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Property Description
A special island retreat designed for everyone-from beach lovers to their four-legged companions! Ideally located in the highly walkable neighborhood of Golden Beach on Venice Island, this charming home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a sparkling pool, deeded beach access 2 blocks away, tile flooring and plantation shutters throughout, and a pristine air-conditioned garage with an epoxy-finished floor. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its original character, the home features beautifully renovated kitchen and baths, along with numerous recent improvements including exterior paint, resurfaced driveway, patio pavers, PVC fencing, and HVAC. Outdoor living shines with a private pool, patio pavers, lush landscaping, and a fully fenced yard. The lush, refreshed landscaping is supported by an updated irrigation system supplied by a private well, helping maintain the beautiful lawn and gardens efficiently. Located in the preferred flood zone of X, this home nor it's neighbors have experienced any damage with storms. Come experience all that Venice Island has to offer - from dining, shopping & golf to the friendly and lively downtown activities like the weekly Farmers Market, numerous Car shows, craft & art shows, our own performing arts theatre and a dedicated Symphony. All within minutes of your new home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 429 Darling Dr
General
- Price: $1,240,000
- HOA FEE: $4/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $12,714 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: N6144793
- Updated: 6/25/2026
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1 Month
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Eating Space In Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Gunite, Screen Enclosure
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: In Ground
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Scre
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Other, Workshop in Garage
Location
- Area: 34285 - Venice
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34285 - Venice
- Subdivision: GOLDEN BEACH SUB
- Driving Directions: US 41 to west on Venice Avenue to south on Harbor Drive approximately 1/5 miles then west on Darling Drive. Home is on the left.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Venice Elementary
- Middle School: Venice Area Middle
- High School: Venice Senior High
Community
- Community Name: 34285 - Venice
- Community Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Association Recreation - Owned, Deed Restrictions
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Golden Beach Associates
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, See Remarks
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Florida, Mediterranean
- Architectural Style: Florida, Mediterranean
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,790
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1980
Lot Features
- Property View: Pool
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,600
- Lot Size: 9600
- Lot Dimensions: 122 x 86
- Frontage: Street Paved
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Vinyl
Water Features
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Gulf/Ocean
- Water Front Desc.: Gulf/Ocean Front
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $50
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Optional
- Tax Amount: $12,714
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 8 BLK 5 GOLDEN BEACH
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 178080032
- Property ID: 178080032
- Block/Lot/Section: 5
Listed by Michael Saunders & Company
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Schools
Schools serving 429 Darling Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Venice Elementary School 150 Miami Avenue East, Venice, FL 34285 | PK-5 | 1.1 mi |
Venice Middle School 1900 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292 | 6-8 | 6.1 mi |
Venice Senior High School 1 Indian Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 429 Darling Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/22/2026
Listed
$1,240,000
9.25%
MLS
12/27/2024
Sold
$1,135,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 429 Darling Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,714
22%
$851,600
23%
2024
$10,444
2%
$693,700
-4%
2023
$10,257
17%
$719,100
35%
2021
$8,731
-10%
$531,800
-20%
2022
$9,754
12%
$661,400
29%
2021
$8,731
6%
$512,800
4%
2019
$8,217
5%
$491,500
5%
2018
$7,830
-4%
$466,900
-7%
2017
$8,188
11%
$500,500
4%
2016
$7,400
7%
$480,500
28%
2015
$6,928
15%
$376,673
10%
2014
$6,037
6%
$342,430
10%
2013
$5,698
—
$311,300
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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429 Darling Drive, Venice, FL 34285 (MLS# N6144793) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 429 Darling Drive is currently listed for $1,240,000 and was received on June 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 429 Darling 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.

