South Venice
Neighborhood Reviews
Established ranch-style homes on spacious lots are common
The streets of South Venice are populated primarily by ranch homes built between the 1950s and the 1990s, with many having been remodeled in recent years. The spacious lots typically feature large yards and private drives, and many are enhanced by the presence of palm trees and custom landscaping. The median sales price of homes in South Venice is roughly $400,000, about 15 percent less than the median price in greater Venice. A quirk of the neighborhood infrastructure is that most homes are on well water, which means pumps need to be checked and maintained, but costly public utility bills are avoided. Coastal-style homes are among the larger, more architecturally distinct houses close to the Intracoastal Waterway.
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Ferry access is a unique perk of living in South Venice
To compensate the community for removing the footbridges when the Intracoastal Waterway was built, the corps gave South Venice $150,000 for a ferry. To this day, residents can buy an annual pass for $150 that allows them convenient access to the beach every day from 9:30 a.m. to sunset. The ferry-pass requirement means the beach itself is rarely crowded, even during peak tourist season when other Gulf beaches are usually full and parking is hard to find. The result is that South Venice residents get to enjoy the tranquil setting of what is essentially a private beach. “When I was a kid from Ohio and we’d come down and ride the ferry, I thought that was awesome,” says Seward. There is a neighborhood boat ramp at the same location, and annual passes for its use are $120. South Venice also is home to Shamrock Park, a sprawling recreational center that includes an array of traditional amenities such as tennis and pickleball courts and features a nature center where visitors can learn about the native flor and fauna. A network of walkways connects directly to The Legacy Trail, a paved bike path that connects Venice to downtown Sarasota, and the Venetian Waterway, which circles all of Venice.
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High school with a performing arts center highlights a trio of top-rated options
Just north of the neighborhood are three top-rated Sarasota County public schools that students can attend. Venice Elementary School, Venice Middle School and Venice Senior High School all are A-rated institutions by Niche, and the high school also received a 9-out-of-10 from GreatSchools for college readiness. Venice High also boasts its own performing arts center.
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Traditional retail centers and Venice's historic downtown are nearby
The convenience of living in South Venice extends to its location and its proximity to historic downtown Venice, which features boutiques, restaurants and other attractions in a charming, Old Florida setting less than 3 miles away on the Tamiami Trail. “It’s just so super conveniently located,” says Seward. The Tamiami Trail, which runs through much of the neighborhood, provides additional convenience with an array of eateries located along its business corridor. Highly rated neighborhood options include Lucarelli’s Italian and Baiyoke Thai Bistro. Less than a mile east is the Venice Village Shoppes, anchored by Publix and Target and including a variety of restaurants.
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Tamiami Trail makes travel throughout the area convenient
The Tamiami Trail provides access to points of interest nearby and along the coast. Downtown Wellen Park, a contemporary mixed-use gathering place that is the centerpiece of south Sarasota County’s newest master-planned development, is only 7 miles directly west of the neighborhood. Downtown Sarasota is about 20 miles directly north along the Trail, which can be taken all the way into Bradenton to catch Interstate 275 for travel to St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay. Additionally, State Road 776, also known as Englewood Road, runs through the neighborhood and provides a quick trip to the quaint village of Old Englewood less than 10 miles south.Established civic association keeps residents informed
The neighborhood is served by the South Venice Civic Association, which works out of a community center on Alligator Creek that opened in 1959 and remains a place for community events and classes. The association keeps residents up to date on news that affects them with a 12-page monthly newsletter delivered to their homes.
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Matt Pallister
Photography Contributed By
Pete Barrett
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Colleen Waldoch
Colleen Waldoch
HOMESMART
(941) 231-5920
76 Total Sales
1 in South Venice
$380,000 Price
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Ronnie Caron
Ronnie Caron
CARON REALTY INC
(941) 214-7424
24 Total Sales
2 in South Venice
$266K - $285K Price Range
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Jan Hlywa
Jan Hlywa
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(475) 263-4620
99 Total Sales
3 in South Venice
$338K - $500K Price Range
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Rachel Tritschler
Rachel Tritschler
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
(941) 541-2077
254 Total Sales
7 in South Venice
$219K - $399K Price Range
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Kevin Tai
Kevin Tai
PREFERRED SHORE LLC
(941) 231-5680
188 Total Sales
1 in South Venice
$282,000 Price
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Kimberly Lingley
Kimberly Lingley
HOMESMART
(941) 218-8644
36 Total Sales
5 in South Venice
$49K - $1.5M Price Range
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Shamrock Park & Nature Center
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
Skip Stasko Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Pirate Park At Caspersons
Nightingale Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Challenger Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Tarpon Park
- Lake
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/11/2014
Niche Review
Walmart, Publix, WinnDixie, farm markets, mom and pop shops.
7/11/2014
Niche Review
Gulf coast living comes with rain and sun. Lived here more than 25 years and never had a direct hit from a hurricane or tornado but they do occur every year.
5/8/2016
Niche Review
There is the growing problem of minor crimes such as theft and shoplifting. A growing income disparity and a lack of decent jobs drives a crime problem. The crime is nothing compared to a large town, but the problem is growing
7/11/2014
Niche Review
Depending on where you go the homes can be ok to really nice.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Venice | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Venice Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Venice, Venice sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Venice, Venice over the last 12 months is $361,320, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$406,245
Median Sale Price
$361,320
Median Single Family Sale Price
$390,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$412,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$502,152
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
147
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$259
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,808
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,504
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,769
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,106
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 3pm
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Sunday, Aug 31:30 - 3:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,061
Median Age
53
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,245
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,107
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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