VENICE VILLAS · Venice, FL 34285 · Sarasota County
Listing data updated October 17, 2026 at 8:34 AM ET · checked against the MLS hourly
Listed by BRIGHT REALTY (MLS) · Page maintained by Momentum Realty (EAB RE Investments LLC) · Brittany Brooks, broker of record
0Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
280Sq Ft
1950Year Built
$607Per Sq Ft
WaterfrontNo CDD on record
How to read this page: MLS listing facts carry their source; everything else is labelled as a public record, a calculation, an estimate, or something to verify. Where local data is too thin to support a number, the page says so instead of guessing.
169% above
$/sq ft vs community
$607 here vs $226 median sold (12 mo)
Buyer leverage
Seller-leaning
8 days on market
Zone AE
Flood risk
Confirm requirements with FEMA; ~7 ft elevation
$1k–$2k/yr
Est. insurance · illustrative
Not a carrier quote; premiums vary widely by property. Get a real quote.
As of October 17, 2026, 908 Villas Drive #68 in Venice Villas, Venice is listed at $169,900 (280 sq ft, about $607 per sq ft). That is 47% below Venice Villas's median closed sale of $320,750 over the last 12 months (308 recorded sales). Per square foot it is above the community's recent $226/sq ft by about 169%. It has been 8 days on market, well inside the community's typical 33 days. Listing facts: built in 1950, waterfront. The parcel maps to FEMA flood zone AE, a special flood hazard area where lenders generally require flood insurance. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
No CDD assessment on record
Built 1950 · 76 yrs
280 sq ft of living area
8 days on market
Listing description
About this home
Own your own beachfront retreat with private beach access! No more looking for parking... just grab your towel and step outside!
Turnkey furnished. Great island location in Venice, Florida, collect seashells, search for Venice's famous shark teeth, or simply relax with your toes in the sand. After a day at the beach, explore charming downtown Venice, where you'll find local boutiques, waterfront restaurants, outdoor cafés, live entertainment, farmers markets, and year-round events.
Conveniently located near golf courses, fishing, boating, kayaking, bike trails, parks, and nature preserves, there's something for everyone. Sarasota, Siesta Key, and other Gulf Coast attractions are also just a short drive away. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee while watching dolphins, enjoying a colorful sunset from the beach, or dining at one of the many nearby restaurants, you'll experience the best of Florida's Gulf Coast.
When you're not using it, great income with short term rentals are allowed with rental agency right on site.
Description provided by BRIGHT REALTY and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.
Listing courtesy of BRIGHT REALTY · Listing agent: Marisa Marino · 941-552-6036Provided via the Stellar MLS Internet Data Exchange, as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID · Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. · deemed reliable but not guaranteedIDX information 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. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.
Property facts & sources
Every fact, sourced
Listing data, public records, our calculations, and what to verify — each fact shown once. Estimates and calculations shown are for general information only, are not appraisals or advice, and should be independently verified.
Listing facts MLS
List price$169,900
Bed / bath0 / 1
Living area280 sq ft
Year built1950
Property typeCondominium
MLS #A4700307
Listing status8 days on market (MLS)
Public records & third-party data
FEMA flood zoneZone AE
Ground elevation~7 ft
CountySarasota
Area listings2912 active · 1051 under contract
Estimated first-year tax~$1,625/yr
CDD assessmentNone on record
HOANot reported
Calculated estimates
Price per sq ft$607
Estimated monthly payment$1,169
Insurance (illustrative)$1k–$2k/yr
Comparable-sales median$320,750
Buyer should verify Buyer verify
Exact HOA dues, fees, and restrictionsRoof age and conditionHVAC age and conditionA property-specific insurance quoteSurvey and lot boundariesPermit historyFlood-insurance requirementsSchool zoning (confirm with the district)Property taxes after sale (homestead reset)CDD / community assessmentsSquare footage and room dimensions
Financing
Estimated monthly payment
$1,169/mo
Principal & interest $941/mo81%
Taxes $135/mo12%
Insurance $92/mo8%
$1,169/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 7.4% · edit any field to update.
Estimate: asking price less the $50,000 homestead exemption × Sarasota County rate (13.48 mills, county-average millage, 2025; verify with the property appraiser). Not a bill.
⚠️
Property taxes in Florida are reassessed after a sale, so a buyer’s first full-year bill can be higher than the seller’s. Budget from this estimate, not the current bill, before you make an offer.
