Canal Shores

Established 1988 · Melrose · Alachua County

A lakefront residential subdivision near Melrose with single-family homes along the Lake Santa Fe canal.

Lakefront settingNear MelroseSingle-family homes

Live Market Pulse

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Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.

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Jon's Current Read

"Canal Shores is a lakefront residential subdivision near Melrose, set along a canal connected to the Lake Santa Fe chain in eastern Alachua County. The read is water-oriented country living: single-family homes on wooded lots with canal or lake access, no HOA reported, and value that turns on the water frontage, the lot, and condition. Because it is a small community with a mix of built homes and some vacant lots, the buy is property-specific. Confirm the water access and frontage, the well and septic, the flood posture, and condition, then comp within Canal Shores and the Melrose lakefront market rather than to a regional average."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Canal Shores is a lakefront residential subdivision near Melrose (ZIP 32666), on the eastern edge of Alachua County, with single-family homes set along a canal tied to the Lake Santa Fe chain.

The setting is wooded and water-oriented, with paved roads and lots that range from existing homes to some vacant parcels for future building. Sources report no HOA. Confirm the specifics for any given property with the listing.

Many lakefront and rural properties here rely on a private well and septic system rather than central utilities, and waterfront raises questions on flood zone, elevation, and any dock or shoreline rules. Confirm the utility setup, the water access, and the flood posture for the specific home.

Because this is a small community with varied lots and water frontage, value is property-specific. Read the water access, the lot, the well and septic, the flood posture, and condition, then comp within Canal Shores and the Melrose lakefront market before you offer.

Quick Match

Who Canal Shores is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a lakefront or canal-access home near Melrose
Buyers comfortable with well and septic and a wooded, rural setting
Buyers who want a single-family home with no HOA reported

Probably not for

Buyers who want a suburban, amenity-rich subdivision
Buyers who want central utilities and city services
Buyers who want to avoid waterfront flood and shoreline diligence

Market Pulse

How Canal Shores is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

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+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 18, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Canal Shores listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare or Melrose. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Canal Shores buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Canal Shores

Live MLS inventory for Canal Shores. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active · 44 daysTop listing

$395,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,462 sqft · built 1962

6308 Island Road, MELROSE, 32666

Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value

Listed by CB ISAAC REALTY

Active and pending Canal Shores listings as of 2026-06-18, priced high to low. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.. Tap any home to ask about it.

Interactive Map

Canal Shores on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Drive times from Canal Shores. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Downtown Melrose~5 to 10 min · approximate

Keystone Heights~15 to 20 min · approximate

Hawthorne~20 to 25 min · approximate

Downtown Gainesville~35 to 45 min · approximate

University of Florida~40 to 50 min · approximate

Gainesville Regional Airport~40 to 50 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

Canal Shores (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Alachua County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Canal Shores is served by Alachua County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Canal Shores address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value at Canal Shores, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Canal Shores

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Canal Shores, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a small lakefront subdivision near Melrose where value turns on water frontage and the lot. The watch items are the water access, the well and septic, the flood posture, and condition.

Canal and Lake Santa Fe water access

BullishWater frontage and access to the Lake Santa Fe chain are the draw and carry premiums; confirm the frontage, any dock, and shoreline rules for the specific lot. impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Canal and Lake Santa Fe water access

Waterfront flood and utility diligence

NeutralLakefront raises flood zone, elevation, and well and septic questions; confirm the flood posture, insurance, and the utility setup for the specific home. impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Waterfront flood and utility diligence

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Canal Shores, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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Canal Shores recognized as a Melrose lakefront subdivision
Real estate sources describe Canal Shores as a Melrose-area subdivision (32666) with wooded lots, paved roads, and no HOA, including single-family homes along the Lake Santa Fe canal plus some vacant parcels. Treat any figure as reported and confirm with the listing. Why it matters: Water frontage and the lot drive value; confirm the access, the flood posture, and the utilities, and comp within the Melrose lakefront market. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Canal Shores buying strategy.

