Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Venetian Estates
Attainable Sarasota Living Without the Coastal Premium
5
Homes for sale
$145,000
Median list price
$138
Avg price / sqft
50
Median days on market
Venetian Estates is one of those Sarasota pockets that quietly makes the math work — a compact, walkable community where a single-story home is still within reach for buyers who thought the region had priced them out. You're a short drive from the beaches at Lido Key, the arts scene around the Rosemary District, and the leafy streets of Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores, yet the neighborhood itself keeps a low-key, residential feel.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more affordable entry points into Sarasota homes for sale, with just five active listings and a median list price of $145,000. Homes here move — median time on market is 14 days, and sellers are collecting about 96% of asking. If you want a foothold in the Sarasota market rather than a trophy property, this is where the numbers line up.
Venetian Estates is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$110,000 – $160K price range
984 sqft median home
$190/mo median HOA
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Venetian Estates
$149,900
2270 PALAZZA DRIVE UNIT 72, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,239 sqft
$129,900
2068 CA D ORO DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 959 sqft
$110,000
2248 CA D ORO DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 756 sqft
$145,000
2236 GONDOLA DRIVE, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,152 sqft
$159,900$164,900
2282 PIAZZA DRIVE UNIT 117, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 984 sqft
Every active listing inside the Venetian Estates boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Venetian Estates market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$132,750
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
125 days
Median time to sell
Venetian Estates vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 12.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Venetian Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Venetian Estates is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Venetian Estates home
≈ $1,293/mo
$145,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$190/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
1,027
Median age
61
Median income
$43,750
Median home value
$269,400
Beyond the listings
Living in Venetian Estates
Lifestyles
Top 1% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Active
Top 2% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Lifestyles
Top 5% in the U.S.Daily Grind
Whether throwing punches at the boxing club or punching the clock at work, this population likes to talk about their hard work.
Food & Drink
Top 5% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Appearance oriented
Top 7% in the U.S.Fitness Fashion
Workout clothes aren't just for working out anymore. This population enjoys wearing name-brand athletic apparel for fashion and functional purposes.
Beliefs
Top 8% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Straight answers
Venetian Estates FAQs
Is Venetian Estates a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, residential Sarasota neighborhood that trades flash for value and location, with easy access to Lido Key beaches and downtown. Homes are compact and low-maintenance, which suits first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors alike. The 14-day median time on market shows steady local demand.
Is Venetian Estates expensive?+
Not by Sarasota standards — the median list price is $145,000, with active listings ranging from $110,000 to $265,000. That makes it one of the more affordable ways into the Sarasota market. Recent sales closed around a $124,000 median.
What do homes cost in Venetian Estates?+
Expect a median list price of $145,000 and an average of about $150 per square foot on a median home size of 984 square feet. Prices span $110,000 to $265,000 depending on size and condition. Over the past year, 11 homes sold at a median price of $124,000.
How is the market in Venetian Estates?+
It's tight and active — only five homes are currently listed, and the median time on market is just 14 days. Sellers are averaging about 96% of their asking price, so realistic pricing gets deals done. If you're comparing it to nearby Arlington Park, expect faster turnover at a lower entry point here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $190 per month, and median property taxes are roughly $1,544 per year. Combined, those carrying costs stay modest relative to much of the Sarasota area, which helps the affordability story hold up after closing.
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