE. This great community has its own private boat ramp & park on the beautiful "Wild & Scenic" Myakka River with access to Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf of Mexico. Centrally located just 10 miles from the pristine Gulf beaches of Englewood; in just minutes you can be catching snook from the El Jobean Fishing Pier, taking in a Tampa Rays spring training game, or enjoying fine dining in local restaurants. This parcel is nestled within a complete undeveloped block, with natural Florida vegetation of sable palms & pines. Select what to clear for a fantastic home site with delightful southwest exposure for the rear yard. Although located on the border of protected Myakka State Forest, it is NOT currently within a Scrub Jay area per the US Fish & Wildlife Service. One block in from the river will be a wonderful source of wildlife & beautiful sunsets. You'll fall in love with this area, and now is the time to purchase this super property to build your future dream home. Seller Financing Available! Close to BEAUTIFUL Englewood Beach and Boca Grande!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7048210
Jun 5, 2014
Sold
$4,800
$4/sq ft
May 28, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 7, 2013
Listed
$5,750
$5/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,585 (−15.3%)
$46,325 + $205,748
$252,073
2024
$5,411 (+18.0%)
$46,325 + $205,748
$252,073
2023
$4,585 (+21.0%)
2022
$3,789 (+11.5%)
$46,325 + $211,172
$257,497
2021
$3,398 (+1.7%)
$16,745 + $122,317
$139,062
2020
$3,341 (+24.0%)
$17,170 + $115,173
$132,343
2019
$2,696 (+22.0%)
$17,170 + $115,173
$132,343
2018
$2,210 (+547.6%)
$6,248 + $119,005
$125,253
2017
$341 (+0.4%)
$5,780
2016
$340 (+4.9%)
$5,780
2014
$324 (+2.5%)
2013
$316 (+2.9%)
2012
$307
Tax history for 2877 Howe Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,585 (−15.3%)
$46,325 + $205,748
$252,073
2024
$5,411 (+18.0%)
$46,325 + $205,748
$252,073
2023
$4,585 (+21.0%)
2022
$3,789 (+11.5%)
$46,325 + $211,172
$257,497
2021
$3,398 (+1.7%)
$16,745 + $122,317
$139,062
2020
$3,341 (+24.0%)
$17,170 + $115,173
$132,343
2019
$2,696 (+22.0%)
$17,170 + $115,173
$132,343
2018
$2,210 (+547.6%)
$6,248 + $119,005
$125,253
2017
$341 (+0.4%)
$5,780
2016
$340 (+4.9%)
$5,780
2014
$324 (+2.5%)
2013
$316 (+2.9%)
2012
$307
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
1,160
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charlotte County
APN
402118353015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
RSF3.5
Residential Single-Family District
The purpose and intent of these districts is to provide for single-family residential dwellings and other uses normally associated therewith. Among RSF-2, RSF-3.5 and RSF-5 districts, there are variations in requirements for lot area, width, and certain yards.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Communications tower
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Jan 23, 2024 • Final
Residential roofing
Remove and replace the full roof system on a residential building.
Roofing
Mar 27, 2023 • Final
Residential garage
Pour a concrete foundation with footers, a driveway apron with a culvert, and a patio. Erect a metal building on the site.
Grading
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 12x21
Parking Features: Boat, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Guest, Off Street, Open, Oversized, Parking Pad, RV Carport, RV Access/Parking, Tandem
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 8
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Garage
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 10
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, L Dining, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Tile
Building Elevator YN: 0
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Other, Patio, Rear Porch
Lot Features: Cleared, Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Irregular Lot, Oversized Lot, Paved
Lot Size Acres: 0.69
Lot Size Dimensions: 160x250x80x125x80x125
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 2787
Other Exemptions YN: 1
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 150.32
MFR_BuildingNameNumber: HOMES MADE POSSIBLE
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,584.84
Tax Year: 2023
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Additional Water Information: Gulf Cove Boater Community - Access through Private Gulf Cove Boat ramp for a yearly fee. To access the Myakka River to the Gulf of Mexico and Charlotte Harbor. The Home has a limited view access from yard and main bedroom on the front of the house.
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Total Annual Fees: $150
Total Monthly Fees: $12.50
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Negotiable
HOA Information
Has HOA
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: Optional
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Monthly HOA Amount: 6.25
Association Fee: $75
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Other
School Information
Elementary School: Myakka River Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: L.A. Ainger Middle
High School: Lemon Bay High
Location Information
Directions: Veterans Hwy/776/South McCall Road- to Entrance of Gulf Cove (Gillot Blvd/Stop Light). Go down Gillot Blvd all the way to end of Gillot Blvd. (There will be detour on the road, just follow detour then get back on Gillot Blvd. Then Gillot Blvd to end turn right on Vance Terrace. Then Left on Howe Road. House and lots are on the left side of road 2877 Howe Road.
Condo Information
Floor Number: 1
Community Information
Community Features: Park
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,160
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Charlotte County
APN: 402118353015
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 941-875-9060
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 109
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-08-08
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 275.86
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: North
Home Information
Living Area: 1160
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 107.77
Building Area Total: 1618
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Builder Name: Homes Made Possible
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Myakka River Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
5/10
L. A. Ainger Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.8mi
7/10
Lemon Bay High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 29 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Port Charlotte, FL • 33981
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 6.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
6.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$317,000 – $383,000
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