897 COLONIAL ROAD, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active133 days on marketListed Mar 20, 2026MLS #N6143498
About this home
897 COLONIAL ROAD
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Wow factor custom built in 2000, three-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two-story home in short distance (1.8 miles) to Manasota Beach. UPDATE: NEW A/C MAY 2026...Seller giving a $3000 carpet credit at closing. Home boasts 1,760-square-foot first floor and 1760-square-foot second floor of enjoyable living space. First floor features front entry foyer with 15-foot ceiling and glass chandelier, living room with decorative electric fireplace, family room with 17-foot ceiling, French doors leading to lanai. Formal dining room, kitchen with black appliances, under-counter reverse osmosis, raised panel cabinets, walk-in pantry and separate appliance closet, and recessed LED lights. Inside the laundry room with wash tub and storage shelves over the washer and dryer. Primary bedroom and bath with walk-in closet, soaking tub, double sinks and walk-in shower. Built-in central vacuum system. Storage closet under stairs leading to second floor. Second floor has 8-foot ceilings, two bedrooms and bath, and additional open hobby/playroom area. Home has attached two-car garage with painted floor, large work bench and pull-down stairs to attic. A 2024 Rheem 30-gallon hot water tank. Exterior has screened lanai, 50-year, 130-mph asphalt shingles installed in 2022, steel reinforcing bars for second floor to ground, outside shower and exterior entry door to half bath, and is prewired for future pool. Steel and Lexan shutters for the entire home. Landscaped with Florida vegetation and Malibu lighting. Home has never had any flooding or wind damage, according to the owner. Community features park with tennis courts, nature trails, playground, basketball courts. South Venice has private ferry to take you to private Gulf beach and private boat launch for a yearly fee if desired or enjoy the Manasota Beach area. Close to shopping and restaurants.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,515
Sqft
0.48 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2000
Year built
Two
Levels
$197
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.
$3,603 /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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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,603/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
−38.9%
$/sqft vs SOUTH VENICE
$197 vs $259
Days on market
133 vs 47 typical
Where $197/sqft sits among the 87 homes for sale in SOUTH VENICE
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 → $389K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
41 of 87
SOUTH VENICE have cut their price
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 60% above the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 897 COLONIAL ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$265,500
3170 GALIOT ROAD · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,408 sqft · $110/sqft · 40 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$525,000
1010 ACADIA ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,958 sqft · $268/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$294,000
755 COLGATE ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,800 sqft · $163/sqft · 101 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
Robert Holmgren
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 897 COLONIAL ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 897 COLONIAL ROAD — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
897 COLONIAL ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 897 COLONIAL ROAD?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,603/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 897 COLONIAL ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,715. 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 897 COLONIAL ROAD?+
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 $495,000, this home is listed about 24% above the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 897 COLONIAL ROAD?+
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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$495,000 runs 60% above the VENICE 34293 median — but at 2,515 sqft it's also 60% larger than the typical Venice listing.
02Time on market is leverage
133 days on market against a Venice median of 47 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong 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.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $584,000, now $495,000 — a $89K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY · Gwen Heggan. MLS #N6143498.
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