Last Sold Price
4 beds4,574 sqft$116/sqft
451 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Description

Historic home and carriage house located in the heart of punta gorda historic district with 3 front porches offering breathtaking views of charlotte harbor and gilchrist park. The main house is 2894 SQ. FT. and can be set up as a 3 bedroom, 3 bath. This 19th century home has been elegantly updated, blending old world charm with all the amenities and ease of 21st century living. First floor with hardwood floors throughout boasts: family room with fireplace, expansive living room, renovated kitchen...Historic home and carriage house located in the heart of punta gorda historic district with 3 front porches offering breathtaking views of charlotte harbor and gilchrist park. The main house is 2894 SQ. FT. and can be set up as a 3 bedroom, 3 bath. This 19th century home has been elegantly updated, blending old world charm with all the amenities and ease of 21st century living. First floor with hardwood floors throughout boasts: family room with fireplace, expansive living room, renovated kitchen offering cherry wood cabinets, granite counters, Frigidaire Professional Series Appliances and Center Island with Jen-Aire cook top grill and a grand dining room with tray ceiling, chandelier and gorgeous built-ins. Custom spiral staircase or Inclinator elevator lead to the 2nd floor with original heart of pine flooring and 2 bedroom suites both with private baths featuring Travertine floors, marble counters and maple cabinetry plus the master bath has Jacuzzi tub and Roman Shower. Brick walkways lead to the pool which is surrounded by brick pavers and a summer kitchen and to the carriage house with 2 separate one bedroom apartments generating a monthly income of $1650 for the new owner or can be converted to a garage. Don't miss this opportunity!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/29/2014 12:00 AM

Listing Agent

  1. Brian Helgemo

    Brian Helgemo

    Listing Agent

    FIVE STAR REALTY OF CHARLOTTE

    P: (941) 499-8146

Property Details for 451 West Retta Esplanade

Status
MLS #
C7055205
Days on Market
55
Taxes
$7,808 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
0.18 AC / 8,040 SF
Architectural Style
Historical, Victorian
Subdivision Name
PUNTA GORDA
Township
41
View
Water
Waterfront
No
Water View
Bay/Harbor - Full

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,250,000

Avg days on market

135

Sale-to-list ratio

85.2%

Punta Gorda, FL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of FIVE STAR REALTY OF CHARLOTTE, Brian Helgemo

Sold By KEY REALTY, JUDY COLEMAN

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Building Information for 451 West Retta Esplanade

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 8,040 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,355 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,704

Property Taxes

$651

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 451 West Retta Esplanade

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 5435.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: 41 TO WEST ON MARION TO RIGHT ON DURANCE. PROPERTY IS ON CORNER OF DURANCE AND W. RETTA ESPLANADE
  • Elementary School: Sallie Jones Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Punta Gorda Middle
  • High School: Charlotte High
  • Millage Rate: 17.70%
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Subdivision Num: PUG
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Punta Gorda
  • Street Number: 451
  • Street Direction Prefix: W
  • Street Name: RETTA ESPLANADE
  • State: FL
  • City: PUNTA GORDA
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: None
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 8
  • Tax Book Number: 4B01S
  • Tax Legal Description: PUNTA GORDA BLK 8 NE/LY 60 X 90 FT OF LT C & NE/ERLY 72 FT OF NW/LY 43.5 FT OF LT D SUB LTS 2 & 7 175/220 652/705 ORD1632/1368 1933/751 POA2313/2047 3673/1108 3688/1665 3728/101
  • Tax Lot: C
  • Tax Year: 2013
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Future Land Use: 0801
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, FloodZone, Historic District, City Lot, In County, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60.0 x 134.0
  • Parcel Number: 412201480005
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: NR-10
  • Living Area: 4574
  • Lot Dimensions: 60.0 x 134.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1910
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 22
  • Public Survey Section: 01
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Fire Hydrant, Street Lights
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Outdoor Kitchen
  • Pool Features: Heated, Indoor
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Formal Living Room Separate, Storage Rooms
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 12.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 0

Property History for 451 West Retta Esplanade

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 29, 2014

Sold

MFRMLS #C7055205

$532,000
Aug 25, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #434490472

$532,000

+1.1% / yr

Jun 25, 2014

Pending

MFRMLS #C7055205

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/29/2014

Sold

MFRMLS #C7055205

$532,000
08/25/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #434490472

$532,000

+1.1% / yr

06/25/2014

Pending

MFRMLS #C7055205

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 451 West Retta Esplanade

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$5,954 ($496 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,694 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,694 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,040 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910ZoningNR-10CountyCHARLOTTEAPN41-22-01-480-005Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 451 West Retta Esplanade

This home is within Charlotte.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sallie Jones Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Punta Gorda Middle School
Public6 to 8

Charlotte High School
Public9 to 12

Charlotte Harbor School
PublicPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 451 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
$532,000
4
4,574
8,040
$570,000
3
2,282
3,240
$878,000
3
2,261
10,500
3
3
2,795
13,350
4
3,072
11,075
$243,000
4,756

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Listing Courtesy of FIVE STAR REALTY OF CHARLOTTE, Brian Helgemo

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