Merly Esgro
IAD REAL ESTATE
(863) 251-6479
31 Total Sales
4 in Venice
$215K - $1.1M Price Range
224 Gulf Dr Venice, FL 34285
Venice AreaEstimated Value: $1,149,000 - $1,654,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,144
Sq Ft
$441/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Water access To Gulf or Ocean
- In Ground Pool
- Open Floorplan
- Venice Elementary School Rated A
- Custom Home
- Property is near golf course and public transit
About This Home
As of June 2021Buyers situation changed Back on the Market The Jewel of The Island of Venice! Custom home built in 2005 with over 3100 square feet of luxury and all the latest building codes. Great Room floor plan with high volume ceilings offers views of the pool and beautiful yard from almost every room. A custom covered screened lanai wraps around the back of the entire home offering a great deal of covered outdoor living space. The custom lap pool with an expanded paver decking offers even more outdoor living space, all great for the Florida Winters! The master suite is very customized with an adjoining office and wonderful Master Bathroom which includes a bidet and tub as well as a large walk-in shower, all with views of the pool! Lastly, the master suite would not be complete without the wonderful custom walk-in closet. The kitchen is loaded with top-of-the-line appliances including Electrolux cooktop and double oven, a very fancy LG refrigerator, stone counters and wood cabinetry. The wet bar located by the dining area of the Great Room has the same beautiful stone counter and wood cabinetry. There are two bedrooms with a shared bath off the Great Room as well as another office or 4th bedroom if needed. The large laundry room is trimmed with cabinets and a nice folding countertop. There is also a guest powder room located off the Great Room next to the Wet Bar. Tile flooring and Plantation shutters throughout! This home also offers a separate detached real workshop with space for your favorite hobby! Plus it is located in a X flood zone (preferred flood zone), so no flood insurance is required with a mortgage! All of this comes with TWO private wide DEEDED BEACH EASEMENTS which is walking distance to this home! Of course this is The Island of Venice so there are numerous other beaches as well as an array of upscale shops and dining all throughout downtown. The Island of Venice hosts a Saturday Farmer's Market in the town square as well as special events like concerts in the park! There is also one of the largest live theaters in the country located right on The Island of Venice as well as a library and numerous other interesting places to get to know. Do yourself a favor and Come Live on Vacation! Please note: the seller's are building a new home on The Island and will need either a lease-back or delayed closing.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
AYERS AND ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE License #3014468 Listed on: 04/02/2021
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,541
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 13,172 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75x175
- South Facing Home
- Mature Landscaping
- Oversized Lot
- Level Lot
- Irrigation
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is zoned RSF3
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Florida Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Block Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,144 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Shutters
- Blinds
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Ceramic Tile Flooring
- Pool Views
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Solid Wood Cabinet
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Gunite Pool
Outdoor Features
- Water access To Gulf or Ocean
- Deeded access to the beach
- Property is near a marina
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Location
- Property is near golf course and public transit
- City Lot
Schools
- Venice Elementary School
- Venice Area Middle School
- Venice Senior High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Gulf Shores Community
- Gulf Shores Subdivision
- Rental Restrictions
Listing and Financial Details
- Homestead Exemption
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 9
- Assessor Parcel Number 0430120014
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 11, 2025
Sold by
Oster John G
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 2, 2021
Closed on
Jun 14, 2021
Sold by
Strelau Timothy K and Strelau Karen L
Bought by
Oster John G
Seller's Agent
Kelley Ann Ayers
AYERS AND ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
Buyer's Agent
Katheren Ayers
AYERS AND ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.80%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 13, 2017
Closed on
Apr 14, 2017
Sold by
Karr Judith and Karr Judith
Bought by
Strelau Timothy K and Strelau Karen L
Seller's Agent
Janice Holloway
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$965,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-17.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.21%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 2017
Sold by
Underwood Cheryl and Hommerson Robert
Bought by
Karr Judy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 2014
Sold by
Karr Judith
Bought by
Karr Judith and Judith Karr Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 15, 2008
Sold by
Karr Judith and Karr Lee
Bought by
Karr Lee and Karr Judith
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 15, 2001
Sold by
Frascone Thomas A and Frascone Tracy J
Bought by
Karr Judith
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 1998
Sold by
Rodrigue Lauraianne Y
Bought by
Frascone Thomas A and Frascone Tracy J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 1998
Sold by
Rodrigue Jean R and Rodrigue Laurianne Y
Bought by
Rodrigue Laurianne Y
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Venice, FL
-
Merly Esgro
-
Kelly Mooney
Kelly Mooney
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN
(941) 260-2557
139 Total Sales
1 in Venice
$630,000 Price
-
Brett Winters
Brett Winters
OLDE TOWN BROKERS INC
(352) 747-0916
67 Total Sales
1 in Venice
$449,000 Price
-
Brigittia Nickel-Long
Brigittia Nickel-Long
FLORIDA EXECUTIVE REALTY
(813) 437-5249
93 Total Sales
1 in Venice
$1,700,000 Price
-
Greg Martin
Greg Martin
STERLING REALTY
(941) 260-0717
61 Total Sales
3 in Venice
$278K - $345K Price Range
-
Shannon Thinnes
Shannon Thinnes
EXP REALTY LLC
(941) 413-1979
130 Total Sales
14 in Venice
$210K - $675K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Oster John G | $1,200,000 | Integrity Title Services Inc | |
| Strelau Timothy K | $800,000 | Attorney | |
| Karr Judy | $242,000 | First International Title In | |
| Karr Judith | -- | Attorney | |
| Karr Lee | -- | Attorney | |
| Karr Judith | $214,000 | -- | |
| Frascone Thomas A | $156,500 | -- | |
| Rodrigue Laurianne Y | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Karr Judy | $215,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Frascone Thomas A | $57,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/14/2021 06/14/21 | Sold | $1,200,000 | 0.0% | $382 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/21/2021 04/21/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/13/2021 04/13/21 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | 0.0% | $382 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/06/2021 04/06/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/02/2021 04/02/21 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | +50.0% | $382 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/17/2018 08/17/18 | Off Market | $800,000 | -- | -- | |
| 04/14/2017 04/14/17 | Sold | $800,000 | -17.1% | $254 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/07/2017 03/07/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/13/2017 01/13/17 | For Sale | $965,000 | -- | $307 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $18,393 | $1,095,300 | $481,900 | $613,400 |
| 2024 | $17,434 | $1,221,600 | $503,400 | $718,200 |
| 2023 | $17,434 | $1,145,900 | $499,500 | $646,400 |
| 2022 | $16,813 | $1,060,400 | $465,200 | $595,200 |
| 2021 | $10,488 | $678,616 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $10,541 | $669,247 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $10,274 | $654,200 | $307,800 | $346,400 |
| 2018 | $11,019 | $657,100 | $307,800 | $349,300 |
| 2017 | $6,864 | $445,240 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $6,615 | $562,400 | $213,200 | $349,200 |
| 2015 | $6,267 | $506,700 | $185,400 | $321,300 |
| 2014 | $6,242 | $408,424 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kelley Ann Ayers
Seller's Agent in 2021
Kelley Ann Ayers
AYERS AND ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
(941) 544-7802
87 Total Sales
-
Katheren Ayers
KA
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Katheren Ayers
AYERS AND ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
(941) 266-3193
86 Total Sales
-
Janice Holloway
Seller's Agent in 2017
Janice Holloway
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(941) 483-6699
84 Total Sales
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: N6114562
APN: 0430-12-0014
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