Punta Gorda - Florida Manufactured Homes for sale - 55+ communities in Florida

[@slindsay4784]

These videos are so helpful! I will be 50 in May, but just accepted an offer on my condo outside Chicago. I am single and really considering one of these great communities if they'll have me. I like the peace and quiet. My only child MAY attend school in FL so it would be nice to be there if she decides to do so, but either way I have been set on FL since I was a child :). Time to make it happen! This is just the resource I need. Thanks Russ!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Glad to help. An educated buyer will be a happy owner!

[@shuddle82]

So did you have to evacuate for IAN?

[@jimmclaughlin5930]

Surprised you didnt have Eagle point park as well.

[@maryrobertson9077]

My husbamd and I managed and built Pelican Harbor , Punta Gorda. In 1974 - 1976. I was only 19. Punta Gorda was quite different way back in 1974. In 1976, we decided to travel in our van , landed in Colorado.

[@curtismarean6963]

I lived in north ft Myers for a few years, the mid coast on the gulf side is a wonderful place to live. Punta Gorda is a lovely little city.

[@lenisselippert1639]

We love Punta Gorda. We just got back from a short vacation there. Thank you for the information.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Seer645]

The closeness of the Airport in Punta Gorda and even the Ft Myers airport is a plus. However my wife and I are avid bikers and there were not biking trails when my wife and I wintered in Port Charlotte about 3-4 miles from Punta Gorda.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I saw a nice trail in Martin County today. It will be in my next video.

[@Seer645]

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Thanks I will check it out. The trail I have used the most is the Pinellas Bike trail which they are expanding to go around the Bay and on the North end they are tying into a new east-west trail: "The Florida Coast-to-Coast Trail (C2C) was conceived as an ambitious effort to create a continuous paved multi-use trail across the state of Florida from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean, the first state trail of its kind in the United States. It will span approximately 250 miles and is currently more than 80 percent complete. The trail will link communities between St. Petersburg and Titusville along its entire length, allowing residents and visitors to explore Central Florida by bicycle or foot. This corridor includes most of the the 51-mile East Central Regional Rail Trail, the longest single rail-trail corridor ever acquired by the Office of Greenways and Trails."

[@Bradlovestravel]

Punta Gorda looks great! Pricing seems very reasonable.

[@janetduncan87]

The only thing that concerns me is Hurricanes. I may sound paranoid, but it's a lot to lose if one should arise. In KS, we have shelters in most parks.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

The conundrum with that worry is how so many manufactured and mobile homes (including ALL of these) are still there and in great shape after 30 - 50 years' worth of hurricanes in Florida. In fact, there are hundreds of thousands of 1990 and earlier that somehow survived.......And, while I have certainly seen headline grabbing photos of mobile homes destroyed by hurricanes every few years, I see demolished cars and fatalities on the highways almost daily ... Hmmmmm Also some locations are less prone than others. Being just a little inland makes a big difference, too. See my video on choosing a location: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXyXc6SMetijhdk

[@DLSWV]

I always liked Punta Gorda. Thanks the videos. 👍😉

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

You are welcome!

[@johngass1441]

Thank you for the Punta Gorda video. Also nice airport.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Yes, but the Class D limited or Zero UAS altitude limitations cover a lot of parks. I tried for LAANC exceptions but didn't allow enough time for approval. Will plan better next time :-)

[@matthewz2065]

a big blessings!

[@davidleigh443]

I lived in Fort Myers from 2004-2013. I only drove through Punta gorda briefly, but I always thought it looked like a nice area. And, of course, when in doubt Punta...Gorda.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

LOL 😆

[@sanae418]

Interesting Punta Gorda!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tgrigg11]

We like your channel and have just moved from the midwest and purchased a mfg home. May I suggest a topic for a future episode ... Insuring a Manufactured Home in Florida. We are finding this to be a very different experience from a typical home. Thanks.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Great suggestion! I'll add it to the list. Where did you buy your home?

[@barbaraschuldenfrei3583]

Punta Gorda -- Thanks!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Glad I can help!

[@eringcpa5803]

I live in Buttonwood Village and your video just missed by unit on your drive by. Great video Russ👍

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Cool, thanks ! Seems like a real nice place to live. Only trouble I would have is my restaurant bills. There's a lot of great ones in that area.

