897 Colonial Rd, Venice, FL 34293
FOR SALE
0.48 ACRES

897 Colonial Rd
Venice, FL 34293

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,515 sqft (on 0.48 acres)

$540,000

Original price: $584,000
Est. Mortgage $3,265/mo*
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$540,000

Original price: $584,000
Est. Mortgage $3,265/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,515 sqft
(on 0.48 acres)

Local Information

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Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Wow factor custom built in 2000, three-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two-story home in short distance (1.8 miles) to Manasota Beach. Home boasts 1,760-square-foot first floor and 1760-square-foot second floor of enjoyable living space. First floor features front entry foyer with 15-foot ceiling and glass chandelier, living room with decorative electric fireplace, family room with 17-foot ceiling, French doors leading to lanai. Formal dining room, kitchen with black appliances, under-counter reverse osmosis, raised panel cabinets, walk-in pantry and separate appliance closet, and recessed LED lights. Inside the laundry room with wash tub and storage shelves over the washer and dryer. Primary bedroom and bath with walk-in closet, soaking tub, double sinks and walk-in shower. Built-in central vacuum system. Storage closet under stairs leading to second floor. Second floor has 8-foot ceilings, two bedrooms and bath, and additional open hobby/playroom area. Home has attached two-car garage with painted floor, large work bench and pull-down stairs to attic. A 2024 Rheem 30-gallon hot water tank. Exterior has screened lanai, 50-year, 130-mph asphalt shingles installed in 2022, steel reinforcing bars for second floor to ground, outside shower and exterior entry door to half bath, and is prewired for future pool. Steel and Lexan shutters for the entire home. Landscaped with Florida vegetation and Malibu lighting. Home has never had any flooding or wind damage, according to the owner. Community features park with tennis courts, nature trails, playground, basketball courts. South Venice has private ferry to take you to private Gulf beach and private boat launch for a yearly fee if desired or enjoy the Manasota Beach area. Close to shopping and restaurants.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
View
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$215
Listed
50 days ago

Home Details for 897 Colonial Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2515 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Decorative, Electric, Non Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds, Window Treatments, Hurricane ShuttersDoor: Sliding DoorsFlooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, ScreenedFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached
Frontage
Waterfront: Gulf/Ocean FrontRoad Surface Type: Asphalt, PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 45Days on Market: 50

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2000
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Block, StuccoNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0472140043

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $540,000Price Per Sqft: $215

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: VENICECommunity: SOUTH VENICE

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: N6143498

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3303 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Fishing, Gulf/Ocean Front, Intracoastal Waterway, Private Boat Ramp, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)Not Senior Community
Other
Playground

HOA

Association for this Listing: VeniceNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.48 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: N6143498Showing Requirements: Lockbox - Electronic, ShowingTimeUniversal Property Id: US-12115-N-0472140043-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Basketball Court,Park,Playground,Tennis Court(s),Trail(s)
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Gwen Heggan, (941) 468-1297
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY, (941) 412-3323
Originating MLS: Venice
Source: Stellar MLS, MLS#N6143498
Also Listed on Stellar MLS.
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Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc - (407) 904-3511

Price History for 897 Colonial Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/04/2026$540,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #N6143498
03/20/2026$584,000Listed For SaleStellar MLS #N6143498
12/01/1986$14,500Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,715
Assessment$408,500
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What Locals Say about Venice

At least 349 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say kids play outside

