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Candy Brooks

Candy Brooks
Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)
Port Charlotte FL

Salesperson (FL: 3335747)

11 years experience

REALTOR® 14 Active Listings Serves Charlotte County, FL
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Contact Information

Brokerage
Paradise Exclusive | Real Estate

Office Website
Office Address
8300 Wiltshire Dr Unit 3
Port Charlotte, FL  33981-2812
(Charlotte County)
Office Phone
941-698-0303
Office Fax
941-237-4933
Mobile
941-759-0087
Email
cand*@*****************.com
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Service Areas

Boca Grande: FL Placida: FL Rotonda: FL Englewood: FL West Villages: FL South Venice: FL North Port: FL Manasota Key: FL Grove City: FL Punta Gorda: FL Cleveland: FL Charlotte Park: FL Solana: FL Rotonda West: FL Port Charlotte: FL

About Candy Brooks

Candy Brooks, a dedicated real estate professional, has deep roots in Florida, having moved to the state in 1981 after being born into an Army family in Wiesbaden, Germany. Growing up on a spacious property in Brooksville, she developed a profound appreciation for the outdoors, often spending her weekends exploring the stunning beaches of Florida, horseback riding, and venturing through the expansive state forests.

Candy's career began in 1998 at Ford Motor Company, where she worked as a collector and skip tracer. She later joined CitiFinancial as a producing branch manager, where she discovered her passion for helping individuals achieve homeownership. Over the past 17 years, she has thrived in the banking and consumer finance sectors, progressing from a teller to a financial services representative, and eventually becoming a branch manager and mortgage originator. Throughout her career, she consistently surpassed production targets while prioritizing exceptional customer service and fostering enduring relationships.

During the downturn in the real estate market, Candy seized the opportunity to serve as a grant administrator for housing and economic development initiatives across Florida. She managed the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) for five counties and two small cities, in addition to administering Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for housing rehabilitation and economic development projects. Currently, she is a licensed realtor and mortgage broker in Florida, offering clients a unique perspective on the real estate process, from financing and rehabilitation to sales.

Residing in Boca Grande with her 13-year-old son Ian, two dogs, and three cats, Candy is actively involved in her community. She serves as the Treasurer of the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce and has previously held the role of New Member Ambassador for the Hernando County Chamber of Commerce. Her commitment to community service is evident through her volunteer work, which includes baking for community events, managing the scholarship fund for the Boca Grande Chamber, and organizing tarpon tournaments.

In her leisure time, Candy embraces the island lifestyle by boating, fishing, and enjoying the picturesque banyan-lined streets of Boca Grande. Notably, she won two ladies' tarpon tournaments in the spring of 2015. With a genuine passion for helping clients find their ideal properties—whether a dream home on the beach in Boca Grande or along the intercoastal waters of Cape Haze—Candy is dedicated to ensuring her clients' needs are met. Allow her to demonstrate why she cherishes calling Boca Grande and the Southwest Florida coast her home.

Charlotte County, FL Real Estate Market Analysis (Single Family Homes)

$499,957
Avg. Listing Price
From Candy's portfolio
3.1 / 2.3
Avg. Beds/Baths
Typical property size
1,907 sf
Avg. Square Footage
Interior living space
4614
Active Listings
Current inventory

Charlotte County, Florida's real estate market stands out as one of Southwest Florida's most dynamic and rapidly evolving regions, encompassing everything from historic downtown Punta Gorda's waterfront condominiums to Port Charlotte's sprawling suburban developments. With 4,013 actively licensed real estate agents serving this diverse market, the area has experienced unprecedented growth driven by retirees, remote workers, and investors seeking Florida's tax advantages and year-round sunshine.

The market's complexity becomes evident when examining the stark contrasts between different neighborhoods—from the luxury estates along the Peace River to the affordable starter homes in Deep Creek, creating distinct micro-markets that require specialized knowledge. This diversity, combined with Charlotte County's strategic location between Fort Myers and Sarasota, has attracted a sophisticated network of real estate professionals who understand both local nuances and broader regional trends.

