Homes zoned forPeace River Elementary School
River-close living in the Peace River Elementary zone
286
Homes for sale
$224,950
Median list price
$186
Avg price / sqft
67
Median days on market
The Peace River Elementary zone covers a slice of Lake Suzy in DeSoto County, where single-story homes sit on generous lots within reach of the Peace River itself. This is quieter, more spread-out Southwest Florida — a mix of established neighborhoods, water-adjacent parcels, and pockets of newer building. It suits buyers who want space, water access, and a slower pace without drifting too far from the Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte corridor. The Lake Suzy homes for sale here draw families, retirees, and anyone trading a cramped lot for elbow room.
For a buyer today, the numbers tell an accessible story: a median list price of $225,000 against 285 active listings gives you real choice. Homes take about 69 days to sell and sellers are netting around 95% of asking, so there's room to negotiate but not fire-sale pricing. You can scan everything currently on the market on the live map and see where the waterfront and pool homes cluster.
Peace River Elementary School is an attendance zone in Punta Gorda, Florida.
Quick facts
$34,999 – $2.5M price range
1,308 sqft median home
$435/mo median HOA
$1,775/mo median rent
535 sold in 12 months
Living in the Peace River Elementary zone
The Peace River Elementary zone sits within Lake Suzy, a community in DeSoto County on the edge of Southwest Florida's Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte corridor. It's an area defined by space — single-story homes on generous lots, a scattering of water-adjacent parcels, and a pace that runs noticeably slower than the coastal towns to the south. Rather than a dense downtown, this is a place you drive to and from, with the Peace River itself as a natural anchor.
The zone suits buyers who prioritize room and quiet over walkability and nightlife. Families drawn to the elementary school, retirees looking for an affordable Florida base, and anyone wanting water access without coastal prices all find something here. With 72 of the 285 active listings tagged waterfront and 51 with pools, outdoor living is central to the lifestyle.
Because this is a community-scale zone rather than a full city, expect variety from street to street — some pockets are established and mature, others newer. Browsing the Lake Suzy homes for sale is the fastest way to get a feel for how the different neighborhoods compare in age, lot size, and price.
Schools for homes in the Peace River Elementary zone
This attendance zone is named for and anchored by Peace River Elementary School, which falls under the DeSoto County School District. For buyers with young children, the assigned elementary school is often the deciding factor in choosing a home, so it's worth understanding the zone before you shop.
School attendance boundaries are redrawn periodically as enrollment shifts and new areas develop. A home that appears to be in the zone today may be reassigned, and boundaries can be more complicated than a simple map line suggests. For that reason, always verify the assigned schools for a specific property address directly with the DeSoto County School District before making an offer.
This guide names only the school tied to this zone and does not rank or rate it — ratings change and are best reviewed through official state and district sources. Treat the school as one piece of the picture alongside commute, price, and the home itself.
Homes for sale in the Peace River Elementary zone: prices and housing
The headline numbers are approachable: a median list price of $225,000 across 285 active listings, with homes trading at roughly $186 per square foot and a median size near 1,308 square feet. The range is wide — from $34,999 at the entry end to $2,500,000 at the top — which tells you this zone covers everything from modest starter homes to a handful of large estates. Nine listings currently sit above $1 million.
Water defines the premium segments here. There are 72 waterfront listings, 51 with private pools, and 29 in gated communities, giving buyers clear ways to narrow their search. New construction is a real option too, with 17 newly built homes on the market — useful for buyers who want modern systems and warranties without starting from a vacant lot.
On costs, the median HOA fee is about $435 per month, but that figure is skewed by the gated and managed communities; many homes in the zone carry no HOA at all. Median property tax lands around $2,626 per year. Over the past 12 months, 535 homes sold at a median of $200,000, with sellers collecting about 95% of asking — confirm the exact HOA and tax numbers for any specific home before you commit.
Getting around from the Peace River Elementary zone
Lake Suzy sits in the broader Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte region of Southwest Florida, which gives residents access to the area's regional road network for trips to larger towns, shopping, and services. This is a car-dependent area — daily errands and commutes mean driving, so factor that into your routine.
Because specific drive times aren't part of the data here, the smartest move is to test the routes you'll actually use. Drive from a prospective home to your workplace, the nearest grocery, and the school during the times you'd normally travel, so you understand real-world conditions rather than map estimates.
The upside of the zone's slightly removed position is the space and lower price point it buys you. The trade-off is that convenience hubs are a drive away rather than around the corner — a worthwhile exchange for many buyers, but one to weigh honestly.
