Gran Paradiso vs Vinterra Townhomes
Two Sarasota communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-30.
| Metric | Gran Paradiso | Vinterra Townhomes |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $369K | $284K |
| Price per sq ft | $221 | $202 |
| Avg days on market | 66 days | 34 days |
| Months of supply | 1.4 mo | 0.6 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Balanced Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 126 | 42 |
The verdict
Gran Paradiso carries the higher median price — about 30% above Vinterra Townhomes. Homes in Vinterra Townhomes sell faster (34 days on market vs 66). Vinterra Townhomes is the tighter market on inventory (0.6 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Gran Paradiso | Vinterra Townhomes | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Sarasota County, FL | Sarasota County, FL |
| City / area | Venice | Nokomis |
| ZIP | 34292, 34293 | 34275 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 44% of 25 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 | Vinterra Townhomes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 15 | 2 |
| Under contract | 17 | 0 |
| Asking prices today | $319K to $1.1M | $305K to $330K |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Garage Condo, Single Family Residence | Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Gran Paradiso homes for sale · Vinterra Townhomes homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Gran Paradiso | Vinterra Townhomes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,262 | 99 |
| Built | 2008–2021 (median 2017) | 2024–2024 (median 2024) |
| Typical living area | 2,534 sq ft | 1,466 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 71% | 11% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Gran Paradiso median | Vinterra Townhomes median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $592K (94 sales) | $353K (20 sales) |
| 2025 | $585K (61 sales) | $318K (52 sales) |
| 2026 | $475K (93 sales) | $299K (49 sales) |
Since 2024, Gran Paradiso's median sale price is -20% and Vinterra Townhomes's is -15% — Vinterra Townhomes has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Gran Paradiso | Vinterra Townhomes | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 93.0% | 91.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 100% |
| Typical sold home | 2,035 sq ft | 1,373 sq ft |
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 | Vinterra Townhomes | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Taylor Ranch Elementary | Laurel Nokomis Elementary |
| Middle | Venice Area Middle | Laurel Nokomis Middle |
| High school | Venice Senior High | Venice Senior High |
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, Vinterra Townhomes is the lower entry point (median $284K vs $369K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Vinterra Townhomes; Gran Paradiso trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Vinterra Townhomes (34 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 Vinterra Townhomes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Gran Paradiso is $369,000 versus $284,000 in Vinterra Townhomes, about 30% higher.
Which has newer homes, Gran Paradiso or Vinterra Townhomes?
Vinterra Townhomes: its homes were built 2024–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 2017 in Gran Paradiso (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Gran Paradiso. The typical home there is 2,534 sq ft of living area, versus 1,466 sq ft in Vinterra Townhomes.
Which has appreciated more, Gran Paradiso or Vinterra Townhomes?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -20% in Gran Paradiso and -15% in Vinterra Townhomes (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Gran Paradiso — sellers there received 93.0% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 91.2% in Vinterra Townhomes.
What high schools serve Gran Paradiso and Vinterra Townhomes?
Listings in Gran Paradiso most often report Venice Senior High; listings in Vinterra Townhomes report Venice Senior High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Gran Paradiso homes, photos & schools · Vinterra Townhomes homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.