1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161, VENICE, FL, 34285
Active23 days on marketListed Oct 15, 2026MLS #N6145990
About this home
1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161
Beachfront Luxury Awaits! Wake up to the beach and enjoy the coastal lifestyle in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath beachfront condominium. Enjoy balconies in both the front and rear. You’ll have plenty of space to relax, enjoy the views, and soak up the sea breeze. Inside, luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout the main living areas, with comfortable carpeting in both bedrooms. The updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry with soft-close doors, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, creating a bright and inviting space for everyday living or entertaining. Step outside and enjoy resort-style amenities, including a heated community pool surrounded by multiple sun decks, lush tropical landscaping, and beautiful waterfalls that create a relaxing vacation atmosphere. For boating enthusiasts, boat slips are available, adding even more convenience and opportunity to enjoy life on the water. This home is offered turn-key furnished, making it easy to settle in, use as a vacation getaway, or enjoy as a coastal retreat. And when you’re ready to venture out, you’re conveniently located close to restaurants, shopping, and all the attractions Venice Island has to offer. Beachfront, turnkey, updated, and relaxed. Your toes-in-the sand lifestyle starts here!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
934
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1970
Year built
One
Levels
$423
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.
$4,786 /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
$4,786/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
−8.9%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$423 vs $241
Days on market
23 vs 49 typical
Where $423/sqft sits among the 400 Venice 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 Venice
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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VENICE 34285 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
18,677
Median age
70.3
Median income
$68,301
Median home value
$345,000
Avg household
1.7
Households w/ children
611
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
$387K → $408K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
160 of 400
Venice actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 98% above the VENICE 34285 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161
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$465,000
1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 132 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 934 sqft · $498/sqft · 170 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$375,000
1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 261 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 934 sqft · $401/sqft · 387 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$489,000
1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 214 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 934 sqft · $524/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
Colleen Brown
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $4,786/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $1,353/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 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161?+
The association fee works out to $1,353 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,633. 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 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161?+
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 $395,000, this home is listed about 1% below the Venice median of $398,700. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1555 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT I-161?+
Venice Elementary School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high), Venice Middle School (middle) — 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
$395,000 runs 98% above the VENICE 34285 median.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Know the monthly fee
The association fee is $1,353/mo. That usually buys real services — verify what's covered before comparing this home against fee-free alternatives.
04Strong assigned schools
Venice Elementary School, Venice Senior High School, Venice Middle School — Venice Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Jessica Marsh. MLS #N6145990.
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