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🛥️ Gulf Access for under $400k? (And other waterfront steals)
Rare opportunities in Punta Gorda, Beulah, and beyond—featuring a high-end lakefront estate and an affordable Crystal Lake starter.
Alex Veytsman
December 23, 2025
🌅 Today’s Waterfront Picks: 5 Dreamy Properties by the Water
Every day, new waterfront properties are listed — but these five? They offer the perfect blend of stunning views, luxurious living, and serene locations.
From sailboat-ready canals in Florida to private riverfront docks in Michigan, these waterfront gems are calling your name. Dive into your next dream home!
🚤 Port Charlotte Direct Gulf Access – $399,900
3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,320 sq ft • 0.22 acres (9,375 sq ft lot)
Gulf access pool home with private dock, solar panels, and potential for turnkey furnished sale.
🚤 Direct Gulf access, one bridge to open water, private dock & lift.
🏊 Saltwater pool with screened lanai, dog run, tropical landscaping.
🔧 New roof (2023), solar panels (2024), updated kitchen with quartz.
🏠 Potential fully furnished, split floor plan, one-car garage.
📍 Near shopping, dining, Sunseeker Resort, no HOA.
🏞️ Crystal Lake Community Access – $425,000
2 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,556 sq ft • 0.36 acres
Affordable Northern Michigan home with shared Crystal Lake access, community docks, and lower-level living space.
🌊 Shared Crystal Lake access with two community docks, ~56 ft frontage.
🏠 2 beds, 2 baths, plus lower-level bonus room & bath with walk-out.
📍 Between Beulah & Frankfort, near Sleeping Bear Dunes, Traverse City.
🛠️ Updated appliances, 2-car garage, large common park.
🏡 Starter or investment opportunity in Pennington Park.
🚤 North Channel Riverfront Escape – $584,900
3 Beds • 2 Bath • 2,047 sq ft • 0.7 Acres
Waterfront living at its finest on the North Channel of the St. Clair River, with panoramic views of Harsens Island.
🛥️ A true boater's paradise with a long private dock, boat hoist, and jet ski lifts
🌅 Walls of windows framing stunning, serene river views and sunsets
🏡 Beautifully updated home blending modern comfort with the charm of its 1940s origins
🌊 Premium, deep lot with direct boating access; no flood insurance required
🔨 Ample space on over half an acre for entertaining, expansion, or peaceful retreat
🌊 Chapel Lake Estates Waterfront – $715,000
4 Beds • 3 Bath • 2,523 sq ft • 7,320 sq ft lot
🌅 A serene lakefront sanctuary offering peaceful water views and bright, airy living in the heart of Pembroke Pines.
🚤 Tranquil Lake Views enjoyed from both the covered terrace and a private primary suite balcony
☀️ Sun-Drenched Interiors featuring soaring vaulted ceilings and an open, flow-through layout
🛠️ Modern Peace of Mind with a roof replaced in 2019 and a brand-new AC system installed in 2023
🍳 Gourmet Connection kitchen with wood cabinetry overlooking the family room for seamless entertaining
🚗 Finished Touches including epoxy-coated garage flooring and complete accordion hurricane shutters
⛵🌊 $399,900 — a strategic waterfront price for direct sailboat access to Alligator Creek and the Gulf, in a deed-restricted boater's haven.
✨ A 40' seawall for a dock + an optional championship golf membership = the ultimate Florida active-retirement or fishing lifestyle.
⭐ Standouts
🚤 Sailboat access to Alligator Creek & Gulf.
🏠 New roof (2022), open floor plan with Florida room.
🏡 Large corner lot, horseshoe driveway, 3-car garage/workshop.
⛳ Golf & boating community, low $3/month HOA.
📍 Near Twin Isles Country Club, downtown Punta Gorda.
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