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Property Description
Welcome to 12185 Stuart Drive - a beautifully upgraded model in the sought-after Grand Palm community of Venice, Florida. This stylish and efficient 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom plus an office with a Murphy bed Celebration Series home features a private pool and is packed with thoughtful upgrades inside and out. Step inside and enjoy elegant crown molding, plantation shutters, and rich maple cabinetry that elevate every room. Recent improvements include a new A/C (2023), hot water heater (2022), and a complete exterior repaint (2024). The home is equipped with new hurricane-impact windows featuring Storm Smart storm catcher screens, a radiant barrier in the attic, and natural gas for cooking, pool heating, water heating, and drying clothes-all contributing to its certification as a Florida Green Home for energy and noise efficiency. The oversized garage offers generous storage space, including pull-down stairs for easy attic access. Located in unincorporated Sarasota County, the property benefits from lower taxes and Paid CDD fees, just a nominal annual fee-a rare find. Whether you're a young family or a retiree, Grand Palm delivers an unmatched lifestyle with amenities for all ages. Enjoy lap and fitness pools, one with a waterslide, scenic walking and biking trails, two dog parks, and a variety of sports courts for basketball, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and volleyball. Everyone will love the splash park and playground, and everyone can explore the private Lookout Point Island for fishing, kayaking, or peaceful nature walks. Spread across 1,005 acres just southwest of Center Road and River Road, Grand Palm is a nature lover's paradise, with about 330 acres of preserved open space, including nine miles of wildlife corridors. At its heart lies the stunning Adventure Lake, spanning 32-39 acres with an eight-acre island perfect for outdoor adventures. Recognized by Where to Retire magazine as one of America's Top 50 Master-Planned Communities in 2017, Grand Palm offers a rare blend of resort-style living, natural beauty, and community spirit. Don't miss your chance to call this exceptional property home. Schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12185 Stuart Dr
General
- Sold For: $550,000
- HOA FEE: $19/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $4,182 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4659030
- Added to Site: 182 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 6 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Attic Fan, Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Smart Home, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Lighting
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Shade Shutter(s), Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
Location
- Area: 34293 - Venice
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34293 - Venice
- Subdivision: GRAND PALM PH 1A
- Driving Directions: From the North: Take I-75 S to exit 191 River Rd. to North Port. R on N. River Rd. 2 miles. R onto Center Road .7 miles the Grand Palm community entrance on the left, Observation Blvd. pass through the gate .7 miles. Turn R onto Sagewood Dr. .3 miles, L onto Still River Dr. 800 ft., R onto Stuart Dr. .2mi, the destination 12185 Stuart Dr will be on the Left. From the South: Take I-75 N to exit 191 toward Englewood. Turn onto N. River Rd. 2.8 miles. Turn R onto Center Rd (SR-776) .7 miles. Turn Left into Grand Palm entrance on Observation Blvd. .3 miles, R on Sagewood .2mi, L on Still River Dr. .2 miles, R onto Stuart Dr. You'll find 12185 Stuart Drive on the left.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Taylor Ranch Elementary
- Middle School: Venice Area Middle
- High School: Venice Senior High
Community
- Community Name: 34293 - Venice
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Optional Amenities: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Christopher Chilton
- Pet Restrictions: Available in HOA documents.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Public, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Coastal, Florida
- Architectural Style: Coastal, Florida
- Builder: Neal
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Shutters, Storm Window(s)
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,954
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Living Area: 1,954 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2013
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,931
- Lot Size: 7931
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Pond
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Construction, HVAC, Pool, Roof, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $57
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- CDD: Yes
- Tax Amount: $4,182
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 121, GRAND PALM PHASE 1A
- Flood Zone Info: X500
- APN: 757060121
- Property ID: 757060121
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Schools
Schools serving 12185 Stuart Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Taylor Ranch Elementary School 2500 Taylor Ranch Trail, Venice, FL 34293 | PK-5 | 2.1 mi |
Venice Middle School 1900 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Venice Senior High School 1 Indian Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 | 9-12 | 6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 12185 Stuart Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/12/2025
Sold
$550,000
-8.18%
MLS
7/17/2025
Listed
$599,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
12185 Stuart Drive, Venice, FL 34293 (MLS# A4659030) is a Single Family property that was sold at $550,000 on September 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 12185 Stuart Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Venice? You can browse all Venice real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

