Homes for sale inNorth Venice, Florida
Golf, gated living and Gulf-Coast ease north of Venice
18
Homes for sale
$532,000
Median list price
$273
Avg price / sqft
84
Median days on market
North Venice sits just inland from the Gulf in Sarasota County, where resort-style golf communities meet pockets of ranch-country acreage. The pace is relaxed and the layout is suburban, with gated communities and golf communities making up the bulk of what's for sale here. It suits buyers who want newer construction, amenities and quick access to Venice and Nokomis beaches without paying barrier-island prices.
The market is steady rather than frantic. There are 19 active listings with a median list price of $535,000, and homes are taking about 85 days to sell while sellers collect roughly 95% of asking. With 94 homes sold over the past year at a median of $547,500, you can shop single-family homes and townhomes & condos across much of Sarasota County without rushing a decision.
North Venice is in Sarasota County, Florida.
Quick facts
$349,900 – $1.1M price range
2,195 sqft median home
$4,000/mo median rent
Seller’s market right now
Drive times
Living in North Venice
North Venice sits in Sarasota County, just north of the city of Venice and a short drive from the Gulf of Mexico. It's an inland, suburban area organized largely around planned communities rather than a historic downtown core. The feel is quiet and residential, with golf courses, gated entries and preserve land shaping the landscape. It suits buyers who value amenities, newer homes and proximity to the coast without the premium of living on a barrier island.
The area draws a mix of year-round residents, seasonal owners and retirees who want space and resort-style living. With 13 of the 19 active listings in golf communities and 17 in gated neighborhoods, this is a place where community amenities are part of the lifestyle, not an exception. Buyers who want to walk to shops and restaurants will find North Venice more car-dependent than central Venice.
What ties it together is the combination of convenience and calm: you're close to Venice and Nokomis beaches, close to I-75, and surrounded by managed communities that handle much of the exterior upkeep. For buyers coming from denser coastal markets, that trade — a little more driving for newer homes and more space — is often the appeal.
Neighborhoods and communities in North Venice
The best-known community here is the Venetian Golf And River Club, which anchors much of the area's golf-and-gated character with newer single-family homes and club amenities. It reflects the dominant housing pattern in North Venice: planned communities with shared facilities and HOA management. Buyers drawn to the golf communities and gated communities will spend much of their search here.
Beyond the flagship community, the area includes more individual pockets such as Everglade Estates, Westwood By Myakka Valley and Forest At Hi Hat Ranch. These lean toward larger lots and a more rural, acreage-oriented setting than the master-planned golf developments. They appeal to buyers who want privacy and room over shared amenities.
Because the inventory is small — 19 active listings at any given time — it pays to decide early whether you want the amenity-and-HOA model or the acreage model. The two offer very different lifestyles and cost structures, and both exist within North Venice. A local agent can help you compare specific communities against your priorities.
Homes for sale in North Venice: prices and housing
The active market shows 19 listings with a median list price of $535,000 and a range from $349,900 to $1,075,000. The average price is about $278 per square foot, and the median home measures 2,326 square feet — reflecting the larger, newer homes typical of the area's communities. Only one active listing is priced above $1 million, so this is predominantly a mid-market area rather than a luxury enclave.
The housing mix is straightforward: 14 single-family residences and 5 condominiums among active listings. Single-family homes dominate, while the condo segment offers a lower-maintenance option through townhomes & condos. Eight active homes include a private pool, and three are waterfront, so buyers chasing homes with a pool or waterfront homes have options, though the selection is limited.
Expect HOA fees — the median runs about $293 per month given how many homes sit in managed communities — and median property taxes around $6,954 per year. New construction is scarce, with just one new-construction home currently active, so most buyers will be shopping resale. Over the past year, 94 homes sold at a median of $547,500, with sellers averaging roughly 95% of asking and a median 85 days on market, pointing to a market where well-priced homes move and buyers have room to negotiate.
Schools in North Venice
North Venice is served by Sarasota County Schools. The most commonly assigned schools for the area are Laurel Nokomis Elementary and Laurel Nokomis Middle, with Venice Area Middle and Venice Senior High also serving local addresses. These assignments cover much of the North Venice footprint, but exact zoning depends on the specific home.
School boundaries in Sarasota County can shift and often vary street by street, so never assume an assignment based on the community name alone. The most reliable approach is to confirm the current zone directly with the district using the property's address before making an offer.
If schools are a deciding factor in your purchase, build that verification into your search from the start. A local agent can pull the assigned schools for any listing you're considering so there are no surprises at closing.
Getting around North Venice
North Venice is shaped by two major roads: I-75, which runs through the area and connects north toward Sarasota and Tampa and south toward Fort Myers, and US-41 (the Tamiami Trail), which carries local coastal traffic. For most residents, daily trips to Venice, Nokomis and the beaches are short drives. The area's layout makes a car essential for errands and commuting.
Downtown Tampa is roughly a 73-minute drive, which puts it within reach for occasional trips but not for a comfortable daily commute. Closer employment centers in Venice and Sarasota are far more practical for working residents. The I-75 access is one of the area's real advantages for anyone who needs regional mobility.
As a suburban, community-driven area, North Venice is not designed for walking or transit. Plan your search around your daily driving patterns — proximity to I-75 or US-41 can meaningfully shorten commutes depending on where you need to be.