Current owner’s estimated bill $1,550/yr ($129/mo) — taxable value $114,300 × 13.48 mills
$75 more each year
(+5%)
The current owner’s taxable value is below today’s asking price; after a sale the assessment is set from market value, so the estimated bill is higher. Exemptions and portability can reduce it.
$114,300
Market value
$114,300
Assessed
$114,300
Taxable
Certified 2025 tax roll values for this parcel (Florida DOR). The roll gives values, not the bill; the current owner’s bill above is estimated from the taxable value.
Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), Stellar MLS; millage: Florida TaxWatch 2025 How Florida Counties Compare (county-average millage); school portion estimated at ~42% of total, capped at 6.50 mills. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill; the county property appraiser and tax collector set the actual amount.
What it really costs to own 908 Villas Drive #68
The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from this listing's MLS record, the county tax roll, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.
Property tax
The current owner's bill is about $1,550/yr (certified county roll, taxable value × millage). Buy at the asking price of $169,900 and the first-year bill resets to about $1,625/yr (the parcel is matched to the certified roll; asking price less the $50,000 homestead exemption × 13.48 mills (county-average millage, estimate)); Save Our Homes caps later increases at 3%/yr.
Home and flood insurance
The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Sarasota County is $2,126/yr (4,849 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes differ by roof age, wind mitigation and distance to the coast. The page's modeled range for this home is $1,000–$1,500/yr; neither is a quote. Flood: this address maps to FEMA zone AE, a high-risk zone where flood insurance is required with a federally backed mortgage. Statewide, a zone A/AE/VE flood policy runs about $1,200–$2,500/yr (FEMA Risk Rating 2.0 averages, not a quote).
Roof and age
Built in 1950. An original roof would be about 76 years old; under Florida's 2022 reform (SB 2-D) carriers may require an inspection past 15 years, so budget for a roof report and ask for the roof permit date.
Estimated ownership costs
Estimated costs & disclosures
Estimated ownership costs for general information. Confirm each with the county, your lender, and an insurer. See data & estimate notes.
CDD assessment
None on record
No CDD assessment appears in our records for this community. CDD assessments show on the county tax bill — confirm with the tax collector.
Insurance (illustrative range)
$1k–$2k/yr
An illustrative modeled range, not based on carrier underwriting and not a quote. Florida premiums vary significantly by roof age, wind-mitigation features, claims history, and carrier — a real quote can land well outside this range. Flood zone AE — confirm flood coverage. Get a quote from a licensed insurer before relying on any figure.
HOA
Not reported
Not stated in the listing. Confirm with the listing agent or the county record; $0 is used in the payment estimate.
Environmental data
Flood zone & elevation
Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.
FEMA flood zone
Zone AE
From the FEMA flood map. Lender-required flood insurance may apply; confirm for the parcel.
Ground elevation
~7 ft
Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.
Windstorm / insurance
Obtain a quote
Sarasota County is on the Florida coast; wind coverage is a major part of the premium. Premiums and coverage vary by home (roof age, wind mitigation, claims history); obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.
Hazard risk
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for Sarasota County, FL: overall Relatively High. Ratings compare this county with every county in the United States for expected annual loss from each hazard.
HurricaneVery High
Coastal floodingRelatively High
Inland floodingRelatively High
Heat waveRelatively Moderate
WildfireRelatively Moderate
TornadoRelatively High
LightningVery High
Strong windRelatively High
DroughtRelatively Low
HailVery Low
Cold waveRelatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index (county level, hazard risk ratings only). Ratings describe the county, not this parcel; the flood zone shown above is parcel-specific. Verify insurance requirements with your lender and agent.
Connectivity
Internet & broadband
Fiber
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Address-level fiber service is not confirmed for this home. Check the FCC National Broadband Map (broadbandmap.fcc.gov) or the provider for this address.
Cable
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Fixed wireless / satellite
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Momentum Research · Sarasota County
Pricing & the Sarasota County market
How this home is priced against recent nearby sales, and where Sarasota County has been over 25 years. Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records; closed sales, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates only; see data notes.
Price vs. size in Sarasota County
Each dot is a closed sale since 2004 (4812 total). This home is the gold marker.
Sale price (y) by living area in sq ft (x). Stellar MLS closed sales.
Median $/sq ft by year
Community sold $/sq ft, 2012–2026. This home lists at $607/sq ft.
Median sale price by year
12-month median closed price, 2012–2026.
