Neighborhood · Venice, Florida
Harbor Lights
Small-scale living close to Venice's Gulf coast
5
Homes for sale
$205,000
Median list price
$237
Avg price / sqft
122
Median days on market
Harbor Lights is a compact Venice neighborhood in Sarasota County, where modestly sized homes sit within easy reach of the beaches, downtown shops, and slower coastal pace that draw people to this stretch of Florida. With a median home size around 900 square feet and one waterfront listing on the market, it's a community built for people who want simplicity over square footage. Families here feed into Venice Elementary School, Venice Middle School, and Venice Senior High School, and larger master-planned options like West Villages and Sarasota National sit nearby for buyers comparing their choices.
The market here is small and priced accordingly. With five active listings and a median list price of $205,000, Harbor Lights is one of the more affordable entry points among Venice homes for sale, spanning everything from a $70,900 listing to $424,900. Homes tend to sit — the median is 122 days on market — and the two sales in the past year closed at a median of $237,500, with sellers netting about 87% of their asking price, so there's room to negotiate for patient buyers.
Harbor Lights is a community in Venice, Florida.
Quick facts
$70,900 – $425K price range
900 sqft median home
$287/mo median HOA
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Harbor Lights
$249,000$255,000
102 2ND AVENUE, VENICE
2 bd · 2 ba · 992 sqft
$424,900$439,900
33 N STARBOARD DRIVE, VENICE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,209 sqft
$70,900$72,900
149 S PORT DRIVE, VENICE
1 bd · 1 ba · 552 sqft
$179,900$199,900
61 5TH AVENUE, VENICE
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 900 sqft
$205,000$220,000
132 S PARK DRIVE UNIT 132, VENICE
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 800 sqft
Every active listing inside the Harbor Lights boundary
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By feature — on the live map
Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Harbor Lights market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$237,500
Median sold price
87%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
269 days
Median time to sell
Harbor Lights vs Venice
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 27.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Harbor Lights boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Harbor Lights is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Harbor Lights home
≈ $1,704/mo
$205,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$287/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
161
Median age
75
Median income
$54,079
Median home value
$171,400
Beyond the listings
Living in Harbor Lights
Lifestyles
Top 12% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 13% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Food & Drink
Top 14% in the U.S.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.
Entertainment
Top 19% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Entertainment
Top 20% in the U.S.Live Experiences
When it comes to entertainment, this population is looking for the ultimate experience. Whether it's a charity fundraiser or a concert, elements such as lights, sounds, and merchandise are critical for a good time.
Straight answers
Harbor Lights FAQs
Is Harbor Lights a good place to live?+
It's a good fit for buyers who value an affordable, walkable-scale Venice neighborhood over a large home. You're close to the Gulf beaches and downtown Venice, and the area is assigned to Venice Elementary School and the rest of the Venice school chain. The compact home sizes here suit downsizers, first-time buyers, and seasonal residents.
Is Harbor Lights expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets of the Venice market, with a median list price of $205,000 and active listings ranging from $70,900 to $424,900. Compared to master-planned communities like Sarasota National, it's a lower-cost way to buy in the area. The trade-off is smaller homes, with a median size around 900 square feet.
What do homes cost in Harbor Lights?+
Current active listings have a median list price of $205,000 and average about $237 per square foot. Over the past 12 months, the two homes that sold closed at a median of $237,500. You can browse everything currently for sale on the live map.
How is the market in Harbor Lights?+
It's a small, slow-moving market — just five active listings and two sales in the last year, with a median of 122 days on market. Sellers are averaging 87% of their asking price, which signals negotiating room for buyers who take their time. If inventory here feels thin, nearby Venice Isle offers more options.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here runs about $287 per month, and the median property tax is roughly $1,523 per year. Those figures are on the modest side, in line with the neighborhood's smaller homes and lower price points. Always confirm the specific HOA terms and tax figures for any home you're considering.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. 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.
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