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Property Description
LONG GOLF COURSE AND WATER VIEWS ACROSS THE MCNEARY WATERWAY!! Open the front door and be amazed with gorgeous tile throughout and views to be seen from the front door all the way through to the back prepare to know this is the one the moment you step inside. Welcome to this charming updated property located in the desirable Venice Gardens area of the Jacaranda West Country Club in Venice backing up to the golf course with a canal waterview going out through it. Situated at 816 S Gondola Drive, this home offers a great opportunity for homeowners, investors, or those looking for a Florida retreat. Gorgeously tiled throughout, this home has been updated and expanded to include an audiophile room with several dedicated electric circuits just going to it for large speakers with the homes HVAC system expanded into this and another new room at the back of the house. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet. The kitchen is a gourmet's dream with plenty of cabinetry extended past the kitchen and an island featuring granite countertops and stainless appliances. The property features a spacious lot with plenty of room to enjoy the Florida lifestyle, whether you envision relaxing outdoor spaces, gardening, or just taking in the Florida mornings and evenings from your back Lanai. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and just a short drive to the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, this location provides both comfort and accessibility. With its prime location and great potential, this property is a fantastic opportunity to own a piece of paradise in Venice. This home shows super clean with recess lights and crown molding. This home was completely renovated before they bought it in 2014 and they have only improved it further since then. There was a entire house surge protector put in in 2015. This residence was replumbed with overhead PEX in 2017 with the sewer line redone in 2024, HVAC is from 2018, the two back rooms including the handicap accessible audiofile room were added in 2021, ROOF in 2022 and AC ductwork replaced in 2014. The reinforced garage door was installed in 2025. The insulation was replaced and updated for the entire home in 2022 to make for some lowered electric bills along with the new covered screened lanai. This is really asking to a much newer home and a bird lovers paradise out back! The screening is so heavy they watch squirrels go up and down it and feel no need to shoo them away. This home is 5.3 mi to the Venice Beach which passes right through the historic downtown area, 5.8 mi from the Manasota Beach and 5.8 mi to the heart of Wellen Park The Lakewood ranchesque style community that already has many shops and restaurants in place with live music from 6:00 to 10:00 every night and the area is growing daily including the Atlanta braves training stadium since 2019. There is a new Costco in Wellen Park as well. With all the farmers markets and theaters and art and sea shell and souvenir shops you will have to remind yourself that you actually live here in paradise.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 816 S Gondola Dr
General
- Price: $435,700
- HOA FEE: $16/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $3,678 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4692367
- Updated: 6/6/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 34293 - Venice
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34293 - Venice
- Subdivision: VENICE GARDENS UNIT 31
- Driving Directions: From US-41 (Tamiami Trail) in Venice, head south and turn onto Baffin Drive. Continue straight and turn left onto S Gondola Drive. Follow S Gondola Drive and the property 816 S Gondola Drive will be on your left.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Venice Elementary
- Middle School: Venice Area Middle
- High School: Venice Senior High
Community
- Community Name: 34293 - Venice
- Community Features: Deed Restrictions
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Jacaranda Golf and Country Club
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Florida
- Architectural Style: Florida
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,128
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1974
Lot Features
- Property View: Golf Course, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,800
- Lot Size: 8800
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Canal - Freshwater
- Water Front Desc.: Freshwater Canal
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $195
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,678.64
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LOT 31108 VENICE GARDENS UNIT 31
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 438050005
- Property ID: 438050005
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Schools
Schools serving 816 S Gondola Dr
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Garden Elementary School 700 Center Road, Venice, FL 34285 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Venice Middle School 1900 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292 | 6-8 | 2.8 mi |
Venice Senior High School 1 Indian Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 | 9-12 | 3.1 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 816 S Gondola Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/06/2026
Price Reduced
$435,700
-0.46%
MLS
5/28/2026
Price Reduced
$437,700
-0.5%
MLS
5/20/2026
Price Reduced
$439,900
-1.12%
MLS
5/08/2026
Price Reduced
$444,900
-3.26%
MLS
5/04/2026
Listed
$459,900
96.12%
MLS
5/08/2015
Sold
$234,500
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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 816 S Gondola Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,550
—
$292,620
3%
2024
$3,550
5%
$284,373
3%
2023
$3,397
39%
$276,090
41%
2021
$2,441
-23%
$195,431
-25%
2022
$3,181
30%
$261,252
36%
2021
$2,441
4%
$192,733
2%
2019
$2,336
-1%
$188,400
-2%
2018
$2,364
—
$192,300
2%
2017
$2,359
1%
$189,191
2%
2016
$2,341
-9%
$185,300
13%
2015
$2,586
87%
$163,600
50%
2014
$1,383
—
$109,109
1%
2013
$1,379
—
$107,497
—
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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816 S Gondola Drive, Venice, FL 34293 (MLS# A4692367) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 816 S Gondola Drive is currently listed for $435,700 and was received on May 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 816 S Gondola 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.

