12488 Palatka Dr Venice, FL 34293
Wellen Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,845
Sq Ft
5,603
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Gated Community
- Open Floorplan
- Taylor Ranch Elementary School Rated A-
- Lake View
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of July 2025SIGNIFICANT PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Discover your dream home in this beautifully appointed **TURNKEY FURNISHED VILLA with HIGH IMPACT GLASS and BEAUTIFUL LAKE VIEWS** This 3-bedroom, 2-bath villa with a Study/Den has over 1800 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space nestled in a gated, amenity-rich community just minutes from historic downtown Venice. This home offers the ideal blend of luxury, comfort and convenience. Enjoy peaceful and serene lake views from the extended lanai, complete with a natural gas stub for outdoor grilling, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The Villa’s interior showcases a coastal-inspired design, creating an inviting atmosphere to enjoy all year long. Notable upgrades include high-impact glass windows and sliders for energy efficicency and peace of mind. Adorned with beautiful stone counters, tile flooring, wood cabinets and natural gas cooking are just some of wonderful features you’ll enjoy. Two guest rooms and private bath provide a nice retreat for your guests and a generous size primary suite has lovely water views and private bath with walk-in shower, dual vanities, linen closet and two walk-in closets. This home offers a two-car garage and is being sold turnkey furnished, allowing you to move in and start enjoying the Florida lifestyle right away. This Sandcastle floor plan is not only maintenance free, but the generous space is also just the right size for everyone to move around with ease. The Grand Palm community features an array of amenities, ideal for enhancing your daily life with miles of recreational and biking trails, a full fitness center, two resort-style community pools and one dedicated lap pool. Tennis, pickleball and an array of monthly activities are available day in and day out. Don’t miss the chance to own this exquisite villa in a prime location. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence or a vacation retreat, this property has it all so take advantage of this remarkable opportunity and schedule your private showing today. Living the life you’ve earned can be more than just a dream.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY Brokerage Phone: 941-412-3323 License #3230408 Listed on: 01/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,244
Year Built
- Built in 2022
Lot Details
- 5,603 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Mature Landscaping
- Irrigation Equipment
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is zoned SAPD
HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Florida Architecture
- Villa
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,845 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Coffered Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Drapes & Rods
- Sliding Doors
- Great Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Inside Utility
- Lake Views
- Walk-Up Access
Kitchen
- Convection Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Split Vanities
- Single Vanity
- Private Water Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Taylor Ranch Elementary School
- Venice Area Middle School
- Venice Senior High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Thermostat
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 1548 / 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 0760101548
- $1,129 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include pool, ground maintenance, management
- Castle Group/Toni Michel Association, Phone Number (941) 278-8738
- Visit Association Website
- Castle Group Association
- Built by Neal Communities
- Grand Palm Ph 2B Subdivision, Sandcastle Floorplan
- Grand Palm Community
- Association Owns Recreation Facilities
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions, allowable golf cart usage in the community
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Community Mailbox
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 28, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Stevener T W and Stevener Living Trust
Bought by
Todd E Tidball & Susan R Tidball Rev Trust and Tidball
Seller's Agent
Kim Vogel
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jackie Griese
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-11.93%
Views
61
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
71.28%
Original Mortgage
$387,400
Outstanding Balance
$387,400
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$105,690
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2022
Sold by
Resource Conservation Of Sarasota Llc
Bought by
Stevener Living Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $480,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $420,795 | Allegiant Title Professionals |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $387,400 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Sold | $480,000 | -3.8% | $260 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2025 06/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | Price Changed | $499,000 | -5.0% | $270 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Price Changed | $525,000 | -1.9% | $285 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | Price Changed | $535,000 | -1.8% | $290 / Sq Ft |
| 01/28/2025 01/28/25 | For Sale | $545,000 | -- | $295 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,877 | $391,400 | $72,600 | $318,800 |
| 2023 | $6,877 | $448,100 | $80,600 | $367,500 |
| 2022 | $1,820 | $67,300 | $67,300 | $0 |
| 2021 | $891 | $71,300 | $71,300 | $0 |
| 2020 | $912 | $71,300 | $71,300 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kim Vogel
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
(941) 254-1996
65 in this area
101 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jackie Griese
Michael Saunders
(941) 718-0045
8 in this area
75 Total Sales
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: N6136641
APN: 0760-10-1548
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