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Venice Gardens is established neighborhood
Venice Gardens is a well-established neighborhood in Venice, Florida, located near some of the city’s amenities. “Venice Gardens is a unique neighborhood because it’s divided into two sections,” says Realtor Jo-Anne Sckowska with Michael Saunders & Company. “When they started building homes, there were no deed restrictions. I call it ‘The Land of the Toys.’ Bring your boat, bring your motor home, and you can park it at your house. That’s a nice thing; we have a lot of people who like that.” That makes up about three-fourths of the neighborhood. The rest of the community is covered by a homeowners association with a mild deed restriction. “You get that nice look without boats or anything like that,” Sckowska says. “Those homes are larger, as well.” Downtown Venice and the shoreline are about 4 miles away. The Chabad of Venice Center for Jewish Life is less than 1 mile away and is the primary gathering place for the Jewish community in the city.
Many Venice Gardens homes have waterfront access and sit on private cul-de-sacs.
Venice Gardens residents out enjoying a round of golf at Jacaranda West Golf Club.
Enjoy the amazing waterfront properties around Venice Gardens.
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Most homes do not have deed restrictions
The curvy streets of Venice Gardens are lined with palm and oak trees, and wildlife is often seen in front lawns or standing by the lake. Because most properties are not deed-restricted, apart from some houses in the eastern part of the neighborhood, residents are able to decorate their lawns as they please. Backyard pools, often protected from critters by pool cages, are common. Traditional and Mediterranean-influenced ranch-style homes were built between the 1950s and 1980s. Realtor Kathleen Stansfield with Exit King Realty says that most have an “Old Florida” feel. “What that means is, most of these houses, when they were built, were two bedrooms, one bathroom, one-car garage,” she says. “Tiny, 1200 square feet or less. So, a lot of people add on to them around the back, so you don’t necessarily see it.” There are also some new traditional houses. Prices range from $250,000 to $400,000 for a two-bedroom, while larger homes range from $450,000 to $600,000. There is no homeowners association for most properties, although residents can join the voluntary Venice Gardens Civic Association, which manages the community pool and community center. The Federal Emergency Management Agency says that Sarasota County has a very high risk of hurricanes. However, there is a relatively low risk of flooding.
Ranch style home with 2 car garage in Venice Gardens.
Many homes in Venice Gardens are lushly landscaped with tropical plants and trees.
Venice Gardens single family home with Mediteranean influences, rounded arches and tile roof.
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High school performing arts center hosts professional groups
Venice Gardens is part of Sarasota County Schools, which offers school choice. The neighborhood is zoned for Garden Elementary School, Venice Middle School and Venice High School. All three receive an A-minus from Niche. The Venice Performing Arts Center, which is managed by the Venice Institute for Performing Arts (VIP), houses the high school’s performing arts department and hosts lectures and shows. The VIP Arts Academy opens its apprenticeship program to students, allowing them to get hands-on experience in performance-related roles like lighting, sound and box office work.
Venice Senior High School in Venice FL is an A rated school with a winning athletics program.
Venice Middle School in Venice is an A rated school, grades 6-8th
Garden Elementary School in Venice is a B+ , 8 out of 10 rated school in statewide ratings.
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Cars and buses on Tamiami Trail
Venice Gardens residents rely on their cars to get around and can easily access U.S. Route 41. Also called Tamiami Trail, this major throughway leads to Downtown Venice and 27 miles to Downtown Sarasota. Breeze offers a bus route along the highway, offering some public transportation between Venice and Sarasota. Most people fly out of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, about 30 miles away, although the nearby Venice Municipal Airport is available for private flights. Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s Venice campus is about 5 miles north of the neighborhood.
Venice Gardens lakes and nearby parks
There are several manmade lakes scattered throughout Venice, set low enough that they do not flood during heavy rain. “You’ll see people out there fishing from a kayak or a canoe,” Stansfield says. There is a shaded playground at the nearby Woodmere Park, as well as a dog park and basketball park. Golfers can play the 18 holes at Jacaranda West Country Club. Many residents also head downtown to Centennial Park, where they can run through the splash pad or catch a concert or movie night at the park’s gazebo. The sandy shores of Venice’s beaches are only about 4 miles away. There, people can spend time on the water or fishing off of the Venice Fishing Pier. There is plenty of wildlife to be seen, ranging from seabirds and dolphins to nesting marine turtles. At the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, patrons can attend club meetings and crafting sessions or explore the extensive collection of books.
Pickleball is the latest crazy in Venice Gardens and around the country.
Residents of Venice Beach can be found out walking with their dogs on any given morning.
Venice Village local amenities include Jacaranda West, a championship 18 hole golf course.
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Nearby Downtown Venice and commercial strip
Residents often head into Downtown Venice, about 4 miles away, where they can find an array of locally owned boutiques, gift shops and eateries. “Most of the places are mom-and-pop places,” says Robert Goldman, Realtor with Michael Saunders and Company. Upper Crust Cafe and Bakery is known for its scones and Devonshire cream, and Trattoria Da Mino is one of several Italian restaurants in the area. At the Venice Farmers Market, vendors sell fresh bread, produce, and seafood every Saturday morning. Along Tamiami Trail, people are more likely to find chains and franchises. “It’s a commercial strip; it can be anything from shopping centers to restaurants to tire shops and body shops,” Goldman says. Publix is less than 1 mile outside of the neighborhood and is near Walmart, Target and Home Depot.
Venice Gardens Civic Association hosts community events
With citywide events and gatherings hosted by the neighborhood’s civic association, residents can often find something to do. “Venice itself is a hub for activity,” Stansfield says. In April, Downtown Venice draws in people from all over for the Sharks Tooth Festival. There, tourists and locals alike enjoy live music, food and activities for all ages. At the kids’ zone, children can get their faces painted and go hunting for shark teeth. The Downtown Venice Craft Festival is held every January, where local artists display and sell their wares. The Venice Gardens Civic Association hosts several community gatherings throughout the year, including plant and bake sales, line dancing lessons and seasonal events like a Halloween trunk or treat.
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Parks in this Area
Woodmere Park
Skip Stasko Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Nightingale Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Tarpon Park
Lake
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Venice Gardens Park
Transit
Airport
Sarasota/Bradenton International
47 min drive
Bus
Us 41 Byp S & Center Rd
Bus
Us 41 Byp S & S Tamiami Trl
Bus
S Tamiami Trl & Oneida Rd Ns
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Venice Gardens
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Venice Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Venice Gardens, Venice sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Venice Gardens, Venice over the last 12 months is $295,000, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,966
Median Age
58
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
15.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,936
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,291
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.2%
Advanced Degrees
10.6%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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