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Homes for sale inVenice, Florida

Gulf-coast living with golf, beaches and 55+ ease

829

Homes for sale

$398,700

Median list price

$281

Avg price / sqft

49

Median days on market

Venice sits on Florida's Gulf coast in Sarasota County, a place built around walkable downtown streets, warm beaches and an easygoing pace that draws retirees and families alike. The housing stock runs from mid-century blocks in neighborhoods like South Venice and Venice Gardens to newer master-planned living out at Wellen Park, with plenty of gated communities and golf communities in between.

For buyers today, the market is active but not frantic: 820 homes are listed, the median list price is $398,600, and homes take a median of 50 days to sell. Over the last year 3,128 homes closed at a median of $389,000, with sellers getting about 96% of asking — leaving room to negotiate, especially on listings that are just reduced. Whether you want waterfront homes or a new construction villa, there's genuine range here.

Venice is in Sarasota County, Florida.

Quick facts

$70,000 – $20M price range

1,585 sqft median home

$3,400/mo median rent

Leans seller right now

Drive times

Downtown Tampa≈ 75 min

Living in Venice

Venice is a Gulf-coast city in Sarasota County known for its beaches, a compact and walkable historic downtown, and a famously relaxed pace of life. It has long drawn retirees and seasonal residents who want warm winters and easy access to the water, and over the years that character has held steady even as newer communities have grown up around the edges of town. The overall feel is low-key and outdoor-oriented, built around sun, sand and golf rather than nightlife or bustle.

The city suits a few buyer types particularly well: active-adult and 55+ buyers, golfers, and families who want a quieter alternative to larger coastal cities. The housing stock reflects that mix, ranging from mid-century homes in established neighborhoods to brand-new master-planned living further inland. With 820 homes currently on the market across houses, condos, villas and mobile homes, there's a real spread of price and lifestyle.

That said, Venice moves with the seasons. Winter brings an influx of part-time residents, and summers are hot and humid in classic Florida fashion. Buyers who value a calmer, community-centered rhythm over big-city energy tend to be the happiest here.

Neighborhoods and communities in Venice

Established neighborhoods like South Venice, Venice Gardens and Country Club Estates offer the area's more traditional, often more attainable housing, with a mix of single-family homes on established lots. These are good places to look if you want proximity to the original fabric of the city rather than a brand-new subdivision. Venice Isle is among the recognizable 55+ options, part of a broad set of age-restricted choices in the area.

For golf-focused buyers, communities such as Venice Golf & Country Club and Stoneybrook At Venice center life around the course and shared amenities, and many fall within the area's gated communities. With 148 active golf-community listings and 301 gated listings, there's substantial choice for buyers who want security and on-site recreation.

The biggest growth story is Wellen Park, including Wellen Park Golf & Country Club and Palmera At Wellen Park, where much of the area's newer construction is concentrated. If you want modern layouts and newer amenities, start with the new construction and compare it against resale homes in the older neighborhoods to see what fits your budget and tastes.

Homes for sale in Venice: prices and housing

The median list price in Venice is $398,600, and the median sold price over the past 12 months was $389,000 — a tight gap that signals a market priced close to where it actually clears. Homes average about $280 per square foot with a median size near 1,585 square feet, and listings stretch from $70,000 at the entry level to nearly $20 million at the luxury end. Forty-five homes are currently listed at $1 million or above, so there is a genuine high end alongside the core market.

The housing mix is led by 423 single-family homes, followed by 241 condominiums, 66 villas and 34 mobile homes — meaning plenty of lower-maintenance alternatives to a standalone house. Lifestyle segments run deep: 114 waterfront homes, 171 homes with a pool, 148 golf-community listings, 102 in 55+ communities and 104 new builds. That range lets buyers prioritize what matters most, whether that's water, recreation or a brand-new floor plan.

On carrying costs, the median HOA is $442 per month and the median annual property tax is about $3,685, though both vary considerably by community and home. Gated, golf and amenity-rich communities tend to carry higher HOA dues, while older single-family neighborhoods often have little or none. With a median 50 days on market and sellers getting roughly 96% of asking, there is room to negotiate — particularly on homes that have been just reduced.

Schools in Venice

Venice-area homes are commonly assigned to Venice Senior High School and Venice Middle School, with several elementary options including Taylor Ranch Elementary, Garden Elementary and Venice Elementary. These are the schools that come up most often for addresses in the area, but assignments are drawn by zone and can differ from one street to the next.

Because school boundaries are set by the district and can change, families should confirm the exact assigned schools for any specific property rather than assuming based on the neighborhood name. The surest way is to check the official Sarasota County Schools zone lookup using the home's address before making an offer.

If schools are a priority in your search, build that verification into your home-shopping process early. It can meaningfully narrow which neighborhoods and listings make your shortlist.

Getting around Venice

Venice is roughly 75 minutes from downtown Tampa by car, which makes the big city a realistic occasional destination rather than a daily commute. For most residents, day-to-day driving stays local or reaches nearby Sarasota County, where shopping, medical care and additional employment are concentrated.

US-41 (the Tamiami Trail) is the primary north-south corridor through the area and connects Venice to Sarasota and points along the coast, while I-75 carries longer regional trips. The street grid in and around the historic core is compact and walkable, which is part of the downtown's appeal.