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  • Frank DODY
    "Venice is safe and friendly for adults and children. Schools are supported through tax dollars and citizens."
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  • Melissa Porter
    "There are few families in this neighborhood but the high school is very nearby. There are great parks and playgrounds and the overall quality of life here is excellent. "
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  • Melissa Porter
    "I like when dog owners gather in the parks. Very community/neighborhood oriented. People are friendly and helpful. "
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  • Pselvey
    "I love the physical activities that are available. I love the intercostal waterway plus the beach. Love the freedom boat club located here. Also have fun at the thrift stores in the area. The food is unique. "
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  • Ann Capallo
    "Nice mix of young families and retirees. The schools are excellent. Our neighborhood has a beach accesssible by a ferry. It is also very quiet. Excellent medical facilities in the area"
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  • Lwsmith22
    "The only gated neighborhood in the Island. It has beautiful landscaping and good amenities including a gym, tennis courts, pickleball and a heated pool. "
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  • Hollyhallowell
    "Beautiful, friendly, safe, close to everything. We love living here. I work from home so I don’t have a commute. "
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  • Jbmlegal
    "Quiet, safe, close to beaches, close to shopping. Great location for retirees, young families. House are in good size lots and neighbors are quiet and mostly respectful. "
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  • George
    "Great access to downtown Wellen Park. Strong sense of community with friendly neighbors. Great weather and close to the coast."
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  • Michellejackman13
    "I use a golf cart to go to many shops and do my grocery shopping. It is a great way to get around on the island. "
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  • Mark Hood
    "Near a world class beach, fishing pier, south jetty, restaurants, shopping and nightlife and beautiful year round climate."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s perfect. We absolutely love living here. Every house is unique and well-maintained. Close to everything."
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  • Trulia User
    "This area is incredibly safe and beautiful. There are plenty of trees, great beaches and lots of great places to eat. It is safe for bike riders and many people also participate in sports like basketball and tennis. There are many areas to fish. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a wonderful community. While I don’t live here I own a small apartment here and have grown to feel at home here. It is safe, quiet, and charming and retains a sense of old Florida. I may yet move here in the future."
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  • Trulia User
    "Wellfield sports complex is nearby. Also, shopping and major roads are nearby. Houses maintain their value. People seek this area."
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  • Trulia User
    "yeah people walk their dogs every day, joggers, bicyclists. okay neighbors but that's just us, we have neighbors that completely blocked their view from us so.. heh.. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of great big amenities yet you get that cozy small community feel. It’s so close to beautiful beaches where breakfast brunches can be enjoyed while watching dolphins play! You can begin and end each day beautifully fulfilled here."
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  • James P.
    "The EastGate neighborhood is a hidden gem. There are a number of nice, older homes on good-sized lots, with many being upgraded with every new owner or already renovated. There are also many future opportunities as you look around. It's a perfect location between historic downtown Venice on the Island, and east to I-75 and the new areas being built out there. There's a Publix a block over and Venice Avenue isn't as busy as Route 41. Even with all the growth and new development, this part of Venice remains low-key and very pleasant. The homes here are a good value for the money and worth either buying and renovating, or buying an upgraded one. One of the best areas in the city that is not on the island, and my family has been here since the early 90s."
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  • Trulia User
    "So many opportunities for outdoor activities: walking, biking, boating, beach, swimming, surfing, shelling, shopping, dining, fishing, golfing, and so much more."
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  • Beth S.
    "its nice lots of festivals a dog beach good shopping and lots of grocery stores a dog beach and pretty parks"
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  • Trulia User
    "Trick-or-treat for Halloween is very active in this neighborhood. The neighborhood has sidewalks streetlights and community pool as well as baci ball court and horseshoes. It is only a mile and a 1/2 from the beach."
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  • Katherineupton97
    "Dogs are generally friendly and dog parks and beaches are free and available to the public. Brohard Beach is especially good "
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  • Shakira C.
    "It is a beautiful and quiet community by the beach. Restaurants are nice and there are different dining options. Sunsets on the beach are incredible beautiful. There is a fishing pier that is really nice."
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  • Maddiecasella
    "I have lived in Venice for 4 years. I have lived in 4 States and plan on making Venice my forever home. It is safe. There is many things to do. The school system is well run. I live my community. It just feels like home."
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  • Melissa M.
    "Friendly neighbors and safe neighborhood. Well worth living within a HOA, very well kept landscape. Close to amazing beaches! "
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  • Amy R.
    "It’s ok I just think Gran Paradiso is a poor community that thinks too highly of themselves.. they’re not to keen on having renters in their properties. "
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  • Jpvets
    "Not close to any public transportation. Far away from stores and grocery shopping where I live. Traffic during season is bad and takes twice as long to get anywhere than during the summer"
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  • Dlremo12
    "I have no commute as I am retired. Before I commuted between 5 minutes to one and a half hours depending on when I worked on the island, Sarasota and StPete/Tampa. This is a great place to live with good roads to other communities. "
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  • Juliette G.
    "Public transportation within walking distance and short commute to downtown Venice, Sarasota, Englewood and North Port"
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  • Esteladavis
    "The commute to downtown is about 15 minutes and also it’s close by the beach. It’s a safe city and near Sarasota "
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  • Dlremo12
    "There is a Dog park close by and it is on the beach. People enjoy walking the dogs in town and at the many fairs and fiestas as well as the farmers market. "
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  • Dlremo12
    "Many people have dogs and walk them on leash. A mile away there is a beach dog park people love. There are some side wound some areas without. "
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  • Idy F.
    "There is a dog beach/park where people and pets mingle. I've never seen anyone walking a dog outside of that area without a leash. Pets and pet owners appear to be happy.. as are the non pet owners who get to pet the dogs and talk to their owners. "
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  • Ccvanriper
    "Music in the park every Friday night! Community events to attend most weekends, loved the bike Glow Ride!"
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  • Dr. M.
    "There are a lot of dog parks, and public walkways, but most importantly... there’s a dog park on the beach! "
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  • Ccvanriper
    "Neighbors help each other out. We look out for each other and watch to see if there is anything out if the ordinary. "
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  • Jill M.
    "it's a safe neighborhood theirs bus routes here there's park's and good schools for the children. everybody seems very friendly and are willing to lend a helping hand without anything in return"
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  • Isabel D.
    "Not enough dog parks/beaches. There should be more dog waste stations to encourage dog owners to clean up during walks. "
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  • Vahideh
    "Very welcoming area for dogs. I see people walking their dogs all the time. The yards are not very large so something to consider for high energy dogs"
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  • Pressley S.
    "Community events and potluck and newsletters Still new to the area and learning of events and all that is offered Nice yard maintenance. Quiet and calm area for neighborhood "
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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Gwen Heggan, PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY, (941) 412-3323
Agent Phone: (941) 468-1297
897 Colonial Rd, Venice, FL 34293 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,515 sqft single-family home built in 2000. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Stellar MLS on Mar 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# N6143498.