5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active32 days on marketListed Aug 19, 2026MLS #TB8536300
About this home
5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD
Virtually Staged. Welcome to easy Florida living in the sought-after, resident-owned 55+ community of Japanese Gardens! This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a functional split floor plan with an open-concept kitchen and living area, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The enclosed Florida Room adds approximately 170 square feet of additional living space, filled with natural light, while laminate flooring runs throughout for easy maintenance. The guest bedroom features its own private bath, offering privacy and comfort for visiting family or friends. Step outside to the large screened lanai with vinyl windows, perfect for enjoying Florida's year-round breezes. An oversized shed houses the washer and dryer plus extra room for a workshop or storage. Located in a vibrant, active 55+ co-op community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool, hot tub, pickleball, bocce and shuffleboard courts, a library, billiards room, and clubhouse with year-round social activities. Just minutes from Manasota Beach and close to the shops, dining, and charm of both downtown Venice and downtown Englewood, this is Florida living at its most convenient and carefree. Book your showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
719
Sqft
0.09 ac
Lot size
1976
Year built
One
Levels
$118
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.
$1,102 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,102/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
−34.6%
$/sqft vs JAPANESE GARDENS MHP
$118 vs $156
Days on market
32 vs 64 typical
Where $118/sqft sits among the 10 homes for sale in JAPANESE GARDENS MHP
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 Japanese Gardens
Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →
Japanese Gardens — neighborhood snapshot
Population
592
Median age
59
Median income
$67,935
Median home value
$267,500
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
56%
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 → $390K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.6%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
3 of 10
JAPANESE GARDENS MHP have cut their price
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 70% below the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$165,500
5691 TEAHOUSE ROAD · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 720 sqft · $230/sqft · 103 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$75,000
610 GLORIOSA DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 731 sqft · $103/sqft · 36 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$75,000
5920 TEAHOUSE ROAD · same community
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 684 sqft · $110/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
Chad Creech
President, Commercial and Development Services · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,102/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $294/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 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD?+
The association fee works out to $294 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,322. 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 5690 FORSYTHIA 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 $85,000, this home is listed about 78% below the Venice median of $389,450. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5690 FORSYTHIA ROAD?+
Venice Middle School (middle), Englewood Elementary School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the VENICE 34293 market on paper
$85,000 is 70% below the VENICE 34293 median of $282,990, and at $118/sqft it sits under the Venice average of $284.
02Strong assigned schools
Venice Middle School, Englewood Elementary School, Venice Senior High School — Venice Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $100,000, now $85,000 — a $15K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY LLC · Conner McBride. MLS #TB8536300.
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