17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active286 days on marketListed Oct 29, 2025MLS #A4669234
About this home
17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205
Beautiful second floor, beautifully furnished, 2- bedroom, 2-bathroom Veranda with den. Stunning preserve and lake views greet you as you enter the condo which is located within the sought after gated community of Wellen Park Golf and Country club. This condo features 1,680 square feet of well thought out living space and features a screened in front and rear lanai for hours of entertainment as you watch golfers navigate this new and challenging course. Gorgeous sunny days and cross breezes are yours to enjoy while living the Florida lifestyle as you entertain guests and family. Master suite boasts a king size bed and walk-in closets, en-suite bath with double sinks and large walk-in shower. Second bedroom and den share a full size second bathroom with bathtub/shower combo, quartz countertops and vanity. Nicely appointed kitchen features large island, quartz counter tops, wood cabinets and stainless-steel appliances with functional pantry and shares space with living and dining areas. This clever open floor plan features den with pocket doors, and a pull-out sofa offering multi-functional space for additional guest quarters or office/working space. Living room offers power recliners for added comfort. Upgraded lighting and ceiling fans throughout with TV's in each bedroom, den and living room. A detached one car garage is located conveniently in front of the condominium and offers easy access to the unit, just steps from the front door of this second floor unit. Hurricane impact resistant windows and doors are featured. Access to resort style amenities such as main resort style pool, 3 satellite pools, state -of -the-art fitness center, tiki bar, pickle ball, tennis courts, bocce ball and a dog park is available for purchase. No golf membership available with is unit. This community is located in close proximity to downtown Wellen Park, which offers an array of shops, music events, restaurants, lake, walking trails, kayak and paddle board rentals, farmers market, and more. Nearby Gulf beaches, downtown Venice and the Cool Today Park which is the Atlanta Braves spring training facility. ***HIGH SEASON (DEC-APRIL) RATE~ $7,000.00 PER MONTH*** LOW SEASON (MAY-NOV.) RATE ~ $2,300.00***
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,366
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
2025
Year built
One
Levels
$2
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$177 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Estimated payment
$177/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs WELLEN PARK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
$2 vs $263
Days on market
286 vs 62 typical
Where $2/sqft sits among the 24 homes for sale in WELLEN PARK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Venice
Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →
VENICE 34293 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
48,725
Median age
62
Median income
$87,543
Median home value
$368,100
Avg household
2.09
Households w/ children
3,391
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Venice market
$390K → $375K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
15 of 24
WELLEN PARK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB have cut their price
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 99% below the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$355,000
12240 WELLEN GOLF STREET UNIT 208 · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,313 sqft · $270/sqft · 36 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$285,997
17600 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 101 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,301 sqft · $220/sqft · 4 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$400,000
12440 WELLEN GOLF STREET UNIT 101 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 sqft · $255/sqft · 7 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Alek Cherrone
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $177/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
Are pets allowed at 17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Venice?+
At $2,300, this home is listed about 99% below the Venice median of $394,945. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 17500 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 205?+
Venice Senior High School (high), Venice Middle School (middle), Englewood Elementary School (elementary) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the VENICE 34293 market on paper
$2,300 is 99% below the VENICE 34293 median of $299,994, and at $2/sqft it sits under the Venice average of $284.
02Golf Course views
The golf course view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
286 days on market against a Venice median of 62 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Venice Senior High School, Venice Middle School, Englewood Elementary School — Venice Senior High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $6,500, now $2,300 — a $4K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of JENNETTE PROPERTIES, INC. · Roxanne Klopp. MLS #A4669234.
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