Venice, FL

The Island

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$9K - $3M
For Sale on Trulia:
206 homes
Rent:
$1.1K - $10.3K
For Rent on Trulia:
149 homes
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What Locals Say about The Island

At least 48 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say there are community events

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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  • 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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  • 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
    "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
    "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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  • 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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  • Tatiana I.
    "A piece of paradise. Everything is in walking and biking distance. The island has everything from parks, local restaurants, beaches, the jetty, festivals, a library, an art center, a local museum, city basketball, tennis, pickleball, and shuffleboard courts, a children's splash pad, churches, a hospital, and a grocery store. It also has and elementary, middle, and high school where kids can bike to school. At the downtown gazebo there are public concerts and there are often downtown festivals. Every Saturday there's a farmer's market in front of the firehouse. It's golf cart and bike friendly with the famous legacy trail bike trail. You can visit the public beaches, fish from the city pier or jetty, or venture out for an isolated stroll along Casperson's beach, known as the shark's tooth capital of the world. Botique shops, ice cream shops, and local restraunts provide plenty to do year round. Perfect for families or retires. "
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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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  • 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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  • Lrowe
    "tropical mayberry, safe, golf cart compatible, quiet, beautiful location, most livable of the coastal islands"
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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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  • Kim H.
    "A car or bike is needed to get around. Wonderful bike paths and well kept sidewalks. Venice is a beautiful place to live. "
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  • Bakersacresar
    "Easy and convenient to everything. Can be a bit slower during Season but still reasonably easy to navigate. "
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  • Rmerriman62
    "Very safe and friendly community. A short walk to a private beach and beautiful sunsets. A bit expensive compared to similar homes just a short distance away. "
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  • Dwoods9817
    "This is a residential community for short term and permanent residences. Families can feel safe with many parks nearby."
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  • Patricia L.
    "I’ve lived on Venice Island for four years. I love how people always acknowledge each other with a cheerful greeting. And I love having a supermarket, drug store, banks, post office, restaurants, art and exercise classes, theatrical and musical performances, and the beach all within easy walking distance. A very strong sense of community, with fun holiday parades and festivals throughout the year. Dogs are welcome at sidewalk cafes and there’s even a dedicated Dog Beach where dogs can run free and swim."
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  • Kathleen G.
    "There’s public transportation throughout Sarasota county however most people drive to work. The island is very walkable. I can ride my bike to the store or walk to town. "
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  • A34285guy
    "30 plus years. great quite area. close shopping and Health care. quite traffic. nice restaurants near"
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  • Patricia M.
    "Dogs are always welcome & most are very friendly. Every one keeps their dog on a leash & picks up after their dog. "
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  • Terrigraber
    "All old rude no manners yankees. No good health care or quality hospitals. All these peeps do is talk about where they from. "
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