12196 ALACHUA LANE, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active3 days on marketListed Oct 21, 2026MLS #TB8560220
About this home
12196 ALACHUA LANE
Welcome to Venice's Gated Grand Palm Community! With 2120 square feet, 3 bedrooms/2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage and Bonus Space, this 2-story home has a lot to offer. Step inside to a den/office directly to your right with built in cabinets/desk. The kitchen/dining/family room combination is just beyond. Kitchen features modern white cabinetry, granite counters, center island with eat up bar seating, closet pantry and dining space. Sliding doors off the family room lead to an oversized screened patio with conservation views. A half bathroom for guests completes the first floor. Upstairs opens to a Bonus Space/landing space with convenient second floor utility closet. The primary suite is situated on one side with a walk in closet, dual vanity and large step in shower. The other two secondary bedrooms and full bathroom round out the upstairs. Central location, close to interstate, shopping and restaurants. It's good to be home!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,120
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2013
Year built
Two
Levels
$186
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.
$3,518 /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
$3,518/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
−17.9%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$186 vs $252
Days on market
3 vs 52 typical
Where $186/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 Grand Palm
Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →
Grand Palm — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,694
Median age
63
Median income
$114,636
Median home value
$496,100
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
149
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)
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 36% above the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 12196 ALACHUA LANE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$425,000
12664 SAGEWOOD DRIVE · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,121 sqft · $200/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$650,000
1343 STILL RIVER DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,237 sqft · $291/sqft · 19 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$485,000
12194 WAKULLA PLACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,954 sqft · $248/sqft · 9 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
Emanuel Marin Maldonado
Real estate agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 12196 ALACHUA LANE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 12196 ALACHUA LANE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
12196 ALACHUA LANE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 12196 ALACHUA LANE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $3,518/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $18/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 12196 ALACHUA LANE?+
The association fee works out to $18 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 12196 ALACHUA LANE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,440. 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 12196 ALACHUA LANE?+
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 $395,000, this home is listed about 1% below the Venice median of $398,250. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 12196 ALACHUA LANE?+
Venice Middle School (middle), Taylor Ranch 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
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$395,000 runs 36% above the VENICE 34293 median — but at 2,120 sqft it's also 32% larger than the typical Venice listing.
02Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Fresh on the market
Only 3 days on market in a Venice market that averages 52 — if it fits, move quickly.
04Strong assigned schools
Venice Middle School, Taylor Ranch Elementary School, Venice Senior High School — Venice Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of CARTER COMPANY REALTORS · Trish Carter. MLS #TB8560220.
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