Market Heat by year (0–100)
Momentum Market Heat, 2013–2026. Now 34 (cold).
Property timeline
This home’s history
1950BuiltPer public record
Aug 4, 2026First seen on movewithmomentum.comObserved at $169,900
NowActiveCurrently for sale
Build year is from public record. The MLS list date is approximate (today minus the cumulative days on market the MLS reports, which can span relistings). Other milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Transparency
Price & listing history
Listed for $169,900Momentum Realty · on market 8 days
Public records
Building permits
Permit history not yet linkedConfirm permit history with the county building department.
How it stacks up
Comparable recent sales
No closed sales of a similar home within about 10 miles in Sarasota County in the last 18 months are in our MLS data set, so this page shows no comparable-sales median or automated estimate for VENICE VILLAS. A licensed Momentum Realty agent can prepare a property-specific comparative market analysis on request.
The Messtimate™
The Messtimate
Insufficient local evidence for an automated estimate. The Messtimate is a deliberately simple range — living area × recent closed-sale $/sq ft from comparable homes nearby — and it only renders when at least 3 defensible sales exist within about 10 miles in Sarasota County in the last 18 months. None qualify for this home, so no dollar range is shown. It is not an appraisal or a valuation.
Want a property-specific value review? A licensed Momentum Realty agent can prepare a free comparative market analysis using the home, the lot, its condition, and the live market.
Methodology: the range would be 280 sq ft × the interquartile $/sq ft of comparable closed sales (same property type, living area within 30%, closed within 18 months, nearest verified subdivision, 3-mile, then 10-mile same-county stage). Estimate for general information only; never an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated October 17, 2026.
Momentum Scores
Momentum Property Score
53/100
Strongest on: Affordability (100), Market liquidity (73)
0 limited50100 exceptional
53/100 is below average across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.
A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.
Price vs area0
This home $607/sq ft vs the community 12-month median $226/sq ft.
Affordability100
List price $169,900 vs the community median $320,750. Not a measure of personal affordability.
Flood safety45
FEMA Zone AE, ~7 ft elevation. Verify the parcel with FEMA.
Insurance cost15
From FEMA Zone AE and a 1950 build. Obtain a property-specific quote.
Market liquidity73
Community median 34 days on market (12-month record).
Pricing power72
Recent sales closed at about 93.5% of original asking (~6.5% below). More room below asking generally favors buyers.
Market timing66
Momentum Market Heat is 34/100 (cold). Cooler readings generally favor buyers; hotter readings favor sellers.
Coverage: 7 of 8 indicators had valid data for this home; indicators without data are left out, not scored as zero. Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent comparable sales. They do not measure property condition, quality, or investment suitability, and they are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.
Momentum Research
The Momentum read
🟡 Asking $607 per square foot, about 169% above the community’s $226 median. Sarasota County’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $226. Median sold price per square foot is down 2.8% year over year. Confidence: Very High · 308 closed sales in 12 monthsMLS facts: Stellar MLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.
Recent Sarasota County sales closed near 93.5% of original asking.Why it matters: the community’s own record shows how far opening prices typically move, and how often buyers compete without financing.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, community-level, 12 months ending September 20, 2026. Aggregates only; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
What’s unique here: one of only 2912 active listings in Sarasota County, no CDD assessment.
Updated October 17, 2026 · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
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Recent local developments near this home, compiled from news and public sources. Provided for general information; verify details with the original source.
Oct 2026 · Development
Proposed 324-unit 1899 Fruitville apartment project in downtown Sarasota falls through
A plan by Bristol Development Group for 324 apartments, called 1899 Fruitville, near Fruitville Road and Washington Boulevard is no longer moving forward. Landlords told tenant business owners the project was voided. It had partial city approvals and was reportedly close to final permitting.
Why it matters: The loss of 324 planned apartments removes expected rental supply near downtown Sarasota and leaves the cottage commercial cluster in place for now. The project is about 21 miles north of Zz Stellar Sarasota Unassigned, elsewhere in Sarasota County.
Sarasota Memorial plans outpatient cancer center expansion in Venice, targeted for 2028
Sarasota Memorial plans an outpatient cancer center in Venice expanding the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, which opened in 2020. The first floor would hold radiation oncology, clinics, infusion and imaging, with a shelled second floor and a third floor for endoscopy and gastroenterology. Preliminary work has begun and the build-out is planned for 2028, pending permits.