[@frankbayer3787]

Another nice video Thank you

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sherrypurdy9105]

You all should be careful buying a manufactured home on the coast. I lived in Ft. Myers during Hurricane Charlie and it was real bad on those kind of homes. I now live just north of Deland in Volusia county and we still get our share of hurricanes but living inland we don't get the real beating as the coast.

[@geraldsmith5099]

Not “Puuunta” Gorda Just Punta Gorda

[@edgawron7999]

punta gorda seems like a nice area , still debating on east coast or west coast of florida

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I just finished filming in N. Fort Meyers for our next video. I think the East Coast between Ormand Beach amd Jupiter is really the hidden gem in FL. But that's just my opinion. There will be an opportunity this fall that will include a group area where folks who want to invest and plan more for their future in Florida can discuss this sort of thing. It will be interesting to hear what others think!

[@orion3706]

Thank you for posting! Your videos are always informative, entertaining, and very well put together! Could you please profile Cypress Lakes in Lakeland, owned by Blair Group Communities? My wife and I are planning on moving there when we retire.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Funny you should mention that park. I have a friend that lives there. A full review is scheduled in November when he returns.

[@orion3706]

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Excellent! Thank you!

[@algajarsky7048]

Punta Gorta needs a Aldi and a Costco according to my wife. I like PG myself and would consider moving there.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

There is an Aldi, ALDI Punta Gorda 26279 Jones Loop Road. Nearest Costco is Ft Myers. 40 miles, 42 minutes away - Sorry Mrs. Gajarsky 😭

[@Nick-kc9mz]

Sir, I enjoy your videos. How do I get directly to the recent ones? Thank you!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Just go to the channel. Top row list are the latest www.youtube.com/@RussellWatsonFMHL

[@Nick-kc9mz]

Thank you!

[@kristenschnese698]

Pints Gorda was in HGTV buttonwood village in particular

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I didn't know that...Cool!

[@larry8571]

I really enjoyed your videos and was wondering if you knew of any seasonal rentals and if so what is the rental rates per month? Thanks.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I think a few of the larger players are exploring rentals. ELS comes to mind. Most rentals in these communities are folks not here for a season or a partial season. I would go through the real estate brokers listed on my website along with the online listing services such as MH Village.

[@richardgandia5700]

I am a newly divorced man who owns a house in Fort Lauderdale. The home is going on the market based on the divorce. So that leads me to finding a 55+ community and a home which is nice as well as affordable to by and finish out my retirement. Prefer new can you advise or help. I watch your videos reviews but many things I don’t understand

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I do not offer personal consultation; preferring to reserve the time I have available for producing educational materials. With over 18,000 subscribers, I would be quickly overwhelmed if I tried. If you have a specific question related to a video, just put it in the chat so all can benefit from the answer. If you are looking for general guidance on choosing a community, may I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option. amzn.to/3c3UMPJ To download community lists, join my Inner Circle (free) The website offers this and many more resources for finding, purchasing, and maintaining the right home for you: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

[@rogersapienza8475]

👍👍 Thanks Russ !

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

You bet

[@carolwiechman4096]

Thank you so much for video!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

You are welcome!

[@karenmoor3767]

Thank you for the great video! We just purchased our home just south of Punta Gorda in North Fort Myers. There are a lot of 55+ communities there. We will be in Forest Park which is a resident owned community. We have 2 dogs so looking for a community that allowed 2 dogs narrowed our field. Looking forward to living the Florida MH life!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Sounds like Forest Park might be one to look at! Stay tuned as over the winter we will be adding more video content for those that own manufactured homes in Florida. we already offer quite a bit ou the website - check it out!

[@debbiedavis6988]

My husband and I are planning on moving to a manufactured home community in North Ft Myers. Can you do a video on these? Thank you!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I can add it to the list. What kind of Community? resident owned or Land Lease?

[@blaster-zy7xx]

May I strongly suggest that you do not purchase into a lot lease deal. You cannot control your lot lease prices over time. You should look into owning or community owned leases only. Look at Maple leaf for the amenities just across the river.

[@suespony]

Lot rents seem high to me

[@mariahmacapagal9953]

Please give more information Punta Gorda

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

It's on the website under Inner Circle www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

[@scotts1356]

Hi Russ, do you have a list of parks where you can buy the land? I'm thinking that that's the best way for me to buy!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I do not have a statewide list. There are several options there. Have you watched the video on ROCs? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2HIdHaQn92sgJI There are several parks like that in Punta Gorda. They are in the list you can request by joining The Inner Circle.

