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3285 Datura Road

VENICE, FL 34293

Name: Open House: 12pm-3pm
Start: 2025-02-23T12:00:00
End: 2025-02-23T15:00:00
Location: 3285 Datura Road

2 beds
2 baths
1,254 sqft
8,000 sqft lot
$299 per sqft
1978 build
– on site

Built by celebrated home designer and builder Ruth Richmond who founded Richmond Homes in the mid-1950s, this mid-century inspired contemporary home has the cult classic design features her followers expect to see. Freshly painted exterior in January 2025, you’ll love the renovation done on the inside making this home move-in ready. Say goodbye to the original popcorn ceiling and hello to new LVP flooring throughout, new paint throughout, new toilets, new bath vanities with new sinks, new bath mirrors, new recessed lighting throughout, new refrigerator in 2024 and newer kitchen appliances, and new ceiling fans. The large, enclosed lanai has the original red cherry Terrazzo tile flooring and is not counted in under-air square footage so that offers additional flex space, along with a screened-in outdoor lanai, and a yard big enough for a pool that has a new wood fence and new double gate so you can park a small boat or trailer on the side yard. Storm prep is a snap with electric rolldown hurricane shutters on every window and door. NO STORM DAMAGE and NO FLOODING! This home gives its new owner the ability to take advantage of the South Venice Ferry and boat launch only available to local residents for a small annual fee. A new roof, new gutters and new air-conditioning unit were all added in 2021. This adorable beach house has been upgraded in all the right ways while preserving Richmond’s original architectural style. One of the greatest pioneers of Sarasota architecture and design, Ruth Richmond was the first woman in Florida to earn a grade A general contractor’s license. Her design style dominated the look of Southwest Florida during the 1960s which included her stunning and collectible Lucite and gold fleck doorknobs, innovative sliders that disappear from view, enclosed lanais, and her signature shaped arches that transition you in a subtle, but stylish way from room to room. Close to Gulf Coast beaches, Venice Avenue shops, restaurants, community theatre, golf courses, the new Sarasota Memorial Hospital and more. This gem is ideal for full-time or seasonal living, and it can be used as a short-term vacation rental. Possibilities are endless.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 19, 2025 •

MLS# A4639459 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1978
New Construction:

false
Builder Name:

Ruth Richmond
Architectural Style:

Mid-Century Modern
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Window Features:

Blinds
Patio And Porch Features:

Enclosed
Security Features:

Smoke Detector(s)
Building Area Total:

1968
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished:

Unfurnished
Flooring:

Luxury Vinyl
Additional Rooms:

Florida Room
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1254
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

From 41, turn west on Seminole, left on Datura Road and the house is down the street on the left.
Latitude:

27.058619
Longitude:

-82.415974
Coordinates:

-82.415974, 27.058619

The Property

Parcel Number:

0449130045
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Completed
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Flood Insurance Required
Lot Size Acres:

0.18
Lot Size Area:

8000
Lot Size SqFt:

8000
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

RSF3
Direction Faces:

West
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Hurricane Shutters
Fencing:

Wood
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Public
Green Landscaping:

Fl. Friendly/Native Landscape
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X500
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0341G
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Lot:

8945
Tax Legal Description:

LOTS 8945 & 8946 SOUTH VENICE UNIT 32
Tax Book Number:

6-86
Tax Annual Amount:

2790

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/A4639459
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

BB/HS Internet Available
Sewer:

Septic Tank

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

In Garage

Schools

Elementary School:

Venice Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Venice Area Middle
High School:

Venice Senior High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

SOUTH VENICE
Senior Community:

false
Waterview:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK
Pet Restrictions:

No pet restrictions.
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Additional Water Information:

Ownership of this property provides access to the South Venice Beach Ferry for a fee. This Ferry is private and for property owners only. Each property owner can purchase two annual Ferry passes and use the boat dock and parking area.

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

1
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$375,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,008
Taxes	$232
Insurance	$103
Utilities	$133 See report
Total	$2,476/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/13/25 Feb 13, 2025	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$375,000	-5.1%
2/6/25 Feb 6, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$395,000	25.4% (9.0% / YR)
4/14/22 Apr 14, 2022		STELLAR_MLS	$314,900	1.6%

House For Sale

$375,000

Cost Est.

$2,476/mo.

Price drop −$20,000

Listing provided by broker:

Leslie DuFresne

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This house located in South Venice, FL 34293 is currently for sale for $375,000. 3285 Datura Road is a 1,254 square foot house with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 16 days. This house is in the attendance area of Venice Elementary School, Venice High School, and Venice Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.

3285 Datura Road

VENICE, FL 34293