Don't miss this opportunity to own a residential lot in the growing community of South Punta Gorda Heights. This approximately 8,000-square-foot homesite is zoned RSF-5 and offers an excellent opportunity to build your Florida dream home or purchase as a long-term investment. Conveniently locatednear Burnt Store Road, I-75, downtown Punta Gorda, shopping, restaurants, golf courses, parks, boating, fishing, and Gulf Coast beaches. No HOA. Well and septic required. New construction continues to expand throughout the surrounding area, making this an attractive location for future growth.
South Punta Gorda Heights, located between US-41 (Tamiami Trail) and the Peace River, is a residential and semi-rural Punta Gorda neighborhood with canal-lined streets and wide-open skies. The neighborhood reads as low-slung Florida homes, roomy lots, and pockets of mangroves near the water. The character concentrates around the US-41 and Burnt Store Road junction, where marinas, bait-and-tackle counters, and local diners set a working-waterfront tone. Community pillars nearby include Fishermen’s Village, the Visual Arts Center, and the Military Heritage Museum. Days tend to orbit boating, fishing, and sunset walks along the Harborwalk. The geography keeps daily life oriented to the river, Charlotte Harbor, and the bridges into downtown.
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Property details
Exterior
Finance
Exterior features
Public maintained paved road access
Raw land
Lot approximately 8,000 sq ft (0.18 acres)
Property faces west
Zoned RSF5
Home design
Vacant land (no existing dwelling)
Construction
No existing construction listed
Utilities
Electricity available
Sewer not available
Well water
Financial info
Annual property tax listed (2025)
Electricity and solar
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Nestled between Charlotte Harbor Preserve Park and the Tamiami Trail the peaceful community of South Punta Gorda Heights is located conveniently close to I-75 just waiting for you to build your Florida home. Enjoy Punta Gorda's historical downtown with its shopping and restaurants and amazing views of Peace River. No deed restrictions and no scrub jays per Charlotte County website. New construction is everywhere you look and you can be part of the action! Information about local builders is available upon request. Also great for self directed IRAs, 401Ks and other investment portfolios.
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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 26 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Punta Gorda. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 26442 Scham Rd
$16,829
$2,071 under list price of $19K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $15K to $35K.