[@scotts1356]

@@RussellWatsonFMHL Ok. Thank you very much. I appreciate the quick response.

[@ianking388]

What are the restrictions for renting after you have purchased a single wide unit…55 plus park

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

This varies widely from park to park and these restrictions are found in ROCs as well. If renting out your home is part of your stratagy than one of the items on your park checklist will be to determine their policy. If a park offers any deviation from what's in the prospectus, covenants, shareholder agreements, etc. be sure to get them in writing. Even the there's no guarantee down the road that they will be valid.

[@chedubare55]

Hi Ross, same as this video you can make one of St. Petersburg area near the beach. I'm considering move over there but I don't know if is better to buy or rent. thank you

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

There are quite a few areas that I need to cover across the state, and that is certainly one of them.

[@sandraswarts9186]

Hi Russ - Do you have information on manufactured parks in the area of Ocala or St. Augustine, Gainesville, or Crystal River? I'm considering moving to FL, but don't want to be in southern FL.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

The statewide list for land-lease communities can be downloaded from the website. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources Also you can join the Inner Circle (free) and request CoOp lists for a specific county.

[@tammyscoberly4240]

Do you have a Lakeland ,FL one,please?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Here's the channel. The Lakeland video is there: kzbin.info

[@tammyscoberly4240]

Thank you!

[@ronseguin7289]

That area was levelled by a hurricane in 2004 and we lost everything at the time.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Yes, many of the homes in that area were replaced after that storm and the one in 2005. A study done by Florida International University concluded that post 1994 Manufactured homes actually fared as well or better than site built in the area. Hurricanes are a natural hazard in Florida as are blizzards in the North and tornados in the Midwest. Hopefully, you had insurance.

[@MariaSilva-fc7rk]

I want to know how can I get a small house for me to go when is winter here in New York , because medical reasons but I will like so thing no to far from the beach but I need something close to a hospital in the east cost

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

You don't mention your budget. You can look at my most recent video for an example of an inexpensive house that meets that description if you are 55 or older. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZCyZKtrm9mreJY

[@pamc3338]

I was told that you can't get insurance because of hurricanes demolishing these homes.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Simply not true. Insurance is available from many carriers. My home is insured as are all of my friends in MH circa 1980s to recently built.

[@sandys2672]

Hi Im interested in Punta Gorda and your club.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

It's a nice area. Join my Inner Circle (free) and download a complete list for the state. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources If you are looking for a guide to researching and selecting communities, I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

[@stevenscoggins170]

What do you know about Colony Cove in Ellenton, FL? Lot rents? HOA fees? Well managed?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Colony Cove is on the high side of park rents. That said, there are many homes, at bargain prices, available. With over 2200 lots (and they are adding 300 more) it is the largest land-lease community in the state. They have multiple "neighborhoods" and each has a clubhouse. There are no facilities allowing community-wide meetings. Is it right for you? That's something you have to evaluate based upon your financial goals, wants in retirement, and lifestyle preferences. I go into choosing a park that's right for you in greater detail in my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option. It's available on Amazon: amzn.to/3c3UMPJ Doing a video on Colony Cove is on my "to do" list.

[@stevenscoggins170]

Thanks for the info.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

@@stevenscoggins170 You are welcome!

[@amyherzlich5247]

How much bad weather can these take

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

The newer homes in this community (newer than 1994) are rated over 100mph winds. Older ones are rated at 80mph. PreHud (before June 1976) have no rating and can be anything from very good to very poor.

[@anitanelson7494]

Hi I just came back from Punta Gorda I loved it there but I just don't know if my income would allow me to live there I would love to relocate there from Illinois if there's any kind of way you can reach out to me to help me relocate to Punta Gorda please do so thank you

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

If you need help selecting a community I suggest my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ

[@coach2208]

Is there many alligators in that retirement park.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Apparently a lot of folks ask that question because they answer it on their website: www.alligatorpark.com/info.php?pnum=34

[@catherinehope6641]

How ,Amy hurricanes do you get?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

None this year. You can find a lot of statistical material on the web .

