Boats for Sale in Shady Grove

Boats for sale in Shady Grove Florida

Originally called Luther and changed to Shady Grove in 1909, the community is best known for the schools which have been built, rebuilt, and established in the area since 1870 with the closing of the Shady Grove School in 1970. Shady Grove is a very small community with only 200 or so people, a third of which are under the age of 20 (per census information). The city rests to the southeast of Tallahassee, 43 miles, and 25 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Those seeking craft for the Gulf may want to look at the boats for sale in Shady Grove. Here is what you should know when looking for your next vessel.

Proximity to 19 allows for quick Gulf Access

While there are no major lakes and rivers close to Shady Grove, there is a major highway. 19 and 98 are within a few miles of the city. This access allows for sellers in Shady Grove to have and sell larger vessels then they would if only relying upon the narrow roads which seem to populate a great deal of the state. Additionally, boats for sale in Shady Grove can be more than 35 to 40’ cruisers, as storage of such boats could be on the coast, seeing as the ride is not more than 30 min to an hour. Boats for sale in Tallahassee may be listed as being available in Shady Grove, especially the smaller angler boats which would appeal to those in the rural communities.

Where can I use a boat near Shady Grove?

Those who do not wish to go into the Gulf can find a few places with water access. These areas include Andrews Lake, Lake Miccosukee, and Cherry Lake. These locations do require a bit of a drive. You may be able to find a few spots along 20 or 57, but many of these are either privately owned or restricted due to the wildlife preservation act.

Since boating in freshwater is limited, those seeking boats for sale in Shady Grove should expect the majority of vessels to be oriented to the Gulf, even if they are the smaller angler craft. Boats for sale in Shady Grove consists of center console fishing boats, Pontoon boats, Contender boats, Pathfinders, and bay boats.

Family Oriented Boating

Shady Grove has 200 people, many of them being part of small families. As such, one could conclude that the majority of boats which are being sold in Shady Grove are those which are used by families rather than the small 2 seater boats. 4 to 7 walkarounds, bowrider boats, and the larger Boston Whaler boats may be able to be found. Pontoon boats and Catamarans which are offered will be those which have been used for water sports and for family cruising.

Docking Considerations

If you are buying boats for sale in Shady Grove, you need to consider the docking / storage of the vessel. There are not major bodies of water, and so any large vessel will need to be either dry storage their boat or house the craft at a marina. As there are no dry docking options or marinas in Shady Grove, you will need to look around for the best option for you. Should you need help with finding the right place to store your vessel please read our articles on marinas and dry storage.

Finding boats for sale in Shady Grove

Shady Grove may have the vessel that you need for the Gulf or for fishing. Instead of searching the classifieds, use Vessel Vendor to find your next boat. Vessel Vendor specializes in pre-owned boats for sale from boat enthusiasts.  Search boats for sale in Shady Grove by the boat make or boat model. If you wish to see boats available in your location (if you are not in Shady Grove) you can search by location. To assist you with making an informed decision about the right boat for you, Vessel Vendor offers boat reviews on specific models, manufacturer and brand summaries, articles on services, maintenance, docking, and crewing your vessel, as well as location pages (such as this one).

Should you have any questions regarding boats for sale in Shady Grove, or if you have a boat for sale in Shady Grove and wish to list your vessel on Vessel Vendor, please fill out the appropriate form online.