$254,950
About this home
Welcome to your waterfront retreat in the heart of Punta Gorda! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and Florida living. Situated on a picturesque canal with both freshwater and saltwater access, this property is ideal for boating enthusiasts or anyone who dreams of peaceful mornings by the water. Step inside to find a bright and open layout featuring modern finishes, stone countertops, ceiling fans, and stylish tile flooring throughout. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while the spacious living area invites you to relax and enjoy tranquil views of the canal. Outside, your private pool awaits—perfect for lounging or entertaining under the Florida sun. The oversized driveway and RV parking offer plenty of space for guests and outdoor toys, and the beautifully maintained yard enhances the home’s inviting curb appeal. Located in the desirable Bay Shores community, you’ll enjoy convenient access to downtown Punta Gorda’s shops, dining, and waterfront parks—all while coming home to your own peaceful slice of paradise. Don’t miss the chance to make this lovely waterfront home yours. Experience the best of coastal living at 312 Darst Avenue today!
Highlights
Property details
- MLS #
- MFRC7517074
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- BLK DBAYSHORES
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 272
- On market date
- November 5, 2025
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 0.22 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 683
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.3:1
- District
- CHARLOTTE
- Enrollment
- 1,228
- Student:teacher ratio
- 21.5:1
- District
- CHARLOTTE
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student:teacher ratio
- 33.9:1
- District
- CHARLOTTE
Walkability
Blended score for PUNTA GORDA's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in PUNTA GORDA, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 17, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.