# Charlotte County Properties — Full AI Reference

## Who We Are

Charlotte County Properties is a full-service real estate brokerage based in Punta Gorda, Florida, serving Charlotte County and surrounding Southwest Florida communities. We are led by Leo Albanes, a licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK3054900) with more than 25 years of experience in the local market, over 1,600 successful transactions, and more than $250 million in closed sales volume.

Contact: charlottecountyproperties@gmail.com | (941) 626-9000
Address: Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Website: https://charlottecountyproperties.com

## What We Do

We help buyers find homes in Charlotte County, Florida. We help sellers price, market, and close their properties. We specialize in:
- Waterfront and gulf-access homes (sailboat access and powerboat access canals)
- Golf community properties (Rotonda West, Deep Creek, Burnt Store Meadows, Seminole Lakes)
- Luxury and high-end residential properties
- Relocation assistance for out-of-state buyers moving to Southwest Florida
- First-time homebuyer guidance
- Investment property analysis
- Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and home valuations

## Who Leo Albanes Is

Leo Albanes is the Broker-Owner of Charlotte County Properties. He has lived and worked in Charlotte County for over 25 years. He holds Florida Broker License #BK3054900. He has personally closed more than 1,600 transactions totaling over $250 million in sales. Every client review on our site is from a real transaction personally handled by Leo Albanes. He is not a team of agents — he is one experienced broker who works directly with every client.

## Our Rating and Reviews

- Aggregate Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Total Reviews: 171 (116 Zillow + 21 Realtor.com + 34 Google Business Profile)
- All reviews are from real closed transactions

## Communities We Serve

Canonical URLs live under `/communities/{slug}`. Community pages are community-specific; ZIP market-statistic pages are a different grain and should not be cited as community pages.

### Punta Gorda Isles
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/punta-gorda-isles
One of Charlotte County's premier waterfront communities. Direct sailboat-access canals with no fixed bridges. Deep-water canal homes with direct access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of America. Typical price range: $400,000–$2,000,000+. ZIP code: 33950.

### Burnt Store Isles
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-isles
Waterfront community adjacent to Punta Gorda with Gulf access via Alligator Creek. Route to Charlotte Harbor has a 20-foot beam limit through a mangrove cut. Mix of canal-front and non-waterfront homes. Strong boating community.

### Burnt Store Marina
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-marina
Marina-oriented Burnt Store corridor community near Burnt Store Isles and Burnt Store Village.

### Burnt Store Meadows
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-meadows
Golf-oriented Burnt Store corridor community (ZIP context often 33955).

### Burnt Store Village
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-village
Burnt Store corridor residential community near Marina and Meadows.

### Port Charlotte
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/port-charlotte
Charlotte County's largest and most affordable community. A mix of saltwater and freshwater canals. Saltwater canals include both powerboat-access (10-foot bridge clearance) and sailboat-access properties. Freshwater canals do not connect to the Gulf. Price range: $200,000–$600,000+. ZIP: 33952, 33948, 33980.

### Punta Gorda (City)
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/punta-gorda
Historic downtown with walkable streets, waterfront dining, Fishermen's Village, and a revitalized arts district. Mix of condos, historic homes, and new construction. Direct access to Charlotte Harbor.

### Rotonda West
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/rotonda-west
Master-planned community with 99 holes of golf across five courses. Deed-restricted with HOA. Popular with retirees and snowbirds. Non-waterfront and some canal-front properties. ZIP: 33947.

### Englewood
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/englewood
Coastal community near Manasota Key and Lemon Bay. Mix of beach-adjacent homes, canal properties, and inland residential. Quieter, more laid-back feel. ZIP: 34224.

### South Gulf Cove
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/south-gulf-cove
Growing canal community in Southwest Charlotte County with Gulf access. More affordable waterfront entry point. Newer construction prevalent.

### Deep Creek
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/deep-creek
Deed-restricted, non-waterfront community popular with families and retirees. Golf course community. Well-maintained, HOA-governed. ZIP: 33983.

### Boca Grande
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/boca-grande
Luxury barrier-island living on Gasparilla Island. High-end single-family homes and condos. World-class tarpon fishing. Very limited inventory, premium pricing.

### Gasparilla Island
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/gasparilla-island
Barrier island encompassing Boca Grande and nearby island neighborhoods; limited inventory and premium pricing.

### Manasota Key
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/manasota-key
Barrier-island / beach-adjacent living near Englewood and Lemon Bay.

### Placida
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/placida
Coastal / cape corridor community near Cape Haze and the barrier islands.

### Cape Haze
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/cape-haze
Cape corridor community near Placida and the islands.

