497 FIREBUSH DRIVE, NOKOMIS, FL, 34275
Active17 days on marketListed Oct 21, 2026MLS #A4710092
About this home
497 FIREBUSH DRIVE
Welcome to Venice Woodlands, a gated community where modern comfort meets natural beauty. This meticulously maintained, highly desirable Pomelo floor plan offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including a secondary bedroom with its own private ensuite bath—an ideal setup for visiting guests, older children, or elderly relatives who appreciate added privacy and comfort. Situated on a premium homesite with peaceful water views, this home features more than $48,000 in upgrades and a bright, open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the main living areas, while large windows bring in natural light and showcase the tranquil view beyond. The kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, solid wood cabinetry, upgraded stainless steel appliances, a custom backsplash, stylish lighting and fixtures, and a spacious center island with plenty of room for gathering and entertaining. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining and great room areas, creating an inviting space with beautiful water views. The primary suite is a relaxing retreat with large windows overlooking the water, a generous walk-in closet with custom shelving, and an ensuite bath featuring a spacious glass-enclosed walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and a third full bathroom complete the layout, providing flexibility for family, hobbies, or working from home. Step outside and enjoy a backyard with room to relax, entertain, or create your own outdoor retreat. Lawn maintenance and irrigation are included through the HOA, making exterior upkeep easy. A fence may also be added with ARC approval. Venice Woodlands offers beautifully maintained grounds surrounded by lakes and wooded preserves, along with an impressive collection of amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, resort-style pool, pickleball courts, and bocce ball. Conveniently located near Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s Venice campus, I-75, downtown Venice, shopping, dining, and the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, this home offers an ideal combination of location, lifestyle, and low-maintenance living. As an added bonus, furnishings—with a few exceptions—are available to remain with the home at the buyer’s option, offering the opportunity for an easy, move-in-ready transition. Built with Meritage Homes’ energy-efficient features and thoughtfully upgraded throughout, this home is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Schedule your private showing and experience everything Venice Woodlands has to offer.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,185
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
2021
Year built
One
Levels
$246
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$4,838 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 7.5%
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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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$4,838/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.
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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
+1.6%
$/sqft vs Nokomis actives
$246 vs $262
Days on market
17 vs 44 typical
Where $246/sqft sits among the 259 Nokomis actives
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 The Woods of Venice
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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The Woods of Venice — neighborhood snapshot
Population
418
Median age
65
Median income
$102,206
Median home value
$542,500
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
16%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Nokomis market
$465K → $500K
Nokomis median sold, yr/yr
96.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
107 of 259
Nokomis actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Nokomis, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 23% above the NOKOMIS 34275 median. See the full Nokomis market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$710,000
200 DAYLILY BOULEVARD · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,177 sqft · $326/sqft · 47 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$755,000
192 DAYLILY BOULEVARD · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,333 sqft · $324/sqft · 17 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$465,000
220 BENEDETTO COURT
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,237 sqft · $208/sqft · 135 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
Colleen Brown
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
497 FIREBUSH DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $4,838/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $232/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $232 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $6,255. 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 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 Nokomis?+
At $537,000, this home is listed about 5% above the Nokomis median of $509,135. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 497 FIREBUSH DRIVE?+
Laurel Nokomis School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$537,000 runs 23% above the NOKOMIS 34275 median.
02Move-in furnished
The furniture conveys — a genuine head start for a second home or rental, and one less five-figure line item after closing.
03Strong assigned schools
Laurel Nokomis School, Venice Senior High School — Laurel Nokomis School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of FINE PROPERTIES · Marina Myers. MLS #A4710092.
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