19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active10 days on marketListed Oct 28, 2026MLS #N6146345
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About this home
19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE
TURNKEY-FURNISHED, Affordable, Maintenance-Free Living is being Offered in Wellen Park’s Tuscan/Mediterranean-Style Community of Gran Paradiso. This FRESHLY PAINTED (October 2026), TRUE 3-BEDROOM Magnolia Villa is Located on a Peaceful Preserve Homesite and has Numerous UPGRADES: Porcelain Tile Floors in the Public Rooms and Wet Areas plus NEW LUXURY VINYL FLOORING Installed in ALL BEDROOMS (October 2026), Crown Molding, Whole-House Water Filtration System plus REVERSE OSMOSIS in the Kitchen, UV LIGHT in the HVAC, NEWLY INSTALLED Smoke Detectors (October 2026), and the ULTIMATE Feature for Complete Peace of Mind. . . a COMPLETE HURRICANE SHUTTER PACKAGE (Installed 2021)! The Villa Association Covers Exterior Maintenance, and Future Roof Replacement. The HOA FEE Covers; Cable, Internet and Irrigation, Providing True Maintenance-Free Living! Gran Paradiso in Wellen Park is a Mediterranean/Tuscan-Style Resort Community with a Clubhouse Featuring a State-of-the-Art Fitness Center, Resort-style Heated Saltwater Community Pool with Beach Entry, Hot-Tub, Cabanas, and Brick-Paver Decking is the Social Place to Be to Meet Up with New Friends. A Full-time Lifestyle Director will Keep You Busy with Events and Activities. The Golf-Cart Friendly Community Features Pickleball, Tennis, Social Events, Billiards, Card Games and other Fun Activities. Schedule a Massage, Followed by a Trip to the Steam Room and Finish with a Sauna ALL ON SITE in the Clubhouse. Near Gran Paradiso is Downtown Wellen Park, with Shops, Restaurants, and an 80-Acre Lake for Recreational Boating, Community Events and so Much More. Close to GULF BEACHES too! Make an Appointment Today to Begin Your New Florida Lifestyle.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,420
Sqft
0.11 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2016
Year built
One
Levels
$225
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.
$3,078 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,078/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
+0.4%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$225 vs $242
Days on market
10 vs 49 typical
Where $225/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 Gran Paradiso
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Gran Paradiso — neighborhood snapshot
Population
3,979
Median age
63
Median income
$114,375
Median home value
$543,400
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
259
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)
163 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 7% above the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE
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$310,000
19962 BENISSIMO DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,420 sqft · $218/sqft · 436 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$294,000
12067 AMICA LOOP · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,416 sqft · $208/sqft · 104 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$325,000
20289 BENISSIMO DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 sqft · $207/sqft · 263 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
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $3,078/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $198/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 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $198 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,666. 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 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
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 $319,000, this home is listed about 20% below the Venice median of $398,700. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 19946 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
Taylor Ranch Elementary School (elementary), Venice Middle School (middle), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX PALM · Deborah Miller, PLLC. MLS #N6146345.
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