This summer, Calenda Real Estate Group proudly celebrates five years as an independent brokerage - a milestone built on over 25 years of combined experience serving the Punta Gorda community. What started as a vision to provide a more personalized, client-focused approach to real estate has grown into a full-service team helping thousands of buyers and sellers navigate every kind of market shift with confidence, care, and strategy. To date, our team has guided nearly $600 million in real estate transactions, and we are deeply grateful for the trust our neighbors have placed in us along the way.
From Vision to Reality
When we first launched our independent brokerage, our goal was simple: to put clients first. We wanted to create a space where homeowners, buyers, and sellers felt truly heard, where every decision was informed by local expertise, and where every transaction reflected the care and attention it deserved. Over the past five years, we’ve refined that vision, learning from every market turn, every challenge, and every success.
From the early days of building our team to expanding our services, each step of our journey has been fueled by a commitment to personalized guidance. No two clients are the same, and no two homes are alike. That philosophy has been central to how we approach every deal, every consultation, and every client relationship.
Growing With Our Community
Our journey isn’t just about numbers, it’s about the community we serve. Punta Gorda has welcomed us, challenged us, and inspired us, and in return, we’ve worked hard to give back. Whether helping first-time buyers take the leap, guiding retirees into their dream waterfront homes, or advising investors through shifting markets, our goal has always been to empower our neighbors to make informed decisions with confidence.
Over the years, we’ve celebrated countless “firsts” with our clients: the first home purchase, the first waterfront property, the first investment property that finally paid off. Those moments remind us why we do what we do and why relationships matter more than transactions.
Our Team Philosophy
At Calenda Real Estate Group, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all advice. Your homeownership journey is uniquely yours, and we approach it with strategies and insights tailored to your goals. From the initial consultation to closing day, and beyond, our team brings hands-on support, market knowledge, and a dedication to your success.
We also know that real estate is about more than buying and selling - it’s about feeling secure, supported, and confident every step of the way. That’s why we prioritize communication, transparency, and trust, ensuring our clients always know they have a partner in us.
Looking Ahead
Five years have flown by, and while we’re proud of all we’ve accomplished, we’re even more excited about what’s to come. Our commitment remains unchanged: to serve as your trusted advisors, helping you navigate any market, any challenge, and any dream you may have for your home.
As we celebrate this milestone, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our clients, past and present, and to the Punta Gorda community that has embraced us. Your trust inspires us to continue growing, learning, and delivering the kind of service that makes a meaningful difference.
Here’s to the next five years, and beyond, of helping our neighbors find not just houses, but homes filled with memories, comfort, and joy.