Is the Peace River Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone makes sense for buyers who want attainable Southwest Florida living with space, water access, and a quieter setting. With a $225,000 median list price, 72 waterfront listings, and 51 pool homes among 285 active options, there's genuine variety at prices well below the coastal markets nearby. The 69-day median time on market and 95% sale-to-list ratio mean you can shop deliberately and negotiate.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. This is a car-dependent, spread-out area without a walkable core, so buyers who want shops and restaurants at their doorstep should look elsewhere. HOA fees vary sharply depending on whether a home sits in a gated or managed community, and the wide price range means you'll need to compare carefully within your segment.
If space, affordability, and proximity to the Peace River matter more to you than urban convenience, this zone delivers. Start with the live map to see current inventory, confirm the school assignment with the district, and test your commute before you decide.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$1,200,000
4387 SIBLEY BAY STREET UNIT 1-10, PORT CHARLOTTE
12 bd · 10 ba · 7,700 sqft
$325,000
5114 MELBOURNE STREET UNIT 1202, PUNTA GORDA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,759 sqft
$119,900
24437 HARBORVIEW ROAD UNIT 62, PORT CHARLOTTE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,104 sqft
$115,000
24540 HARBORVIEW ROAD UNIT E1, PORT CHARLOTTE
2 bd · 2 ba · 937 sqft
$94,900
21405 OLEAN BOULEVARD UNIT 208, PORT CHARLOTTE
1 bd · 1 ba · 634 sqft
$85,000
22375 EDGEWATER DRIVE UNIT 120, PORT CHARLOTTE
1 bd · 1 ba · 735 sqft
$85,000
22333 EDGEWATER DRIVE UNIT E3, PORT CHARLOTTE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,250 sqft
$699,000
116 COLONIAL STREET SW, PORT CHARLOTTE
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,305 sqft
$599,000
106 LELAND STREET SE, PORT CHARLOTTE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,697 sqft
$525,000
174 SPRING LAKE BOULEVARD NW, PORT CHARLOTTE
2 bd · 3 ba · 2,104 sqft
$475,000
311 W TARPON BOULEVARD NW, PORT CHARLOTTE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,645 sqft
$449,900
137 BEDFORD DRIVE NE, PORT CHARLOTTE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,261 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Peace River Elementary School market
535
Sold, last 12 months
$200,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
63 days
Median time to sell
Peace River Elementary School vs Punta Gorda
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Peace River Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Peace River Elementary School home
≈ $2,049/mo
$224,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$435/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,775/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
24,538
Median age
60
Median income
$55,908
Median home value
$232,723
Beyond the listings
Living in Peace River Elementary School
Appearance oriented
All About Hair
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Relationships
Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Hobbies & Interests
Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Straight answers
Peace River Elementary School FAQs
Is the Peace River Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a quieter, more spacious version of Southwest Florida with close ties to the Peace River. The zone leans toward single-family homes on larger lots, and the waterfront and pool inventory gives outdoor-minded buyers plenty to work with. It suits families and retirees who value space over walkability.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more attainable zones in the region, with a median list price of $225,000 and active listings ranging from $34,999 all the way to $2,500,000. That spread means first-time buyers and higher-end buyers both have options. You can filter by price on the live map to see what fits your budget.
What do homes cost in the Peace River Elementary zone?+
The median list price is $225,000 and homes trade at about $186 per square foot, with a median home size around 1,308 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 535 homes sold at a median price of $200,000. The nine listings above $1 million sit at the very top of the range.
How is the market right now?+
It's a balanced-to-buyer-friendly market: 285 homes are active, the median time on market is 69 days, and sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price. That combination gives buyers time to shop and room to negotiate without the frenzy of a seller's market.
What should I expect for HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee runs about $435 per month, though that varies widely since many homes here carry no HOA at all while gated communities (29 active) charge more. Median property tax is around $2,626 per year. Always confirm the exact fees and tax figure for a specific address before you write an offer.
What schools serve this zone?+
This attendance zone is anchored by Peace River Elementary School in DeSoto County. School boundaries change, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific address directly with the DeSoto County School District before you buy.
What's the commute like from here?+
Lake Suzy sits near the Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte area in Southwest Florida, with access to the regional road network connecting those communities. Drive times depend on where you work, so plan a test drive during rush hour. The area's appeal is partly that it feels removed while staying within reach of larger towns.
Is there new construction in the Peace River Elementary zone?+
Yes — there are currently 17 new-construction listings active in the zone, so you can find a newer home without leaving the area. New homes typically command a premium over the $186 median price per square foot. Check the live map to see what's being built now.
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