3/2 lakefront home in Venice Gardens in Venice. X flood zone, no HOA, updated kitchen and baths, 630+ sq ft garage, 1597 sq ft living space. Lakefront living in Venice Gardens with practical ownership advantages that buyers often ask about first. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Venice home offers 1,597 sq ft of living space, 2,832 sq ft under roof, public water and sewer, an X flood zone designation, no HOA, no deed restrictions, and no CDD fees. Set on one of the chain of lakes in Venice Gardens, the home combines water views, useful updates, and a location close to the best of Venice. Block construction adds a practical Florida benefit, while the updated kitchen and bathrooms help support everyday comfort and ease of ownership. The kitchen features soaring ceilings, timeless white shaker-style cabinetry, and a bright connection to the main living areas. The bathrooms have also been updated, giving the home a more move-in-ready feel while keeping the layout functional for daily living. Storage, hobby space, and utility are strong points here. The oversized 630+ sq ft 2-car garage includes workshop space, offering room for tools, projects, bikes, beach gear, or additional household storage. One of the standout spaces is the expansive 430 sq ft enclosed Florida room overlooking the lake. It adds flexible indoor-outdoor living space for dining, relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying sunset views over the water. Across the lake, a nearby park adds a pleasant natural backdrop to the lake view, creating a more open and connected setting without changing the private feel of the . 31 acre lot. The outdoor space gives you room to explore future additions such as a pool or ADU, subject to applicable local requirements. Venice, known as the City on the Gulf, is loved for its small-town feel while offering access to the amenities, recreation, and dining many buyers look for on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Venice Gardens offers an optional Civic Center membership for a nominal fee of under $200 per year, with access to the community pool and center activities. Historic downtown Venice on the Island of Venice is about a 10-minute drive away, with the Saturday morning farmers market, beaches, shelling, shark tooth hunting, shopping, waterfront dining, boating, fishing, pickleball, tennis, golf, and more nearby. With lake views, updated interiors, block construction, generous garage space, no HOA restrictions, an X flood zone designation, and a park across the lake, this Venice Gardens home brings together comfort, flexibility, and practical value in a well-established Venice location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$232Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Larson, LLC• WHITE SANDS REALTY GROUP FL
Est. $3,047 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 425 Driftwood Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4693341
Jun 25, 2026
Sold
$370,000
$232/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$380,000
$238/sq ft
+46
3/2 lakefront home in Venice Gardens in Venice. X flood zone, no HOA, updated kitchen and baths, 630+ sq ft garage, 1597 sq ft living space. Lakefront living in Venice Gardens with practical ownership advantages that buyers often ask about first. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Venice home offers 1,597 sq ft of living space, 2,832 sq ft under roof, public water and sewer, an X flood zone designation, no HOA, no deed restrictions, and no CDD fees. Set on one of the chain of lakes in Venice Gardens, the home combines water views, useful updates, and a location close to the best of Venice. Block construction adds a practical Florida benefit, while the updated kitchen and bathrooms help support everyday comfort and ease of ownership. The kitchen features soaring ceilings, timeless white shaker-style cabinetry, and a bright connection to the main living areas. The bathrooms have also been updated, giving the home a more move-in-ready feel while keeping the layout functional for daily living. Storage, hobby space, and utility are strong points here. The oversized 630+ sq ft 2-car garage includes workshop space, offering room for tools, projects, bikes, beach gear, or additional household storage. One of the standout spaces is the expansive 430 sq ft enclosed Florida room overlooking the lake. It adds flexible indoor-outdoor living space for dining, relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying sunset views over the water. Across the lake, a nearby park adds a pleasant natural backdrop to the lake view, creating a more open and connected setting without changing the private feel of the .31 acre lot. The outdoor space gives you room to explore future additions such as a pool or ADU, subject to applicable local requirements. Venice, known as the City on the Gulf, is loved for its small-town feel while offering access to the amenities, recreation, and dining many buyers look for on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Venice Gardens offers an optional Civic Center membership for a nominal fee of under $200 per year, with access to the community pool and center activities. Historic downtown Venice on the Island of Venice is about a 10-minute drive away, with the Saturday morning farmers market, beaches, shelling, shark tooth hunting, shopping, waterfront dining, boating, fishing, pickleball, tennis, golf, and more nearby. With lake views, updated interiors, block construction, generous garage space, no HOA restrictions, an X flood zone designation, and a park across the lake, this Venice Gardens home brings together comfort, flexibility, and practical value in a well-established Venice location.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4195743
Dec 15, 2017
Sold
$178,100
$112/sq ft
Dec 3, 2017
Pending
—
Nov 30, 2017
Price Changed
$194,900
$122/sq ft
Nov 11, 2017
Price Changed
$199,900
$125/sq ft
Nov 4, 2017
Relisted
—
Sep 30, 2017
Pending
—
Sep 20, 2017
Price Changed
$204,900
$128/sq ft
Sep 4, 2017
Price Changed
$225,000
$141/sq ft
Sep 4, 2017
Listed
$22,500
$14/sq ft
PRICE REDUCED. Seller willing to look at all offers. This house has great potential to be a charming lakefront home with updating and some repairs. Ideal for an Investor or Handyman. Features a large yard perfect for your pets or just some extra space to enjoy the lake and nature views. Large air-conditioned Florida room, outdoor concrete patio, 3 bedroom / 2 bath split plan that's bright and spacious. Metal roof, overhead plumbing, newer hurricane rated garage door and new hot water heater. Buyer to verify flood zone. Schedule a showing today!
