Seller's Agent in 2025
Kim Stephens
RE/MAX
(941) 321-6858
7 in this area
79 Total Sales
1720 Forest Rd Venice, FL 34293
Venice Gardens Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,000
Sq Ft
7,841
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Florida Architecture
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
- Garden Elementary School Rated A-
- Great Room
- No HOA
About This Home
As of December 2025One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car garage home in Venice Gardens has lots of fresh and lots of new. New AC (2025), new Square D electrical panel (2025), fresh and recent interior/exterior paint and updated kitchen featuring SS new stove, microwave and fridge and bathrooms. Replumbed, with dry bar added to living area. Water heater installed 2017. All the updated infrastructure, 4 pt inspection, that insurance companies want to see. Very large lot has fenced back yard with room for a pool, garden or both. Perfect for pets, too. Pocket sliders lead to spacious, covered patio. County water and sewer, plus working irrigation well. Flood zone X means no expensive flood insurance required with a mortgage. Garage laundry has hot and cold water laundry tub. Great starter home or investment property with proven rental history at this outstanding central location near shopping, restaurants and services. Minutes to the Venice beaches too. This home is move-in ready and priced to sell.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP Brokerage Phone: 941-486-8686 License #650138 Listed on: 11/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,741
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 8,038 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 109x70
- Cul-De-Sac
- Northeast Facing Home
- Fenced
- Property is zoned RSF3
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Florida Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,000 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Sliding Doors
- Great Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Carpet
- Concrete
- Tile
- Luxury Vinyl Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Front Porch
Schools
- Garden Elementary School
- Venice Area Middle School
- Venice Senior High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Venice Gardens Community
- Venice Gardens Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 1256
- Assessor Parcel Number 0435140008
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 20, 2025
Closed on
Dec 9, 2025
Sold by
Brett Stephens Ira and Kimlisa Stephens Ira
Bought by
Johnston Erica L
Seller's Agent
Kim Stephens
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Olson
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
List Price
$260,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-5.77%
Views
41
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$900
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.26%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 2, 2021
Closed on
Sep 30, 2021
Sold by
Bauler Deanna and Dean Jack W
Bought by
Equity Trust Company and Brett Stephens Ira
Seller's Agent
Sherri Mills
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Buyer's Agent
Kim Stephens
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.52%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2014
Closed on
Jul 14, 2014
Sold by
Kent Steven and Kent Marcy
Bought by
Bauler Deanna and Dean Jack W
Seller's Agent
Janis Pierce
MEDWAY REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jon Lomelo
List Price
$125,000
Sold Price
$108,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-13.6%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.04%
Original Mortgage
$103,098
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 6, 2011
Sold by
Decker Tracy
Bought by
Kent Steven and Kent Marcy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,920
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 26, 2007
Sold by
Williams Charles H and Mitchell Kathleen M
Bought by
Decker Tracy and Kent Marcy
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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 | $245,000 | First International Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $230,000 | Alliance Group Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | $108,000 | Attorney | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $50,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $125,000 | Horizon Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $103,098 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $101,920 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Sold | $245,000 | -5.7% | $245 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/22/2025 11/22/25 | Price Changed | $259,900 | 0.0% | $260 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/20/2025 11/20/25 | For Sale | $260,000 | +13.0% | $260 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/30/2021 09/30/21 | Sold | $230,000 | -2.1% | $230 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/03/2021 09/03/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/02/2021 09/02/21 | For Sale | $235,000 | +117.6% | $235 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/14/2014 07/14/14 | Sold | $108,000 | -6.0% | $108 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/19/2014 05/19/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/04/2014 04/04/14 | Price Changed | $114,900 | -8.1% | $115 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/03/2014 03/03/14 | For Sale | $125,000 | -- | $125 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,956 | $188,100 | $77,000 | $111,100 |
| 2024 | $3,025 | $208,600 | $85,100 | $123,500 |
| 2023 | $3,025 | $218,200 | $84,800 | $133,400 |
| 2022 | $2,662 | $188,400 | $86,800 | $101,600 |
| 2021 | $2,202 | $143,200 | $60,400 | $82,800 |
| 2020 | $1,195 | $97,829 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,131 | $95,630 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,084 | $93,847 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,073 | $91,917 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,063 | $96,500 | $28,900 | $67,600 |
| 2015 | $1,078 | $89,400 | $28,400 | $61,000 |
| 2014 | $1,412 | $66,440 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kim Stephens
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Peggy Olson
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Peggy Olson
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
(941) 223-0686
3 in this area
46 Total Sales
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Sherri Mills
Seller's Agent in 2021
Sherri Mills
Michael Saunders
(941) 350-7112
1 in this area
75 Total Sales
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Janis Pierce
Seller's Agent in 2014
Janis Pierce
MEDWAY REALTY
(941) 468-5061
30 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Jon Lomelo
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: N6141575
APN: 0435-14-0008
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