Gran Paradiso 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 | Gran Paradiso | Venetian Falls |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $475K | $342K |
| Price per sq ft | $223 | $205 |
| Avg days on market | 45 days | 130 days |
| Months of supply | 1.8 mo | 1.6 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 126 | 60 |
The verdict
Gran Paradiso carries the higher median price — about 39% above Venetian Falls. Homes in Gran Paradiso sell faster (45 days on market vs 130). Venetian Falls is the tighter market on inventory (1.6 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Gran Paradiso | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Sarasota County, FL | Sarasota County, FL |
| City / area | Venice | Venice |
| ZIP | 34292, 34293 | 34292, 34293 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 45% of 31 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | not enough parcels sampled |
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
| Gran Paradiso | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 19 | 8 |
| Under contract | 13 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $279K to $1.3M | $300K to $485K |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence, Villa |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Gran Paradiso homes for sale · Venetian Falls homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Gran Paradiso | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,262 | 699 |
| Built | 2008–2021 (median 2017) | 2004–2013 (median 2006) |
| Typical living area | 2,534 sq ft | 1,922 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 71% | 71% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Gran Paradiso median | Venetian Falls median |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $268K (7 sales) | $269K (10 sales) |
| 2015 | $343K (20 sales) | $262K (23 sales) |
| 2016 | $352K (62 sales) | $320K (26 sales) |
| 2017 | $276K (56 sales) | $276K (34 sales) |
| 2019 | $312K (17 sales) | $277K (10 sales) |
| 2021 | $470K (13 sales) | $362K (6 sales) |
| 2022 | $558K (124 sales) | $433K (26 sales) |
| 2023 | $550K (44 sales) | $435K (7 sales) |
| 2024 | $592K (94 sales) | $415K (43 sales) |
| 2025 | $585K (61 sales) | $375K (25 sales) |
| 2026 | $475K (93 sales) | $369K (51 sales) |
Since 2014, Gran Paradiso's median sale price is +77% and Venetian Falls's is +37% — Gran Paradiso has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Gran Paradiso | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 93.0% | 94.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,035 sq ft | 1,703 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 36 (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
| Gran Paradiso | Venetian Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Taylor Ranch 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, Venetian Falls is the lower entry point (median $342K vs $475K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Gran Paradiso; Venetian Falls trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Gran Paradiso (45 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 Gran Paradiso more expensive than Venetian Falls?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Gran Paradiso is $475,000 versus $342,000 in Venetian Falls, about 39% higher.
Which has newer homes, Gran Paradiso or Venetian Falls?
Gran Paradiso: its homes were built 2008–2021 with a median year of 2017, versus a median of 2006 in Venetian Falls (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Gran Paradiso. The typical home there is 2,534 sq ft of living area, versus 1,922 sq ft in Venetian Falls.
Which has appreciated more, Gran Paradiso or Venetian Falls?
From 2014 to 2026 the median sale price rose 77% in Gran Paradiso and 37% 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 93.0% in Gran Paradiso.
Go deeper on each: Gran Paradiso homes, photos & schools · Venetian Falls homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.