If we were buying in Canal Shores, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Confirm the water access, the canal and lake frontage, any dock, and shoreline or use rules for the lot.

Check the flood posture, the flood zone, elevation, and insurance, since this is a waterfront setting.

Confirm the well and septic, or central utilities, and the condition and location of each system.

Inspect condition and systems, roof, HVAC, and structure, since lakefront stock varies in age.

Comp within Canal Shores and the Melrose lakefront market, not a regional average.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A sound home with real water access on a good lot, confirmed well and septic, and a clear flood posture, priced to condition.

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting flood insurance, a well or septic, or overpaying for water access that is limited; or comping to a non-waterfront average.

Best Lot

Water frontage, the canal and lake access, and the lot drive value here.

Smart Timing

Confirm the water access, the flood posture, and the utilities before you write.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Canal Shores is a lakefront residential subdivision near Melrose (32666) on the eastern edge of Alachua County, with single-family homes on wooded lots along a canal tied to the Lake Santa Fe chain, plus some vacant parcels. Sources report paved roads and no HOA. Many lakefront properties here use a private well and septic rather than central utilities, and waterfront raises flood, elevation, and shoreline questions; confirm the access, the flood posture, and the utility setup for the specific home. It is zoned to Alachua County public schools by address; verify zoning with the district.

Canal Shores Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Canal Shores.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Canal Shores today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

Entry: vacant lots and smaller or older homes

The most attainable options are vacant lots or smaller, older homes. Confirm the water access, the well and septic, and the flood posture before assuming a value.

Lowest entry

Mid: updated homes with canal access

The core is updated single-family homes with canal access. The water frontage, the lot, and condition separate these more than square footage.

Most inventory

High: prime water-frontage homes

The top end is homes on prime canal or open-water frontage. These trade on the water, the lot, and the finish.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

Entry: vacant lots and smaller or older homes

The most attainable options are vacant lots or smaller, older homes. Confirm the water access, the well and septic, and the flood posture before assuming a value.

Mid: updated homes with canal access

The core is updated single-family homes with canal access. The water frontage, the lot, and condition separate these more than square footage.

High: prime water-frontage homes

The top end is homes on prime canal or open-water frontage. These trade on the water, the lot, and the finish.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Canal Shores, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Better lots and views resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Canal Shores is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Canal Shores holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

No CDD on the tax billStrong

Central Melrose locationStrong

Scarce, established homesitesStrong

Established, in-demand locationPositive

All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Canal Shores

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Underbudgeting the carrying costs
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The water and the wooded setting are priced into every Canal Shores listing. The deal is won on the water access, the flood posture, and condition, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.1B- · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.0/10

Renovation Risk6.0/10

Location Efficiency6.4/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage7.2/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Canal Shores is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

Water frontage, canal and lake access, and the lot drive value here.
Confirm the flood zone, elevation, and the well and septic.
Comp within Canal Shores and the Melrose lakefront market.

On a lakefront subdivision like Canal Shores, the water access, the lot, and condition set value. Canal and lake frontage, dock potential, and elevation matter, as does the well and septic. Compare a home against the closest sale in Canal Shores or the Melrose lakefront market, and confirm the water access, the flood posture, and the utilities before the finishes.

The 15-Second Verdict

Canal Shores in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a lakefront or canal-access single-family home near Melrose with no HOA reported.

Strong onCanal and Lake Santa Fe water access, a wooded private setting, and paved-road access near Melrose.

WatchThe water access and frontage, the flood posture and insurance, the well and septic, and condition.

Not forBuyers who want a suburban amenity community, central utilities, or to avoid waterfront diligence.

The edgeVaried lots and water frontage mean reading the access, the flood posture, and condition right is the find.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Lakefront subdivision near Melrose; no HOA reported.
Confirm the canal and lake access, frontage, and any dock rules.
Check the flood zone, elevation, and insurance.
Likely private well and septic; confirm and inspect.
Comp within Canal Shores and the Melrose lakefront market.

