Punta Gorda is a city in Charlotte County, Florida, United States. It is the principal city of and is included in the Punta Gorda, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 14,344 at the 2000 census. As of 2004, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau is 17,215. It is the county seat of Charlotte County. It is also the only incorporated municipality in the county. Punta Gorda apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Punta Gorda apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.