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Property Description
Welcome to resort-style living at Bird Bay Village! This exceptionally large three-bedroom, two-bath corner unit offers maximum privacy with no neighbors living above you. The generous, light-filled floor plan features a versatile third bedroom utilized as a spacious second living room, ideal for a home office, den or guest suite. Best of all, your low-stress HOA fee keeps budget planning simple by covering water, sewer, trash, cable, internet, exterior maintenance and ground care. Unbeatable location less than two miles from historic downtown Venice dining and Gulf Coast beaches. Just near your front door, enjoy premier community amenities including multiple pools, tennis, pickleball, a fitness center and direct access to the famous Legacy Trail. Schedule your showing today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 868 Bird Bay Way #197
General
- Price: $290,000
- HOA FEE: $750/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,158 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4693292
- Updated: 5/19/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 3 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Private Entrance, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Enclosed, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Po
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 1
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Guest
Location
- Area: 34285 - Venice
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34285 - Venice
- Subdivision: BIRD BAY II
- Driving Directions: From US-41 (Tamiami Trail), turn East onto Bird Bay Drive. Take the first left onto Bird Bay Way and follow it to building 868.
- Direction Faces: Northwest
School Information
- Elementary School: Garden Elementary
- Middle School: Venice Area Middle
- High School: Venice Senior High
Community
- Community Name: 34285 - Venice
- Community Features: Bay/Harbor Front, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Bird Bay Village / Dave Richards
- Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Pet Restrictions: 999lbs.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
- Common Walls: Corner Unit, End Unit
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,244
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1979
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 24.09
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,049,407
- Lot Size: 24.0911
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Bay/Harbor Front
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $2,250
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $3,158
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condominium
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: UNIT 197 BLDG 33 BIRD BAY II
- Flood Zone Info: AE
- APN: 406021154
- Property ID: 406021154
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Schools
Schools serving 868 Bird Bay Way #197
School District:Sarasota County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Garden Elementary School 700 Center Road, Venice, FL 34285 | PK-5 | 3.5 mi |
Venice Middle School 1900 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292 | 6-8 | 5.8 mi |
Venice Senior High School 1 Indian Avenue, Venice, FL 34285 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 868 Bird Bay Way #197
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/18/2026
Listed
$290,000
—
MLS
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 868 Bird Bay Way #197
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,158
—
$211,500
1%
2024
$3,159
221%
$209,800
92%
2023
$984
-5%
$109,503
6%
2021
$1,033
-1%
$103,217
-3%
2022
$1,042
1%
$106,314
4%
2021
$1,033
3%
$101,792
2%
2019
$1,001
3%
$99,503
2%
2018
$974
2%
$97,648
2%
2017
$953
4%
$95,640
2%
2016
$914
1%
$93,673
1%
2015
$905
1%
$93,022
1%
2014
$897
1%
$92,284
2%
2013
$888
—
$90,920
—
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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868 Bird Bay Way #197, Venice, FL 34285 (MLS# A4693292) is a Condo property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 868 Bird Bay Way #197 is currently listed for $290,000 and was received on May 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 868 Bird Bay Way #197? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Venice? You can browse all Venice real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

