1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512, VENICE, FL, 34285
Active5 days on marketListed Nov 2, 2026MLS #N6146335
About this home
1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512
Enjoy beachfront living on Venice Island in this beautifully renovated, turnkey furnished, two-bedroom, two-bath condominium at San Marco. Directly on the beach, this residence offers easy access to the Gulf's sandy shoreline and opportunity to enjoy coastal living from moment you arrive. The thoughtfully redesigned interior features an expanded, open kitchen that creates a more spacious and inviting living area, complete with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Both baths have been fully renovated with walk-in showers, while beadboard ceiling accents, tray ceilings, crown molding, and tile flooring throughout the main living areas add character and charm. One of the home’s distinctive features is its balcony, which extends outward from the building and provides wonderful vantage points to enjoy views of the Gulf, Venice Jetties and Roberts Bay, and is ideal for taking in coastal breezes and surrounding scenery. Additional highlights include impact-rated windows in the bedrooms and kitchen, a new water heater in 2026, and an air-conditioning system replaced in 2021. The building also received a new roof in 2024. An assigned carport provides covered parking, while a dedicated storage space and community laundry facilities are conveniently on the same floor as the residence. San Marco residents enjoy direct beach access, a heated community swimming pool and clubhouse, all just minutes from restaurants, shops and attractions of historic downtown Venice. Offered completely turnkey furnished, this move-in-ready condominium is ideal for a seasonal getaway, full-time beachfront residence or investment opportunity. Simply bring your suitcase and start enjoying life at the beach!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
867
Sqft
0.48 ac
Lot size
1969
Year built
One
Levels
$577
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.
$4,314 /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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Estimated payment
$4,314/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
−8.2%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$577 vs $244
Days on market
5 vs 49 typical
Where $577/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)
161 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 151% above the VENICE 34285 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’26$371,500
1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 503 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 867 sqft · $428/sqft · 191 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$369,000
1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 604 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 867 sqft · $426/sqft · 202 DOM
Sold · May ’26$435,000
1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 315 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 867 sqft · $502/sqft · 67 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
Frederick Paige
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $4,314/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 1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,009. 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 1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512?+
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 $499,900, this home is listed about 25% above the Venice median of $398,700. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1255 TARPON CENTER DRIVE UNIT 512?+
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
$499,900 runs 151% 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.
03Fresh on the market
Only 5 days on market in a Venice market that averages 49 — if it fits, move quickly.
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 PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY · Beth Sargent. MLS #N6146335.
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