Sources report no HOA at Canal Shores; treat that as reported and confirm whether any association or deed restrictions apply to the specific property, along with any shared road or shoreline arrangements, before you offer.

With no HOA reported, most services and maintenance are the owner's responsibility; confirm any shared road maintenance or shoreline arrangement for the specific lot.

This is a lakefront residential subdivision, not an amenity or club community. The water access is the amenity; confirm the canal and lake frontage and any use rules.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Canal Shores buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxAlachua County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Canal Shores.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Canal Shores

Thinking of selling in Canal Shores?

Your buyer is weighing the water access, the flood posture, and condition, so sell the specifics: the canal and lake frontage, the flood and insurance picture, the well and septic, and the home's condition.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Canal Shores, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Canal Shores, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Canal Shores home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Canal Shores matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Canal Shores Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Canal Shores is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,049,500, and homes go under contract in about 72 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,049,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$321

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/7/39

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Canal Shores?

A lakefront residential subdivision near Melrose, with single-family homes on wooded lots along a canal tied to the Lake Santa Fe chain.

Where is Canal Shores located?

Near Melrose (32666) on the eastern edge of Alachua County, within reach of Keystone Heights and Hawthorne.

What kinds of homes are in Canal Shores?

Primarily single-family homes on wooded lots, with some vacant parcels for building. Confirm the specifics for any given property with the listing.

Does Canal Shores have an HOA?

Sources report no HOA. Treat that as reported and confirm whether any association or deed restrictions apply to the specific property.

Is there water access at Canal Shores?

Yes, the subdivision is set along a canal connected to the Lake Santa Fe chain. Confirm the frontage, any dock, and shoreline or use rules for the specific lot.

Is the community on well and septic?

Many lakefront and rural properties here use a private well and septic rather than central utilities. Confirm and inspect the setup for the specific home.

What about flood zone and insurance?

Waterfront raises flood zone, elevation, and insurance questions. Confirm the flood zone, elevation, and insurance picture for the specific home.

Is Canal Shores a good investment?

Value is property-specific on a lakefront subdivision. Confirm the water access, the flood posture, the utilities, and condition before deciding.

How far is Canal Shores from Gainesville?

Roughly 35 to 45 minutes to downtown Gainesville. Drive times are approximate.

What schools serve Canal Shores?

It is zoned to Alachua County public schools by home address; assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.

What should I check before buying in Canal Shores?

The water access and frontage, the flood posture and insurance, the well and septic or utilities, and the home's condition.

Are there vacant lots in Canal Shores?

Sources report a mix of existing homes and some vacant parcels for building. Confirm utilities, access, and buildability for a specific lot.

Should I use the listing agent to buy in Canal Shores?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where the water access, the flood posture, and condition swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Canal Shores?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want a lakefront or canal-access home near MelroseExcellent fit

You are comfortable with well and septic and a wooded, rural settingExcellent fit

You want a single-family home with no HOA reportedExcellent fit

You want a suburban, amenity-rich subdivisionProbably not

You want central utilities and city servicesProbably not

You want to avoid waterfront flood and shoreline diligenceProbably not

Get the inside read on Canal Shores

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Canal Shores home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

You are all set.

A Momentum Realty Canal Shores specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing; deemed reliable but not guaranteed by MLS GRID.

Canal Shores

The 60-Second Overview

Who Canal Shores is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Canal Shores is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Canal Shores

Canal Shores on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Canal Shores

Canal and Lake Santa Fe water access

Waterfront flood and utility diligence

Canal Shores recognized as a Melrose lakefront subdivision

The Canal Shores buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Canal Shores.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Canal Shores holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Canal Shores

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Canal Shores is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Canal Shores in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Canal Shores buy.

Thinking of selling in Canal Shores?

In Canal Shores, condition and view decide your number

What is your Canal Shores home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Canal Shores Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Canal Shores?

Get the inside read on Canal Shores

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