Is North Venice a good place to live?
For the right buyer, North Venice delivers a lot: newer, larger homes, resort-style golf and gated communities, and quick access to the Gulf Coast beaches without barrier-island pricing. The median sold price of $547,500 and average of $278 per square foot place it in the mid-range for the Sarasota County coast, and the mix of single-family homes and condos covers a span of budgets and lifestyles.
The trade-offs are honest ones. Most homes carry HOA fees — a median of about $293 per month — and property taxes run around $6,954 per year, so your monthly cost is more than the mortgage alone. The area is also car-dependent, with limited new construction and a small active inventory of 19 homes, which means patience and a clear list of priorities help.
On balance, North Venice is a solid choice for buyers who want amenity-rich, community living near the coast and don't mind driving for daily needs. With homes sitting a median 85 days on market and sellers taking about 95% of asking, buyers here generally have time and some negotiating room. Decide early between the golf-and-gated communities and the acreage pockets, and the search becomes much more focused.
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Newest homes in North Venice
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$475,000
106 MESTRE PLACE, NORTH VENICE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,668 sqft
$799,999
226 MONTELLUNA DRIVE, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,425 sqft
$599,900
106 CANELETTO WAY, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,545 sqft
$535,000
135 PESCADOR PLACE, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,352 sqft
$825,000
425 ARIANO AVENUE, NORTH VENICE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,666 sqft
$585,000
170 BELLA VISTA TERRACE UNIT 20C, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,334 sqft
$480,000$495,000
145 SOLIERA STREET, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,427 sqft
$932,000$940,000
292 VILLORESI BOULEVARD, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 4 ba · 2,611 sqft
$670,000$698,713
194 MONTELLUNA DRIVE, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,573 sqft
$349,900$385,000
246 MESTRE PLACE, NORTH VENICE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,683 sqft
$1,075,000
225 PESARO DRIVE, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,136 sqft
$479,000
194 BELLA VISTA TERRACE UNIT 26A, NORTH VENICE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,744 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The North Venice market
Seller’s market
2.3 months of inventory
Homes sell fast and inventory is thin — buyers should come prepared.
93
Sold, last 12 months
$550,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
60 days
Median time to sell
North Venice vs Sarasota County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 11.9% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 50.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in North Venice, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Where to look
North Venice neighborhoods
Venetian Golf And River Club
19 homes · $525K median
Everglade Estates
1 home · $1.3M median
Westwood By Myakka Valley
1 home · $1.1M median
Forest At Hi Hat Ranch
1 home · $2.6M median
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Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Elementary
High school
Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in North Venice
Golf and gated by default
Of the active listings, 13 are in golf communities and 17 are gated, so amenities come standard here.
Venetian Golf and River Club
The area's signature community pairs a golf course and river-club amenities with newer single-family homes.
Pools are common
Eight of the 19 active homes come with a private pool, a practical feature in the Gulf Coast climate.
Room to negotiate
With a median 85 days on market and sellers netting about 95% of asking, buyers have real leverage.
Beaches without the island price
North Venice keeps you minutes from Venice and Nokomis beaches while listing below barrier-island levels.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median North Venice home
≈ $3,903/mo
$532,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$4,000/mo
Median rent
1 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
North Venice real estate FAQs
Is North Venice a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit for buyers who want newer homes, resort-style amenities and an easy drive to the Gulf. The housing stock leans toward gated communities and golf communities, and the area stays quieter than central Venice. If you prefer walkable downtown living, you'll be driving for it.
Is North Venice expensive?+
It's mid-range for the Sarasota County coast. The median list price is $535,000 and sold homes have been running about $547,500, with an average of $278 per square foot. The active range runs from $349,900 up to $1,075,000, so there's room at both ends.
What do homes cost in North Venice?+
Active listings span $349,900 to $1,075,000, with a median around $535,000 and a median home size of 2,326 square feet. You can browse by price to find the entry-level end. Just one active listing is priced above $1 million.
How is the North Venice housing market right now?+
It's a measured market with 19 active listings and a median 85 days on market. Over the last 12 months, 94 homes sold and sellers averaged about 95% of asking price. Watching just reduced listings is a smart way to spot motivated sellers.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Because most homes here are in amenity-rich communities, HOA fees are normal — the median runs about $293 per month. Median property taxes come in around $6,954 per year. Budget for both when comparing a gated-community home to a stand-alone property.
What schools serve North Venice?+
The most commonly assigned schools are Laurel Nokomis Elementary and Laurel Nokomis Middle, with Venice Area Middle and Venice Senior High also serving the area. School zones vary by address, so confirm the exact assignment with Sarasota County Schools before you write an offer.
What's the commute like from North Venice?+
North Venice is built around I-75 and US-41, which keep most local trips short. Downtown Tampa is roughly a 73-minute drive, making it reachable but not a daily commute for most. Venice and Nokomis are only minutes away.
Is there new construction in North Venice?+
New construction exists but is limited — there's currently one new-construction home among the 19 active listings. Communities like the Venetian Golf And River Club have driven much of the newer inventory. Most of what's for sale is resale single-family homes and condos.
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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. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS. Market statistics are computed from listing and sold data and change as the market moves.
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