Bird Bay II vs Venetian Falls
Two Sarasota communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-02.
| Metric | Bird Bay II | Venetian Falls |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $222K | $342K |
| Price per sq ft | $206 | $205 |
| Avg days on market | 89 days | 130 days |
| Months of supply | 3.9 mo | 1.6 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 28 | 60 |
The verdict
Venetian Falls carries the higher median price — about 54% above Bird Bay II. Homes in Bird Bay II sell faster (89 days on market vs 130). Venetian Falls is the tighter market on inventory (1.6 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Bird Bay II | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Sarasota County, FL | Sarasota County, FL |
| City / area | Venice | Venice |
| ZIP | 34285, 34292 | 34292, 34293 |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Bird Bay II | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 9 | 8 |
| Under contract | 1 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $175K to $275K | $300K to $485K |
| Property types listed | Condominium | Single Family Residence, Villa |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Bird Bay II homes for sale · Venetian Falls homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Bird Bay II | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 219 | 699 |
| Built | 1973–1978 (median 1978) | 2004–2013 (median 2006) |
| Typical living area | 1,193 sq ft | 1,922 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 32% | 71% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Bird Bay II median | Venetian Falls median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $105K (4 sales) | $201K (3 sales) |
| 2014 | $142K (11 sales) | $269K (10 sales) |
| 2015 | $154K (8 sales) | $262K (23 sales) |
| 2016 | $150K (13 sales) | $320K (26 sales) |
| 2017 | $156K (15 sales) | $276K (34 sales) |
| 2019 | $160K (3 sales) | $277K (10 sales) |
| 2022 | $280K (9 sales) | $433K (26 sales) |
| 2023 | $285K (5 sales) | $435K (7 sales) |
| 2024 | $263K (17 sales) | $415K (43 sales) |
| 2025 | $255K (18 sales) | $375K (25 sales) |
| 2026 | $215K (20 sales) | $369K (51 sales) |
Since 2012, Bird Bay II's median sale price is +105% and Venetian Falls's is +84% — Bird Bay II has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Bird Bay II | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 88.0% | 94.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,092 sq ft | 1,703 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 32 (cold) | 43 (normal) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Bird Bay II | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Garden Elementary | not reported |
| Middle | Venice Area Middle | not reported |
| High school | Venice Senior High | not reported |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Bird Bay II is the lower entry point (median $222K vs $342K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Venetian Falls; Bird Bay II trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Bird Bay II (89 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Venetian Falls more expensive than Bird Bay II?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Venetian Falls is $342,000 versus $222,000 in Bird Bay II, about 54% higher.
Which has newer homes, Bird Bay II or Venetian Falls?
Venetian Falls: its homes were built 2004–2013 with a median year of 2006, versus a median of 1978 in Bird Bay II (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Venetian Falls. The typical home there is 1,922 sq ft of living area, versus 1,193 sq ft in Bird Bay II.
Which has appreciated more, Bird Bay II or Venetian Falls?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 105% in Bird Bay II and 84% in Venetian Falls (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Venetian Falls — sellers there received 94.2% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 88.0% in Bird Bay II.
Go deeper on each: Bird Bay II homes, photos & schools · Venetian Falls homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.