17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active319 days on marketListed Sep 22, 2025MLS #TB8430384
About this home
17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201
Pristine, brand-new (completed 2025) Veranda Series condo located in the prestigious Wellen Park Golf & Country Club. This spectacular turnkey-furnished property features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a versatile den/flex room, and a private 1-car garage. Meticulously styled with brand-new luxury furnishings, the property comfortably accommodates up to 6 adults. The open-concept floor plan maximizes natural light and showcases a modern chef's kitchen equipped with premium solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large breakfast island. The main living areas transition seamlessly to a private, screened lanai boasting peaceful views of the golf course and a permanent green preserve. The primary owner's suite includes expansive walk-in closets and an en-suite bath with dual vanities and an oversized walk-in shower. A private guest bedroom, second full bath, and a flexible den provide an ideal layout for guests or a home office. This pet-friendly rental comes complete with lifestyle extras including an outdoor grill, lounge chairs, and beach/pool necessities. Wellen Park Golf & Country Club offers an unparalleled resort lifestyle. Superb community amenities include a luxury spa-style pool, satellite pools, a tiki bar, a full-service clubhouse and restaurant, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce, and a children's splash pad. Highly centralized location just minutes from Downtown Wellen Park dining, shopping, and the pristine Gulf beaches of Venice and Manasota Key. Turnkey furnished and move-in ready. Pet-friendly with owner approval. Property accommodates up to 6 adults. Golf/Social membership transfer instructions and fees apply. Please see attachments for application and community rules. Contact listing agent for owner information, availability, and seasonal/annual rate structures.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,569
Sqft
0.14 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
2025
Year built
Two
Levels
$3
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$196 /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
$196/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$3 vs $254
Days on market
319 vs 58 typical
Where $3/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
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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 → $375K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
184 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% below the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201
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$400,000
12440 WELLEN GOLF STREET UNIT 101
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 sqft · $255/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$407,500
12470 WELLEN GOLF STREET UNIT 108
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 sqft · $260/sqft · 103 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$419,000
12998 BLACKBERRY COURT UNIT 49-101
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,741 sqft · $241/sqft · 11 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
Jasmine Ince
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $196/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Monthly Pet Fee, Pet Deposit, 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 $5,000, this home is listed about 99% below the Venice median of $395,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 17470 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 201?+
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
01Under the VENICE 34293 market on paper
$5,000 is 98% below the VENICE 34293 median of $306,450, and at $3/sqft it sits under the Venice average of $285.
02Golf Course & Park/Greenbelt & Trees/Woods views
The golf course and park/greenbelt and trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
319 days on market against a Venice median of 58 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong 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.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ST PETE REALTY · Yelena Golovatyuk. MLS #TB8430384.
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