Why it matters: Added oncology and outpatient capacity in Venice would improve healthcare access and create medical jobs in south Sarasota County. The site is about 4 miles north of Zz Stellar Sarasota Unassigned.
Sarasota County opens new $100 million administration building at 1 Apex Road
Sarasota County moved operations into a 121,160 square foot administration building at 1 Apex Road off I-75. It replaces the former building on Ringling Boulevard downtown, which was sold to a developer for about $25 million. Total cost was about $100.15 million, including more than $22 million from a voter-approved surtax.
Why it matters: Relocating county services to the I-75 corridor shifts daily government traffic away from downtown and frees the Ringling Boulevard site for redevelopment. The project is about 21 miles north of Zz Stellar Sarasota Unassigned, elsewhere in Sarasota County.
North Port breaks ground on $16.7M Warm Mineral Springs renovation
North Port leaders began construction on a 16.7 million dollar rehabilitation of Warm Mineral Springs Park, focused on restoring three historic buildings including the Admission Building and the Spa Building. Work is expected to take about 16 months with a potential reopening in late 2027.
Why it matters: Renovating a historic public park upgrades civic amenities and preserves a longstanding attraction while the site is temporarily under construction. The project is about 12 miles east of Zz Stellar Sarasota Unassigned, elsewhere in Sarasota County.
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Schools currently assigned to this address in Sarasota County, provided as neutral factual data. Assignments can change — confirm current zoning with the school district. This is not a statement about the home's suitability for any person or family.
GRADEA
Venice Senior HighAssigned high school · Sarasota County School District · Grade A (Florida DOE 2025-26)
Assigned schools per the MLS listing — assignments can change; confirm current zoning with the district. Browse school-zone pages →
Nearby & guides
City, county & community guides
Where this home sits, with links to the matching guides. General reference only.
Items worth confirming for 908 Villas Drive #68, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.
Built in 1950 (76 years): ask for the roof and HVAC replacement dates — insurers commonly ask for roof age on homes this old, and it changes the premium.
Condominium: request the association's budget, reserves, the most recent milestone or structural inspection report, and two years of meeting minutes before relying on the dues.
FEMA flood zone AE: lenders generally require flood insurance here — get an elevation certificate and a flood quote before the inspection period ends.
Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Sarasota County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
Waterfront: confirm seawall or dock condition and permits, and ask who owns and maintains the shoreline.
Listed living area is 280 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
Review permit history with the county.
Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $1,625/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $75 more per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (+5%). Exemptions and portability change the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser.
School zoning shown here comes from district data and changes; confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before relying on them.
Provenance
Data sources & freshness
Listing record
Stellar MLS, checked against the MLS hourly (last: October 17, 2026)
Comparable sales
Fewer than 3 defensible closed sales within about 10 miles in Sarasota County — no medians or automated estimate shown
Certified county tax roll (parcel-matched) × county millage; an estimate, not a bill
Insurance figure
Modeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering
Schools
2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district
Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.
Answered before you ask
Frequently asked questions
How big is 908 Villas Drive #68 and when was it built?
Per the listing record, 908 Villas Drive #68 was built in 1950 and has 280 sq ft of living area, 0 bedrooms and 1.0 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.
What community is 908 Villas Drive #68 in?
908 Villas Drive #68 is in Venice Villas in Venice, Sarasota County. Too few comparable closed sales exist nearby for this page to show local sales statistics; a licensed agent can prepare a comparative market analysis.
Why might property taxes on 908 Villas Drive #68 differ from the current owner's?
The estimate on this page (about $1,625 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $75 more per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (+5%). Florida reassesses a home after it sells; for a homesteaded seller the Save Our Homes cap on their assessment does not transfer, and a buyer's own exemptions and portability are applied separately, so the two bills usually differ. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Is 908 Villas Drive #68 in a flood zone?
The FEMA flood map places this parcel in Zone AE, a special flood hazard area where lenders generally require flood insurance on a mortgaged purchase. Confirm the parcel's status with FEMA and your insurer, and ask for an elevation certificate.
Can I rely on the figures on this page?
No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.
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Estimate methodology. Tax estimates apply county millage to the list price (less the homestead exemption where the parcel is matched to the certified roll) and will differ from the actual assessed bill. Cost and market figures are derived from available data and simple calculations, not a professional appraisal. We make no representation that any estimate reflects fair market value.
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Sold price and details are from public records and the MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Shown for comparison only — not an appraisal or a statement of this home's value.