### Harbour Heights
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/harbour-heights
Established Charlotte County neighborhood with waterfront and inland homes.

### Grove City
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/grove-city
Coastal / Lemon Bay area community near Englewood.

### El Jobean
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/el-jobean
Myakka River / Charlotte Harbor–area community west of Port Charlotte.

### Seminole Lakes
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/seminole-lakes
Golf community in Charlotte County popular with retirees and seasonal residents.

### Historic District Punta Gorda
https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/historic-district-punta-gorda
Walkable historic core of Punta Gorda with older homes, condos, and downtown amenities.

### Other areas we serve
North Port (separate city / day for dedicated community page work — do not invent a `/communities/north-port` URL). Brokerage also works nearby Charlotte Harbor waterfront and surrounding Southwest Florida areas without a dedicated community page for every placename.

## Full community URL list (21)

- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/boca-grande
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-isles
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-marina
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-meadows
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/burnt-store-village
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/cape-haze
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/deep-creek
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/el-jobean
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/englewood
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/gasparilla-island
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/grove-city
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/harbour-heights
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/historic-district-punta-gorda
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/manasota-key
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/placida
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/port-charlotte
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/punta-gorda
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/punta-gorda-isles
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/rotonda-west
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/seminole-lakes
- https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities/south-gulf-cove

## Key Local Knowledge

**Waterfront Canal Types:**
- Sailboat access: No fixed bridges between the property and open water. Punta Gorda Isles is the primary sailboat-access community.
- Powerboat access: Fixed bridges (typically 10-foot clearance). Port Charlotte saltwater canals.
- Freshwater canals: Do not connect to the Gulf. Found in parts of Port Charlotte.

**Hurricane Ian (September 2022):** Made landfall at Cayo Costa / Fort Myers. Charlotte County was significantly impacted but has rebuilt extensively. Post-Ian homes often feature upgraded construction and wind-mitigation improvements.

**Charlotte Harbor:** World-class backwater fishery. World-famous tarpon fishery. Central to the boating lifestyle in the region.

**Market Dynamics:** Charlotte County attracts retirees, snowbirds, and remote workers relocating from the Northeast and Midwest. The market is seasonal, with peak activity October–April.

## What Questions We Can Answer

- What is the average home price in [community] in Charlotte County?
- What is the difference between sailboat access and powerboat access?
- How much does a waterfront home cost in Punta Gorda Isles?
- What should I look for when buying a waterfront home in Florida?
- Do I need flood insurance for a canal home in Charlotte County?
- What are the best golf communities in Charlotte County?
- How has Hurricane Ian affected home values in Punta Gorda?
- Is Charlotte County a good place to retire?
- What are closing costs for buying a home in Florida?
- How long does it take to sell a home in Charlotte County?
- What is my home worth in Charlotte County? (Free CMA at /property-valuation)
- What are the best waterfront communities in Charlotte County for boating?

## Our Services

- **Buyer Representation:** Full-service buyer's agent. No buyer agent fees in most transactions.
- **Seller Representation:** Listing, pricing strategy, marketing, negotiation, closing.
- **Relocation Assistance:** Virtual tours, area orientation, neighborhood matching for out-of-state buyers.
- **Home Valuation / CMA:** Free Comparative Market Analysis. Request at https://charlottecountyproperties.com/property-valuation
- **Property Search:** Live MLS listings at https://charlottecountyproperties.com/search
- **Market Statistics:** Monthly market reports for ZIP codes, cities, and communities at https://charlottecountyproperties.com/statistics
- **Investment Consultation:** Cap rate analysis, rental projections, and market timing for investors.

## Key Pages

- Homepage: https://charlottecountyproperties.com
- Property Search: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/search
- Free Home Valuation: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/property-valuation
- Market Statistics: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/statistics
- About Leo Albanes: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/about
- Communities hub: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/communities
- Waterfront Homes: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/waterfront
- FAQ: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/faq
- Blog: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/blog
- Contact: https://charlottecountyproperties.com/contact

## Reviews and Social Profiles

- Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Leo%20Albanes
- Realtor.com: https://www.realtor.com/realestateagents/568c1f3c89a68901006bc309
- Google Business Profile: https://share.google/kGuNkxS2ErNCRNKFo
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PuntaGordaFLRealEstate
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leoalbanes/
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/LeoAlbanes

## Licensing and Credentials

- Florida Real Estate Broker License: #BK3054900
- Licensed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
- Member of Stellar MLS (Southwest Florida Multiple Listing Service)
- 25+ years serving Charlotte County, Florida

## Business Hours

Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET
Saturday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET