Venice Real Estate Spotlight

Thursday, August 28, 2008

Buying Venice Real Estate

Location	-	18 Miles South of Downtown Sarasota
Featured Communities	-	Island of Venice, Osprey, Laural, Nokomis, South Venice
Area Activities	-	Dining, Shopping, Walking, Boating, Fishing, Biking, Sightseeing
Parking	-	Free Parking
Kid Friendly	-	Yes
Map It	-	Detailed Map & Directions
Address	-	401 West Venice Avenue, Venice, Florida 34285
Phone	-	941-488-2236
Extras	-	Near Venice Beach
Conditions Now	-	Partly Cloudy, and 90°

Venice Real Estate

Here is a shot of the area around Venice Public Beach. It is a great setting, with nice water, surf, and a long coastline that is perfect for walking.

The splendors of wonderful beaches, easy access to waterfront dining, and a feel of the gulf breeze in the air, are part of the gifts provided when owning a piece of Venice real estate. This is a peaceful area, yet vibrant with community activities and things to do. It is Gulf Coast living at its finest, with great shopping, art centers, boating, and nature communities located all over the city and Sarasota County itself.

Island of Venice

The hub of the fun starts in downtown Venice, a small city venue just a short bike ride from the Venice Municipal Beach. This city setting is a hot spot for both locals and tourists. The downtown restaurants and shopping surround a city park, with green grass, benches, and sidewalks perfect for strolling.

Who is Buying Real Estate

We spotted a woman walking through the park and asked her what brought her to Venice. She stated, "We used to live in Tampa and wanted to get away from the traffic and congestion. We got out our map of Florida and the islands dotting the coastline along Sarasota County caught our eye. Then we called a Venice real estate agent. Our new agent reviewed our real estate options and the inventory of homes available."

"A few days later we came down to take peek at the communities, and we just fell in love with the area. We really like Casey Key, Nokomis, and Osprey. Oh, and that was another attraction, the great real estate options. Waterfront condominiums, single family homes in gated communities or even boating communities with access to a private community ramp. Ultimately, we selected a single family home in Nokomis. It is right here next to Downtown Venice, and close to all the action!"

Sarasota County Communities

Paradise waits in the wonderful communities that make up south Sarasota County. Venice and South Venice areas form the core historic real estate communities. You may not realize that the Island of Venice is just that, surrounded by waterways. South Venice is just across the bridge, on the southern end of the city. Just to the north of Venice, you will find the residential areas of Osprey, Laurel, and Nokomis. Each area is hot for nice real estate selections due to its small town charm and locations for quick access to all of the great action the Venice area holds.

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Venice Area Photos

Venice is a hot spot for boating, with the wonderful waterways that spider through the residential communities. The jetties are a nice spot to relax and enjoy views.

You have a great variety of shopping and dining options around the area. South Sarasota County's tropical island lifestyle is a big reason behind the growth of the residential real estate market.

Buying a home around Venice allows you great access to boating options. There are numerous public boat ramps and marinas to launch or rent a boat from.

Venice is a great area to explore, with great views and wonderful sightseeing. Biking and walking are preferred methods to enjoy the local parks and scenic nature.

City of Venice Florida

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Venice Real Estate Questions or Comments

How is the housing inventory?

Q: Hi, Just trying to see how the inventory of homes looks now. Our family lives in Carrollton Georgia, but we want to move down. My sister has already relocated to a condo over by Venice Beach. The area is so nice, and that south jetty park is just perfect. Not sure of a better place to live than Venice, although both City of Bradenton and really all of Sarasota County are very nice indeed.

Take care, Joann Newburg (Carrollton Georgia)

A: Sounds like you love the Venice area as much as we do. There is a great inventory of single family homes and condominiums on the market, and plenty to choose from. A hot area is the redevelopment of the neighborhoods adjacent to Nokomis Beach and always hot Venice Beach. A suggestion is to try to pick a spot near one of the Sarasota County boat ramps, as the boating around sarasota is super. Please do keep in touch and let us know how it all turns out. See you in Venice!

Comparative Market Analysis

One of the things that helped us with Venice area real estate, was getting a comparative market analysis. We wanted a waterfront home. The comparative market analysis was the tool that provides current pricing on homes in our style. With a current analysis of our Venice home's condition relative to others, you can know an accurate expected sales dollar amount for our current home.

John Tate, "Mr. Real Estate" (Venice Beach)

Buyers Market vs. Sellers Market

Be sure to know your market. Definition: A buyers market is characterized by an abundance of product and increasing days on the market. In a buyers market and the increased days on the market (DOM), sellers are more motivated and willing to negotiate. At the same time, the lending institutions become more tight and conservative, and less potential buyers compete as buyers. Knowledge is everything in all markets.

Barbara Jones, ERA Real Estate Venice

Time to Buy Sarasota County Real Estate

When it is a buyer's market, you really can find some amazing deals and single family home bargains. The time to get into a great investment, known by the best of wall street as a safe secure way to build wealth. Expect to find a really nice and healthy selection of inventory, short sale, and foreclosed homes to choose from. Don't forget to shop around and get the best interest rate, perhaps using a source like bankrate.com.

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Historic Spanish Point

The local residents between Sarasota and Venice have a nice attraction to see, the Historic Spanish Point. It is an exhibit from prehistoric times to the early 20th century. We like ancient history, so it is fun for us. Located at 337 North Tamiami Trail, in Osprey FL. Heading north, the entrance is on the left off of U.S. 41. Osprey is not that big, so it is easy to find.

A. J. Choi, Osprey

Home Inspections

We have noticed that most Venice area home buyers don't understand sales contracts as they relate to home inspection provisions. Most standard Florida Real Estate Contracts provisions allow the buyer to have a professional inspection upon a signed contract. Meaning, after it has been determined that an agreement to purchase has been signed by both sides, an inspection period is identified. The contract typically provides a dollar limit (1.5% is common) that the seller is obligated to repair and options for extraordinary things that may exceed that limit.

South Venice Water

The city really needs to come up with a solution to the water problem in South Venice. I started real estate hunting and the home prices look really good on paper. However, no one wants to deal with the issue, and so you have no buyers. Those issues are not part of the Pinellas County Real Estate scene. South Venice city leaders need to get on the ball.

Lori Joy, Bee Ridge

New Home Builders

I just love the new home builders, as they now build for you, to make a home special. Each residence is distinctively designed to suit your individual tastes. The home builders focus on your lifestyle, with fitness rooms, pools, and more. New home construction is much better today.

Pete Hannah, South Sarasota County

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