As with most of coastal Florida, a car is essentially a requirement for everyday life here. Plan your home search around the roads and destinations you'll use most, since drive times between the inland communities and the beaches or downtown can vary.

Is Venice a good place to live?

For the right buyer, Venice delivers a lot: Gulf beaches, a walkable downtown, strong golf and 55+ options, and a broad range of homes from $70,000 condos to multimillion-dollar waterfront. The market is active but balanced — 820 listings, a 50-day median time on market, and sellers getting about 96% of asking — which gives buyers negotiating room rather than bidding-war pressure. There is also real variety in housing type, from single-family homes to condos, villas and new construction.

The honest trade-offs are the ones common to Gulf-coast Florida. Summers are hot, the winter season brings seasonal crowds and part-time residents, and HOA dues in the gated and golf communities can be meaningful at a median of $442 a month. Tampa is a 75-minute drive, so this is not the pick for someone needing a short big-city commute.

If your priorities are a relaxed, beach-and-golf lifestyle with choices across budgets, Venice is a strong fit — especially for retirees, active-adult buyers and families wanting a quieter coastal base. Compare the established neighborhoods against the newer Wellen Park communities, and use lifestyle filters like waterfront, pool or 55+ to focus a search that otherwise spans a very wide market.

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The numbers that matter

The Venice market

Leans seller

3.3 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.

3,129

Sold, last 12 months

$389,000

Median sold price

96%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

45 days

Median time to sell

Venice vs Sarasota County

Median list price

Venice$399K
Sarasota Co.$440K

Price per sqft

Venice$281
Sarasota Co.$410

Days on market

Venice49d
Sarasota Co.64d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

▲ 2.1% yr/yr

$375K$425K$475KNov ’23Oct ’26

Homes on the market

▼ 21.2% yr/yr

1,1011,6812,261Nov ’23Oct ’26

Homes sold per month

0171341Nov ’24Oct ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Venice, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.

Where to look

Venice neighborhoods

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

Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Venice

01

Wide price range

Listings run from $70,000 up to nearly $20 million, so budgets from first-timer to luxury all have a place to look.

02

Strong 55+ and golf scene

With 102 age-restricted listings and 148 golf-community homes active, Venice is a natural fit for active-adult and retirement buyers.

03

Condos and villas, not just houses

Beyond 423 single-family homes, there are 241 condominiums and 66 villas, giving lower-maintenance options at varied price points.

04

Waterfront and pool living

114 waterfront listings and 171 homes with a pool reflect the Gulf-coast lifestyle buyers come here for.

05

Active new-construction pipeline

104 new-construction listings, concentrated around Wellen Park, mean buyers can choose brand-new builds without leaving town.

Population

26,467

Median age

68.7

Median income

$74,340

Median home value

$381,400

What people here are into

Entertainment

Film Lovers

Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.

Food & Drink

Wine Lovers

It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.

Lifestyles

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.

Culture

Sites to See

This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.

Entertainment

Lighthearted Fun

This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.

Appearance oriented

Body Art

Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Venice home

≈ $3,058/mo

Principal & interest $2,101
Property tax $308
HOA / fees $439
Insurance (est.) $210

$398,700 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

19%

In a FEMA flood zone

Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment

$3,400/mo

Median rent

373 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Venice real estate FAQs

Is Venice, Florida a good place to live?+

Venice suits buyers who want Gulf beaches, a walkable historic downtown and a relaxed pace, and it's especially popular with retirees and golfers. With 820 active listings across single-family homes, condos and villas, most lifestyles and budgets can find a fit. The trade-off is summer heat and a seasonal rhythm that fills up in winter.

Is Venice expensive?+

Venice is mid-range for the Gulf coast: the median list price is $398,600 and the median sold price over the past year was $389,000. Prices stretch from $70,000 at the low end to nearly $20 million for luxury waterfront, so there's a lot of ground to cover — you can browse by price to zero in on your budget.

What do homes cost in Venice?+

The median list price is $398,600 and homes average about $280 per square foot, with a median home size around 1,585 square feet. Single-family homes dominate the market at 423 active, while 241 condos and 66 villas offer more affordable, lower-maintenance entry points.

How is the Venice real estate market right now?+

It's steady and balanced: 820 homes are active, the median time on market is 50 days, and sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price. With 3,128 sales in the past year, there's healthy demand without the frenzy of a seller's market, which gives buyers room to negotiate.

What are HOA fees and property taxes like in Venice?+

The median HOA is $442 per month, which reflects the many gated, golf and 55+ communities here, though fees vary widely by community and amenities. The median annual property tax is about $3,685, and you can compare lower-HOA options among the 55+ communities and standalone houses.

What schools serve Venice?+

The most commonly assigned schools include Venice Senior High School, Venice Middle School, and for elementary, Taylor Ranch, Garden and Venice Elementary. School zoning depends on your exact address, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific home before you buy.

What is the commute like from Venice?+

Venice is about 75 minutes from downtown Tampa by car, making it a day-trip rather than a daily commute to the city. Day-to-day life centers on Venice and nearby Sarasota County, with I-75 and US-41 handling most local and regional travel.

Is there new construction in Venice?+

Yes — there are 104 active new-construction listings, with much of the growth concentrated around Wellen Park and its newer golf communities. If you want a brand-new home with warranties and modern layouts, you can focus on new construction or the active golf communities.

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