$389,000

5234 Forbes Ter Port Charlotte, FL 33981

$4,619
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,560 sqft
0.2 acres
$249 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5234 Forbes Ter

If you love fishing, boating, kayaking or canoeing, this is the home for you. This beautiful and spacious open floor plan home with 2 bedrooms, and 2 baths, is located on a canal that is just moments away from the Myakka River and Charlotte Harbor. Go fishing off your own dock or just take in the tranquil and relaxing water view while in your own private lanai. New roof and windows installed in 2022. Inside you will find recently installed vinyl plank flooring. As you enter the home, the substantial living room welcomes you. There is a steady flow from the living room to the family room and through the sliding glass doors beyond to the screened in lanai. All with a beautiful waterfront view. This floor plan is perfect for large gatherings and dinner parties. The galley style, eat-in kitchen has tile floors. There is a nice view of the water as you step into the primary bedroom. It also has a walk-in closet. The primary bath, with step-in shower has been updated. Ceiling fans abound in this home. Beaches, golfing, fishing, shopping and restaurants, all nearby. There is a Voluntary Property Owners Association which owns and manages 2 waterfront recreational properties. The private waterfront park offers a playground, pavilion, picnic tables, seating along the scenic Myakka River, and large open grassy area for leisure activities. Members also have the exclusive opportunity to go fishing from the POGC park seawall for $75/year. Additionally, POGC offers property owners the use of a private, boat ramp with the purchase of an annual boat ramp decal for $75/year.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,560 sqft
Lot size0.23 Acres
Year built1977
MLS #D6141612
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontCanal
ViewWater

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Summary

  • MLS Number: D6141612
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: FLORIDIAN REALTY SERVICES, LLC
  • Office Phone: (941) 697-9400
  • Listing Agent: Madelene Waterhouse

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5234 Forbes Ter

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 15, 2013
Home Sold
$145,000
May 14, 2012
Home Sold
$158,500
Oct 06, 2009
Home Sold
$130,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$269,600$5,431
2022$275,176$5,076
2021$222,810$5,076
2020$215,905$4,654
2019$220,671$4,120
2018$227,578$4,120
2017$238,441$4,079

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Myakka River Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.3 mi

12650 Willmington Blvd

7

Vineland Elementary School

Public District PK-5

4.9 mi

467 Boundary Blvd

4

Meadow Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

6.2 mi

3131 Lake View Blvd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,392. Residents of Port Charlotte, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

30%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
51%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
29%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • ArbysArbys

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • RamRam
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Living in Port Charlotte, FL

About 5234 Forbes Ter

This home is located at 5234 Forbes Ter in Port Charlotte, FL and zip code 33981. This 1,560 square foot home, which was built in 1977, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $389,000.

Port Charlotte, FL housing market in March 2025 saw over 19 listings sold above listed price, more than 34 sold at listed price and over 218 sold below. In March 2025 in Port Charlotte, FL there were 7.6% more homes for sale than in February. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 96 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $318,830.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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