618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201, VENICE, FL, 34285
Active0 days on marketListed Sep 22, 2026MLS #A4706957
About this home
618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201
This is the one * END UNIT is a GREAT LOCATION * MUCH SOUGHT AFTER BUT RARELY AVAILABLE Garden View Condo in the RESORT STYLE COMMUNITY OF BIRD BAY * The GARDEN VIEWS are BEAUTIFUL! * Just steps to the amazing Pool & Clubhouse with Fitness Center, Tennis & Pickleball * This SPACIOUS 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bath unit is IMMACULATE and READY TO MOVE INTO * NEWER ROOF * NEWER EXTERIOR PAINT * Very friendly community * Split Plan Design * Primary Suite has a walk-in closet * You'll love the ABUNDANCE OF NATURAL LIGHT with PANORAMIC WINDOW VIEWS * Guest Bedroom is also an En-suite * Expansive Living Room is 23 feet long * Extra Storage Room is just down the hall * EZ access - THERE'S AN ELEVATOR * Monthly fee includes cable tv, water, sewer, ground maintenance & exterior building maintenance * YOU'RE JUST 2 MILES FROM VENICE BEACH! * Bird Bay is an active community with many activities to choose from including: pickleball, tennis, swimming, and more! Enjoy Legacy Trail for the avid cyclist, walker, or runner. This famous trail is desirable during all seasons. World famous Venice Island is known for quaint locally owned shops, restaurants, and beaches to view the Amber skyline at sunset with Emerald green waterways as your backdrop. You might even find your favorite seashell or shark’s tooth. There are many different public watercraft launches in the area for those looking for the true water lifestyle in their personal watercraft. Schedule your private tour today! One look & you'll fall in love *
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
940
Sqft
0.7 ac
Lot size
1976
Year built
One
Levels
$159
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,285 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
Estimated payment
$1,285/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. 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.
vs edgeAI estimate
−36.8%
Days on market
0 vs 64 typical
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 Bird Bay
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →
Bird Bay — neighborhood snapshot
Population
876
Median age
72
Median income
$73,173
Median home value
$247,600
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
15%
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 → $390K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 29% below the VENICE 34285 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
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
Iain Robinson
Broker Associate · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201 — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
Live availability from Iain's calendar — pick a time and it's booked. Confirmation lands in your inbox immediately.
Straight answers
618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,285/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,183. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. 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 $149,000, this home is listed about 62% below the Venice median of $389,450. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201?+
Venice Senior High School (high), Garden Elementary School (elementary), Venice Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the VENICE 34285 market on paper
$149,000 is 29% below the VENICE 34285 median of $210,000, and at $159/sqft it sits under the Venice average of $284.
02Fresh on the market
Listed today in a Venice market that averages 64 — if it fits, move quickly.
03Strong assigned schools
Venice Senior High School, Garden Elementary School, Venice Middle School — Venice Senior High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP · Ryan Brown. MLS #A4706957.
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.
Never miss a listing
New Venice homes, in your inbox
Like 618 BIRD BAY DRIVE S UNIT 201 but not quite? A daily digest of every new listing in Venice — straight from the MLS, hours after it goes live. Unsubscribe anytime.
Just watching this one home? Ask Iain to ping you on any price or status change →