Operational Arapaima Fish Farm          

Asking price – $795,000

This exceptional commercial aquaculture property spans approximately 20 acres in Punta Gorda,
Charlotte County, Florida. Currently operated as a working Arapaima fish farm, the property has a
proven history of aquaculture production including Arapaima, Tilapia, and a variety of tropical fish
species. The site features an extensive network of production ponds, greenhouse structures, multiple
utility buildings, on-site living accommodations, and a large on-property reservoir with a dedicated
pump station — making it a fully self-contained commercial fish farming operation.

Property Address47830 Bermont Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
CountyCharlotte County, Florida
Total AcreageApproximately 20 Acres
Current UseOperational Arapaima Fish Farm
Historical UseTilapia, Arapaima & Tropical Fish Farming
ContactNick Mahoney – (973) 601-8422nickm@nveusa.com
Aerial Overview
Pond Infrastructure

The property contains a total of 50 production ponds across four distinct size categories, designed to
accommodate different stages of fish production. Four large 40 ft x 164 ft ponds are equipped with full
greenhouse covers, while the remaining 20 large ponds feature greenhouse framing that can readily
accept covering.

Dimensions
Quantity
Approx. Surface Area
Notes
80 ft x 80 ft46,400 sq ft each –
25,600 sq ft total
Open ponds
30 ft x 80 ft72,400 sq ft each –
16,800 sq ft total
Open ponds
30 ft x 80 ft152,400 sq ft each –
36,000 sq ft total
Open ponds
40 ft x 164 ft246,560 sq ft each –
157,440 sq ft total
4 with greenhouse
covers; 20 with
greenhouse framing
only
TOTALS:
50235,840 sq ft
Buildings & Structures
Structure
Description
Steel Building with Lean-To20 ft x 60 ft steel building with an attached 15 ft x 60 ft
lean-to. Suitable for processing, equipment storage, or
operations hub
Storage Container8 ft x 40 ft steel shipping container providing secure
storage
Pole Barn50 ft x 60 ft pole barn offering large-span covered
workspace, equipment staging, or additional storage
capacity
On-Site Accommodations (Campers / RVs)
Make / Model
Length
Details
Jayco33 ft3 slide-outs; travel trailer
Skyline32 ft1 slide-out; travel trailer
Sunnybrook31 ft2 slide-outs; 5th-wheel configuration
Water Infrastructure & Reservoir

A critical asset for any commercial aquaculture operation is reliable, high-capacity water supply. This
property features a large on-site reservoir measuring approximately 900 feet long by 25 feet wide,
providing substantial water storage and supply capacity to support all production ponds. The reservoir is
served by a dedicated pump station, enabling efficient water distribution and management across most
of the farm.

Key Water Infrastructure Features:

• On-site reservoir: approximately 900 ft long x 25 ft wide

• Dedicated pump station for water distribution to all ponds

• Self-sufficient water supply — no reliance on off-property municipal sources

• Supports high-volume aquaculture operations year-round

Aquaculture Operations Summary

This property represents a rare, turn-key commercial aquaculture opportunity in Southwest Florida. The
farm has been successfully used for raising Arapaima — one of the world’s largest freshwater fish and a
highly sought-after species in specialty and live-fish markets. The site also has an established history of
Tilapia and tropical fish production, demonstrating its versatility across multiple aquaculture species and
market segments.

Species Farmed:

• Arapaima (current primary production species – approximately 30 breeders included in sale)

• Tilapia (historical production)

• Tropical fish — various species (historical production)

Highlights:

• 50 production ponds across 4 size categories

• 4 of the large ponds are equipped with full greenhouse covers, 20 more ponds are framed and need
new greenhouse film

• On-site water reservoir and pump station for operational self-sufficiency

• Multiple storage and work buildings to support daily farm operations

• On-site living accommodations for farm management staff

• Located in Charlotte County, FL — favorable climate for year-round tropical fish farming

Contact Information
Name
Nick Mahoney
Email
nickm@nveusa.com
Phone
(973) 601-8422