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437 Driftwood Road

VENICE, FL 34293

2 beds
2 baths
1,736 sqft
9,920 sqft lot
$192 per sqft
1961 build
– on site

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One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. GREAT HOME at a great price! Welcome to your new home, complete with a charming peek-a-boo view of the lake. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or envisioning your dream retirement or vacation oasis, this property has it all. Nestled on a naturally elevated, yet level lot, it boasts curb appeal and peace of mind - it's not in a flood zone. For a nominal optional annual fee, you'll enjoy the benefits of a voluntary HOA including a park and community pool. Inside, updates abound, including a modernized electric panel box, newer kitchen cabinets and appliances, and Cali Flooring, renowned for its durability and style. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms spanning approximately 1700 sq ft, this home offers ample space and ambiance. The modified open floor plan seamlessly blends the home's original design with contemporary freshness, catering to today's market demands. The Florida room, adaptable as a guest bedroom or additional living space, enhances the home's open concept. Heating is efficiently controlled through both central heating and an electric fireplace. Hurricane shutters for the Florida room provide peace of mind, while a newer whole-house water purification system ensures your family's health and comfort. This home has some unique characteristics and was built to last. The sliders neatly hide away but provide closed door privacy if needed, that separate the living area from the sunroom. The Sunroom has a hidden additional Office space behind the build in Electric Fireplace. The most recent update to the home is the Newer Roof and that includes our areas current code requirements. You will find the best parts of the bathrooms were preserved giving the home a taste of it's original appeal. Take a look at the doors hardware, the original retro door hinges work amazing and are very interesting. This home appears to be a Ruth Richmond Home. This Builder was known for her innovative designs. One clue is the sliding glass doors and the way that they disappear into the wall. Another feature that she provided was a designated sitting area in the shower which you will see that the renovated bath shows an extension in the shower stall. This home is a really interesting, Mid Century Modern that you won't want to miss. Call for a showing today!

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 21, 2024 •

MLS# N6133268 —

The Building

Year Built:

1961
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Block
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

1
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Slab
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Building Area Total:

2039
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Laminate
Additional Rooms:

Florida Room
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Electric

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1736
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

US 41 South to Shamrock drive, turn left. Turn right on Valencia Drive. Turn right on Forest Road. Turn left onto Driftwood Road.
Latitude:

27.071189
Longitude:

-82.410579
Coordinates:

-82.410579, 27.071189

The Property

Parcel Number:

0436030044
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Size Acres:

0.23
Lot Size Area:

9920
Lot Size SqFt:

9920
Lot Size Dimensions:

72 x 135
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Total Acres:

0 to less than 1/4
Zoning:

RSF3
Direction Faces:

Southwest
View:

false
Exterior Features:

Hurricane Shutters
Fencing:

Fenced
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Flood Zone Code:

X
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

true
Lease Restrictions:

false
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

1261
Tax Legal Description:

LOT 1261 VENICE GARDENS UNIT 18
Tax Book Number:

12-27
Tax Annual Amount:

3660.9

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None
Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

Laundry Room

Schools

Elementary School:

Garden Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Venice Area Middle
High School:

Venice Senior High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

VENICE GARDENS
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Park
Water View:

false
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Spa:

false
Pool Private:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Pet Restrictions:

Local and county rules
Association:

true
Association Fee Frequency:

Annually
Association Fee Requirement:

Optional
Ownership:

Fee Simple
Association Approval Required:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

1
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

1
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Circular Driveway

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Utility Costs

$149/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
9/4/24 Sep 4, 2024	Sold	STELLAR_MLS	$335,000	-6.7%
8/4/24 Aug 4, 2024	Pending	STELLAR_MLS	$359,000
7/3/24 Jul 3, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$359,000	-6.8%

House Sold on 9/4/2024

$335,000

Listing provided by broker:

Holli Bryant

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

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Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2024.

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.

437 Driftwood Road

VENICE, FL 34293