Major Charlotte County, Florida Real Estate Markets

Punta Gorda serves as the county's crown jewel, featuring a revitalized historic downtown district where waterfront condos command premium prices and Victorian-era homes undergo extensive renovations. The city's appeal extends beyond aesthetics, with its deep-water harbor attracting boating enthusiasts and the annual Charlotte Harbor regatta drawing visitors from across the Southeast. Port Charlotte represents the county's largest residential hub, offering master-planned communities like Deep Creek Golf Club and affordable housing options that have made it particularly attractive to first-time homebuyers and young families.

Englewood straddles the Charlotte-Sarasota county line, creating unique opportunities for buyers seeking beach access without Miami-Dade price tags, while areas like Rotonda West showcase planned communities with golf course living. The Peace River corridor communities, including Harbour Heights and Solana, have emerged as unexpected hotspots for luxury development, benefiting from river access and proximity to Interstate 75's commercial corridor.

Market Dynamics and Geographic Complexity

Charlotte County's real estate landscape operates across multiple price points simultaneously, with manufactured home communities serving retirees on fixed incomes while new construction in Babcock Ranch's northern influence area attracts tech professionals and healthcare workers. The county's unique position as a hurricane evacuation zone paradoxically drives both seasonal population swells and periodic market volatility, creating opportunities for agents who understand insurance requirements and flood zone regulations.

Waterfront properties along Charlotte Harbor command the highest premiums, yet surprisingly, some of the fastest appreciation has occurred in previously overlooked inland communities like Murdock and Grove City, where large lots and lower taxes attract buyers priced out of coastal markets. The agricultural transition zones present particular complexity, as former ranch lands convert to residential use, requiring agents familiar with septic systems, well water, and development potential.

Why Businesses Need Charlotte County, Florida Agent Contact Data

Real estate service providers, from mortgage lenders to home inspectors, find Charlotte County's 4,013 licensed agents represent an exceptionally connected professional network, with all agents maintaining email contact information for seamless communication. The county's rapid growth means these agents handle higher transaction volumes than typical suburban markets, creating valuable partnership opportunities for title companies, insurance providers, and construction contractors seeking consistent referral sources.

Technology companies and financial services particularly benefit from this comprehensive agent database, as Charlotte County's diverse market segments require specialized tools and financing solutions—from manufactured housing loans to jumbo mortgages for waterfront estates, making it an ideal testing ground for innovative real estate products and services.

Current Property Listings

As of 2/7/2026, Candy Brooks has 14 properties for sale in Port Charlotte and surrounding areas. These are the top 10 listings.

$24,999

Listed 2024-12-19

Daphne Rd
North Port, FL  34288

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Lot: 10,019 sf
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$24,999

Listed 2024-12-19

Daphne Rd
North Port, FL  34288

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Lot: 10,019 sf
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$674,000

Listed 2026-01-03

4078 Pelican Shores Cir
Englewood, FL  34223

Beds: 2.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,228
Lot: 9,148 sf
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$499,999

Listed 2025-03-26

15184 Aldama Cir
Port Charlotte, FL  33981

Beds: 2.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,514
Lot: 20,038 sf
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$29,000

Listed 2025-04-03

14400 Pocono Ave
Port Charlotte, FL  33981

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Lot: 10,454 sf
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$344,500

Listed 2025-05-30

10242 Hallendale Dr
Port Charlotte, FL  33981

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,743
Lot: 11,326 sf
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$34,900

Listed 2024-06-21

10400 Hatchett Cir
Port Charlotte, FL  33981

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Lot: 13,504 sf
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$749,000

Listed 2025-12-17

1920 Illinois Ave
Englewood, FL  34224

Beds: 2.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 1,338
Lot: 9,148 sf
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$380,000

Listed 2025-09-02

832 E 4th St
Englewood, FL  34223

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 1.5
Sq Ft: 1,044
Lot: 11,326 sf
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$349,900

Listed 2025-02-12

9094 Preston Rd
Brooksville, FL  34601

Beds: 2.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 3,014
Lot: 435,600 sf
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Current Property Rentals

Candy Brooks currently has no rental properties available in Port Charlotte and surrounding areas. Check back later.