Welcome to Sawgrass, one of Venice, Florida's best-kept secrets. This gated community blends the ideal mix of location, lifestyle, and craftsmanship. Unlike cookie-cutter subdivisions, Sawgrass features custom-built homes with character, along mature, tree-lined streets, scenic lakes, and fairways. On an oversized corner lot, this meticulously maintained home offers peace of mind and impressive upgrades totaling over $210,000 in improvements over the past four years. Major updates include a new roof, whole-house on call generator connected to a 500-gallon propane tank, hurricane protection, premium cabinetry and countertops, high-end appliances, upgraded HVAC systems (for the home and garage), custom window treatments and more. The garage itself is a standout with custom cabinets, overhead storage, shelving, epoxy floors and full insulation. Inside, you'll find spacious living areas, a versatile bonus room/den, and quality finishes throughout—ready for immediate enjoyment. Sawgrass features nine holes of golf winding through the community, managed by Coral Hospitality as part of a 63-hole network (membership optional). Prefer something different? Nearby, you'll find tennis clubs, the renowned Fox Lea Farms equestrian center, and charming boutiques and restaurants of downtown Venice, just minutes from the beach. Don't overlook this exceptional home in one of Venice's desirable communities. Ask for the full list of upgrades—it's extensive and shows pride of ownership at every turn.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$300Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brad Tritschler, LLC• PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
This is an architecturally superb Sawgrass offering that is incredibly spacious in every way, including a rare oversized 23-by-28 garage. Ideally positioned on a corner lot, this custom J & J residence with a Barbados floor plan was built for plenty of elbow room and enjoyment. All room sizes are more than ample. The light and bright double door entry with arched transom window and stately vaulted ceilings welcome you to an inviting home that is energizing yet tranquil. Truly a unique home with three bedrooms, two baths plus den. Features include detailed arches and niches, along with a spacious kitchen that is the heartbeat of the home. The owner’s suite features dual sinks, walk-in shower, large soaker tub, plus two walk-in closets. Outdoor living is as compelling as the indoor, with a sparkling 12-by-24 pool, resurfaced in 2021, with Wet Edge in Caribbean Blue. A wraparound privacy wall with ponytail palm and beautiful landscaping for Zen-like comfort and seamless indoor/outdoor living frame an incredible lifestyle. Exterior painted in 2021 carpet replaced 2021 and 2019. An ideal location just minutes to downtown Venice, beaches, hiking/biking trails and Legacy Trail along the Intracoastal Waterway for boating and kayaking. Sawgrass is a gated community excellent for walking among the pristine, well-kept mature landscaping along creeks and lakes. Complete with a clubhouse, a newly renovated 70-foot heated saltwater pool and fitness center, as well as tennis and a pickleball court. Golf membership is available for three 9-hole courses but is not mandatory. Serenity and safety combined with peacefulness and tranquility.
Public Records
Jan 16, 1997
Sold
$3,909,900
$1,780/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,087 (−2.4%)
$148,900 + $366,000
$514,900
2024
$7,258 (−2.1%)
$152,600 + $369,300
$521,900
2023
$7,417 (−0.9%)
2022
$7,482 (+88.7%)
$143,200 + $368,800
$512,000
2021
$3,964 (−0.4%)
2020
$3,981 (+2.8%)
2019
$3,870 (+1.9%)
2018
$3,798 (+1.4%)
2017
$3,746 (+3.9%)
2016
$3,607 (+1.4%)
2015
$3,557 (+0.5%)
2014
$3,540 (+0.4%)
2013
$3,527 (+3.4%)
2012
$3,412
Tax history for 686 Sawgrass Bridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,087 (−2.4%)
$148,900 + $366,000
$514,900
2024
$7,258 (−2.1%)
$152,600 + $369,300
$521,900
2023
$7,417 (−0.9%)
2022
$7,482 (+88.7%)
$143,200 + $368,800
$512,000
2021
$3,964 (−0.4%)
2020
$3,981 (+2.8%)
2019
$3,870 (+1.9%)
2018
$3,798 (+1.4%)
2017
$3,746 (+3.9%)
2016
$3,607 (+1.4%)
2015
$3,557 (+0.5%)
2014
$3,540 (+0.4%)
2013
$3,527 (+3.4%)
2012
$3,412
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,196
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0401080017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RSF-2
Residential Single-Family District
The Residential Single-Family zoning districts RSF are intended to establish low to moderate density residential neighborhoods, to implement Strategy LU 1.2.3 of the Comprehensive Plan, and to protect these areas from incompatible uses. The Residential Single-Family districts offer a range of lot sizes and housing stock detached and attached to allow a sustainable mix of single-family residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Fire house
Police station
Apr 15, 2024 • Final
Residential minor renovation
Remove and replace a side entry door with a new door of the same size.
Remodel
Jul 14, 2022 • Final
Residential minor renovation
Install new openings with clear storm panels.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 25x23
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
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: Inside
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office
# of Rooms: 9
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Association Fee: $2,063
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Pool, Management, Other
School Information
Elementary School: Garden Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Venice Area Middle
High School: Venice Senior High
Location Information
Directions: Starting at the intersection of Venice Ave and Auburn Road head North on Auburn to a Left at Sawgrass Blvd. stop at gate to register with guard, continue on Sawgrass Blvd. to a Right on Sawgrass Bridge Road, home on your right on corner of Sawgrass Bridge Road and Fawn View Lane. No Sign, park in driveway.
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,196
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0401080017
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 941-412-3323
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 45
Status Contractual Search Date: 2025-10-02
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 316.48
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: West
Home Information
Living Area: 2196
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 204.01
Building Area Total: 3137
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Builder Name: J&J
Builder Model: Barbados
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Garden Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
Venice Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
Venice Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 29 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$626,000 – $757,000
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