[@carolynknisely2383]

Are there any with reasonable how's or rent?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

I don't know what you consider reasonable nor do I have lot rent info for most communities. You can get some ideas of the range in prices available from my videos. There is more info on the website: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

[@easyrider4x]

Punta Gorda inner circle? How does this work?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Just go to the website, sign up, and request the document. www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

[@markzick9236]

Before deciding to relocate Punta Gorda, take a look at some of those KZbin videos of hurricane Charlie that made a direct hit on that area. The damage was incredible inside the local mobile home parks.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Yes it did! A great number of homes in Emerald Lake were replaced (with newer and better built homes) following Charlie. But, I kinda like the odds of a major storm hitting the exact same area twice.

[@rongendron8705]

Is it true that a person must pay an approx. 6% sales tax every time that a mobile or manufactured home is sold in Florida? This charge could amount to many thousands of dollars per transaction & contribute multi-millions of dollars to the coffers of the State of Florida! Regular 'stick-built' homes don't have to pay sales tax, so why should a person have to pay it on manufactured ones, especially if they are the person's principle residence?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Yes, MH are subject to sales tax.

[@cheryl608]

Where can we privately write to you?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

You can use the contact form on the website. It's used to sign up for the Inner Circle but you can put anything in a message.

[@johndubose1395]

at age 75 would I fit in here ?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Each community has it's own flavor and pace. I think you would be very happy in any of these but which might be the best depends on what you are looking for. I suggest you consider my book: Retirement in Florida - Manufactured Homes & The Land-Lease Option amzn.to/3c3UMPJ I cover the options and choices in great detail.

[@TheAhrensLife]

Only thing I have to say as a younger person is harpoon Harry’s is a no go horrible food and not a good place check out the pier and turtle bay in fisherman’s village instead

[@mikes6301]

It’s not Poonta Gordor

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

In my original Mass. accent it would be Punntah Gahwdah. Then I went to the Northest where it would become Poonter Gorder. Those folks put a R after everything! Then to CT where ot might have been Puntta Gordah. Finally landed in FL with an accent so confused it's likely to come out different every time. How do you say it? :-)

[@danhamann7639]

Punta Gorda. Please send me info

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

You can request them on the website: www.floridamfghome.com/Buyer-Resources

[@michaelslaughter8280]

LOT RENT 600 A MONTH? OMG, WHO IS THIS AFFORDABLE FOR?

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Tens of thousands I guess as these communities are pretty much full and $600 is on the low side.

[@DS-go8mn]

Yeah right I'll never fall for any of that again ... made three trips down in the last few years and got slammed by red tide every trip... total waste of money not to mention the kids were miserable the wife couldn't stop coughing dead fish everywhere and on the last visit in September we read a report how they're looking at long-term cognitive issues in humans because of red tide exposure.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Sorry you had such a terrible time. We have had Red Tide here on the East Coast too. Might be a good question for a real-estate agent or park manager. What part of Florida will you try next?

[@blakeh8582]

Land lease costs to much no thanks.

[@pappap1702]

Manufactured homes. They're house trailers buddy. Better than 30-40 years ago but still nothing more than house trailers no matter how you try to change the image.

[@shuddle82]

Ummmmmm...nope!!!

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

Sandra H , we each have our goals and ideas on what is worth our hard-earned assets. There is no question this does not meet everyone's needs. The idea is to present enough information that you can know the alternatives and make an informed decision. Glad we can help you in that regard.

[@shuddle82]

@@RussellWatsonFMHL it's the hurricane damage and Evans etc that I'm talking about. I worked claims for a major ins carrier in 2004. Charlie, Francis, Ivan and Jeanne.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

@@shuddle82 My Dad went through those. (in a manufactured home) I'm guessing we'll see damage from Ian here also. But it's not a magic wand that isolates Manufactured Housing Communities. Anyone along the shores is at risk in these storms. Thankfully many homes in this area are newer construction than what we had in 2004. We'll see. If you have a fear of hurricanes Florida is not for you.

[@shuddle82]

@@RussellWatsonFMHL I've made most of my living on hurricanes and flood as a claims adjuster. Lived in Houston as well. Worked in Biloxi after Katrina. Evacuated for Rita. I'm currently 70 miles from the Gulf near Corpus. Harvey only missed us by 50 miles. Your Dad must have lived in a Palm Harbor model. We are not on a peninsula, there's hundreds of miles to the west to drive out of harms way. I'm no stranger to these storms.

[@RussellWatsonFMHL]

LOL it was a Palm Harbor!