Waterfront Living at Its Finest in Gulf Cove Welcome to this captivating waterfront retreat nestled on a quiet, desirable street in the sought-after Gulf Cove community of Port Charlotte. Perfectly positioned on a scenic canal with direct access to the Myakka River and onward to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico, this home delivers the Florida lifestyle buyers dream of—complete with a private boat dock and boat lift for effortless days on the water. Inside, the bright and airy 1,352 square feet of living space offers three well-appointed bedrooms and two bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for comfort, functionality, and easy living. Hurricane-impact windows and doors throughout provide peace of mind, energy efficiency, and potential insurance savings, while expansive glass fills the home with natural light and tranquil canal views. The sliding glass door on the lanai is protected by a dedicated hurricane covering, ensuring full storm readiness. Step outside to your private outdoor oasis, where a sparkling pool overlooks the peaceful canal—perfect for entertaining, unwinding, or enjoying sunset swims after a day of boating. With approximately 1,800 total square feet, the home offers seamless indoor-outdoor living designed for the Florida lifestyle. Ideal for a first-time buyer, savvy investor, or growing family, this property can be sold nearly turnkey, allowing for immediate enjoyment or income potential with minimal setup. Serene, secure, and truly boater-friendly, this is a rare opportunity to own a slice of Florida paradise where lifestyle, location, and long-term value come together beautifully.
Sold for $375,000
$375,000
5251 EARLY TERRACE, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL 33981
3beds
1,352sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
9,999 Square Feet Lot
$403,500 Zestimate®
$277/sqft
$2,368 Estimated rent
Home value
$403,500
$367,000 - $440,000
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Three well-appointed bedroomsTwo bathroomsWaterfront retreatQuiet desirable street
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Listed by:
Brenda Amboyan 941-391-2837,
EHM REAL ESTATE GROUP 941-391-2837
Bought with:
Thien Nguyen, 3614351
VETERANS REALTY INC.
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: C7519841
Originating MLS: Port Charlotte
Originating MLS: Port Charlotte
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Shutters, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,352 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Waterfront features: Brackish Water, Canal - Brackish, Canal Front, Brackish Water Access, Brackish Canal Access, Davits, Lift, Riprap
- Frontage length: Canal: 80
Lot
- Size: 9,999 Square Feet
- Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, Landscaped
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 402133181009
- Zoning: RSF3.5
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: PORT CHARLOTTE SEC 054
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Pt Charlotte
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $277/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $382,481
- Annual tax amount: $2,859
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $375,000+0%$277/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #C7519841 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Pending sale | $374,900$277/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #C7519841 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $374,900$277/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #C7519841 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,860 +3% | $178,210 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $2,776 +1.7% | $173,188 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,730 +4.5% | $168,144 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,611 +0.6% | $163,247 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,596 +7.2% | $158,492 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,422 +4.2% | $156,304 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,326 +9.2% | $152,790 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,129 +45.6% | $149,941 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $1,463 +1.2% | $146,857 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,445 -1.2% | $143,836 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,463 -17.4% | $142,836 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,770 -5.8% | $141,702 -1.6% |
| 2013 | $1,879 +4.3% | $143,979 -4.3% |
| 2012 | $1,803 -4.9% | $150,444 |
| 2011 | $1,895 -15.2% | $150,444 -10.3% |
| 2010 | $2,236 +11% | $167,791 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $2,014 | $163,380 +0.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $162,942 |
| 2006 | -- | $162,942 +6.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $153,588 +1.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $150,724 |
| 2003 | -- | $150,724 -1.4% |
| 2002 | $2,392 +372.2% | $152,860 +619.2% |
| 2001 | $507 | $21,254 |
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Neighborhood: 33981
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Myakka River Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10L. A. Ainger Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 5/10Lemon Bay High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.4 mi
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- Florida
- Charlotte County
- Port Charlotte
- 33981
- 5251 EARLY TERRACE