Public Records
Nov 1, 1983
Sold
$63,800
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,876 (+3.9%)
2024
$2,767 (+5.0%)
2023
$2,635 (+4.1%)
2022
$2,531 (+0.7%)
2021
$2,514 (+0.4%)
2020
$2,504 (+4.0%)
2019
$2,408 (−21.2%)
2018
$3,056 (+141.6%)
$64,400 + $143,800
$208,200
2017
$1,265 (+1.1%)
2016
$1,251 (−1.3%)
2015
$1,268 (+0.5%)
2014
$1,262 (+0.3%)
2013
$1,258 (+2.5%)
2012
$1,226
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
1,597
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0436030041
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
RSF-3
Residential Single-Family District
The RSF Districts permit single-family residential densities, which may take the form of single-family detached or cluster subdivisions; Cluster subdivisions may include lot line, traditional, patio, villa, atrium, duplex, or townhouse units. The nature of the use of property is the same in all RSF Districts, with variation among the RSF-1, RSF-2, RSF-3 and RSF-4 Districts in the requirements for density, lot area and width, and yards; A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions and requirements necessary to preserve and protect the single-family residential character of the neighborhood; The RSF Districts are generally used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as Low Density, Moderate Density and Medium Density Residential on the Future Land Use Map and on the Barrier Islands where the application of the district would not increase the density of development or hamper hurricane evacuation planning and disaster mitigation efforts. Locations on the Barrier Islands that have existing RSF zoning are acknowledged, and are considered to be consistent with the Future Land Use Map. The RSF-4 District is also used to implement the Comprehensive Plan in the areas shown as Office/Multifamily Residential Area and Corridor on the Future Land Use; The RSF-4 District, while not a primary implementing district, may also be allowed in Regional, Community, Village I, Village II, and Neighborhood Commercial Centers. Appropriate densities within the Low; Moderate or Medium Density Residential areas shall be guided by the density ranges as outlined in Future Land Use Policy 1.1.1, Objective 2.3, and Policy 2.3.1 of the Comprehensive Plan; These densities shall also be determined, in part, by the land use designations and developed residential areas surrounding the parcel.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 22x29
Parking Features: Boat, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Oversized, Parking Pad, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Water View Description: Lake,Lake - Chain of Lakes
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 1
Water Extras Description: Seawall - Concrete
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: RSF3
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, In County, Oversized Lot, Street Dead-End
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 1239
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 263.10
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,875.75
Tax Year: 2025
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Partially
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Garden Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Venice Area Middle
High School: Venice Senior High
Location Information
Directions: From I75, take the Jacaranda Blvd Exit south to Center Rd. Head west on Center Rd, then south onto Shamrock Blvd. Follow Shamrock Blvd to Valencia Dr and head south on Valencia Dr. At the Stop sign, turn west onto Forest Way, then north on Forest Rd, then west on Driftwood Rd. 425 Driftwood is at the cul-de-sac.
Community Information
Community Features: Street Lights
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,597
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0436030041
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 941-923-5835
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 14
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-06-25
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 237.95
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: Southeast
Home Information
Living Area: 1597
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 148.37
Building Area Total: 2832
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Garden Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Venice Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
7/10
Venice Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
7/10
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 28 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Venice, FL • 34293
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Aug
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Venice. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
7.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$386,000 – $468,000
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