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3955 E Venice Avenue

VENICE, FL 34292

4 beds
2 baths
1,737 sqft
~5 acre lot
$546 per sqft
1974 build
– on site

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A special one-of-a-kind charming Ol’ Florida 4 bedroom home on 5 acres. This block home has an authentic rustic farmhouse style and has been maintained for decades by the original owner (a highly respected master craftsman/carpenter) and is move in ready for the next owner. The screened in front porch warmly greets you when you arrive. Then step into the home and you will be enchanted by the detailed woodwork. The main house has custom made wooden doors, wood built-ins, baseboards, crown molding, paneling all made by hand for this home. Even the living room floor planks were custom cut. In the living room there is a nostalgic wood burning stove. The kitchen is a galley kitchen with freshly painted cabinets, new counters, and newer appliances, there is even a built-in breadbox. Good sized primary bedroom with ensuite and has good closet space. The 3 other bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house(brand new toe pleasing carpet). Notice details of glass doorknobs, antique door latches, and unique light fixtures. The sunroom leads out to the heated pool and screened in lanai which overlooks the pond. There is a walking/biking path around the pond. The big RED Barn can be used as a garage plus the WORKSHOP is huge (35x24)! and there is a carport, too. There is an 800 square foot apartment separate from the main house, with kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and sitting room, and its own fenced yard. Plus, there is another smaller garage(14x13) NO HOA! Park your boat, RV on the 16x40 concrete pad w/ outlet. Your work trucks and trailers are welcome! Location is prime for quick access to I-75. Myakka River and the public boat ramp is about a 1/3 of a mile. Quaint Venice and the Gulf of Mexico is 7 miles. Wellen Park and the CoolToday Atlanta Braves Spring Training is about 5 miles away. The roof is new, most of the windows are hurricane impact windows. Electrical has been updated. HVAC is 4 years old. NEW appraisal has been completed! There is solar power, too. This is a country home retreat close to everything.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 22, 2025 •

MLS# N6131087 —

The Building

Year Built:

1974
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Window Features:

Impact Glass/Storm Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Building Area Total:

2436
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Additional Rooms:

Florida Room
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1737
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

Exit 191 turn south on River Rd. Turn east onto Venice Ave. Head down canopy rd. 3rd mailbox on the right. House can not be seen from the road.
Latitude:

27.098168
Longitude:

-82.33896
Coordinates:

-82.33896, 27.098168

The Property

Parcel Number:

0734004040
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Cleared
Lot Size Acres:

5
Lot Size Area:

5
Lot Size SqFt:

217800
Lot Size Dimensions:

301 x 735
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Total Acres:

5 to less than 10
Zoning:

OUE1
Direction Faces:

East
View:

Park/Greenbelt
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Lighting
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Well
Road Surface Type:

Asphalt
Flood Zone Code:

X
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0355F
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Legal Description:

COM SE COR OF SEC 7 TH N 01-30-41 E 2027.51 FT TO S R/W OF VENICE AVE TH S 89-50-05 W 905.90 FOR POB TH S 89-50-05 W 301.97 FT TH S 01-30-41 W 721.27 FT TH N 89-50-05 E 301.97 FT TH N 01-30-41 E
Tax Annual Amount:

9350

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

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:

Outside

The Community

Subdivision Name:

NONE
Senior Community:

false
Waterview:

Pond
Waterview:

true
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Spa:

false
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

Gunite
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Pet Restrictions:

Call Sarasota County for any restrictions
Association:

false
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Additional Water Information:

Pond on property. Myakka River is .4 mile away with public boat ramp.

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

1
Covered Spaces:

3

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Finished RV Port

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Utility Costs

$159/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/21/25 Jan 21, 2025	Sold	STELLAR_MLS	$950,000
8/2/24 Aug 2, 2024	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$950,000
5/8/24 May 8, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$950,000	11.8%

House Sold on 1/21/2025

$950,000

Listing provided by broker:

Mary Westbrook, PLLC

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

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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.

3955 E Venice Avenue

VENICE, FL 34292