$578,000
SOLD OCT 27, 2020

Gulf Horizon 555 the Esplanade N Unit 303 Venice, FL 34285

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,309 Sq Ft
$550/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$442 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

223 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Full Gulf or Ocean Views
  • Venice Elementary School Rated A
  • Public Beach
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2020

Beautifully remodeled Gulf front condominium with every extra you would want including fantastic Gulf views. Offered turnkey furnished with upscale furniture. No detail has been spared. Textured ceiling, framed door elements, diagonal tile flooring. under counter, recessed LED and decorative track lighting, built-in closet system, and much more. Fantastic 13 ft. long galley kitchen with all newer appliances. The lanai and Master bedroom have sweeping 180 degree view of the sandy beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Community has had major updates with a new roof and parking lot,new car ports plus new hurricane safety doors on the master bedroom. All assessments have been paid. If you are poolside or on the beach, or on your lanai, you will love the panoramic sunsets. You also are within easy walking distance from historic downtown Venice with all its art fairs, shops and Venice Theatre. You will love living the beach life in your spectacular Gulf front home. Gulf Horizons is a smoke free condo association.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Larry Higgins

RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY License #3107826 Listed on: 01/30/2020

RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Roseli Homem

KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S License #3337014

KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,496

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Public Beach
  • West Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $550 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Membrane Roofing
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,309 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Sliding Doors
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Solid Wood Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Humidity Control
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include community pool, escrow reserves fund, insurance, ground maintenance, pest control, pool maintenance, sewer, trash, water
  • Sunstate Management Association, Phone Number (941) 870-4920
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Gulf Horizons Community
  • Gulf Horizons Subdivision
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions
  • Rental Restrictions

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Security

  • Card or Code Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,496

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$550 per month

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1309
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Directions to Property: Go West on Venice Ave. to the beach and turn right on The Esplanade and proceed three highrises down to 555 and turn left into Gulf Horizons.
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Post Direction: N
  • Down Payment Resource URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/N6108819?w=Agent&skip_sso=true
  • Down Payment Resource URL 2: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/N6108819?w=Customer
  • Floor Number: 3
  • Homestead Y N: No
  • Unit Number Y N: No
  • Property Description: High Rise
  • Ratio: Close Price\List Price: 0.96494
  • Price per Sq Ft: 441.56
  • Close to Original List Price Ratio: 0.91761
  • View: Yes
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Elevator, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Street Number Modifier: 555
  • Room Count: 6
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed
  • Water View: Gulf/Ocean - Full
  • Water Access: Beach - Public, Gulf/Ocean
  • Water View Y N: Yes
  • Water Access Y N: Yes
  • Water Extras Y N: No
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100
  • Water Frontage Feet Beach Pub: 100
  • Disclosures: Seller Property Disclosure

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Humidity Control
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Pool, Water Access, Waterfront
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Storage
  • Association Fee: 550
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Sunstate Management
  • Phone: 941-870-4920
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Condo Land Included Y N: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Approval Required YN: Yes

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 6600
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 550
  • Total Monthly Fees: 550

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 0175142012
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 1

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Minimum Lease: 3 Months
  • Approval Process: See docs
  • Lease Restrictions Y N: Yes
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: See docs

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8495.87
  • Tax Book Number: 830-720
  • Tax Lot: 002304

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Beach - Public, Gulf/Ocean

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 30, 2020
Closed on
Oct 27, 2020
Sold by
Curless Richard A
Bought by
Lewis Deborah A and The Deborah A Lewis 1994 Rev T
Seller's Agent
Larry Higgins
RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Roseli Homem
KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
List Price
$609,000
Sold Price
$578,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$31,000
-5.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.68%
Original Mortgage
$462,400
Outstanding Balance
$412,408
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$448,216

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2016
Sold by
Rhodes Daniel E and Rhodes Betty A
Bought by
Curless Richard A

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2012
Closed on
Sep 28, 2012
Sold by
Megaffin Donald J and Patricia Megaffin M
Bought by
Rhodes Daniel E and Rhodes Robert E
Seller's Agent
Joan Lino
HOMESMART
Buyer's Agent
Robert Goldman
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.87%
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $578,000 Fidelity Natl Ttl Of Fl Inc
Warranty Deed $550,000 Fidelity Natl Title Fl Inc
Warranty Deed $325,000 Msc Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $462,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $258,745 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/26/2025 07/26/25 For Sale $729,000 +26.1% $557 / Sq Ft
10/27/2020 10/27/20 Sold $578,000 -3.5% $442 / Sq Ft
09/09/2020 09/09/20 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 Price Changed $599,000 -1.6% $458 / Sq Ft
08/07/2020 08/07/20 Price Changed $609,000 0.0% $465 / Sq Ft
08/07/2020 08/07/20 For Sale $609,000 +5.4% $465 / Sq Ft
07/19/2020 07/19/20 Off Market $578,000 -- --
02/24/2020 02/24/20 Price Changed $625,000 -3.8% $477 / Sq Ft
01/30/2020 01/30/20 Price Changed $649,900 +3.2% $496 / Sq Ft
01/30/2020 01/30/20 For Sale $629,900 +93.8% $481 / Sq Ft
10/02/2012 10/02/12 Sold $325,000 0.0% $248 / Sq Ft
07/18/2012 07/18/12 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2012 04/23/12 For Sale $325,000 -- $248 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $10,672 $662,039 -- --
2023 $10,672 $847,100 $0 $847,100
2022 $9,158 $624,200 $0 $624,200
2021 $8,166 $497,400 $0 $497,400
2020 $8,134 $485,900 $0 $485,900
2019 $8,496 $508,200 $0 $508,200
2018 $8,170 $487,200 $0 $487,200
2017 $7,918 $467,600 $0 $467,600
2016 $6,798 $483,000 $0 $483,000
2015 $5,217 $315,600 $0 $315,600
2014 $4,774 $261,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anthony Capotosto

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Anthony Capotosto

    EXIT KING REALTY

    (941) 586-2819

    26 in this area

    180 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Larry Higgins

    RE/MAX

    (941) 586-0754

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

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  • Roseli Homem

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Roseli Homem

    KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S

    (239) 980-0606

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Joan Lino

    HOMESMART

    (407) 476-0461

    7 in this area

    16 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Bonnie Price

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  • Robert Goldman

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Robert Goldman

    Michael Saunders

    (941) 400-2756

    20 in this area

    159 Total Sales

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About Gulf Horizon

Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: N6108819

Stellar MLS

APN: 0175-14-2012

Florida Sarasota County Venice 34285

555 the Esplanade N Unit 303, Venice, FL

This home is located at 555 the Esplanade N Unit 303, Venice, FL 34285 and is currently priced at $578,000, approximately $441 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 555 the Esplanade N Unit 303 is a home located in Sarasota County with nearby schools including Venice Elementary School, Venice Middle School, and Venice High School.

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