Welcome to 12185 Stuart Drive – a beautifully upgraded model in the sought-after Grand Palm community of Venice, Florida. This stylish and efficient 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom plus an office with a Murphy bed Celebration Series home features a private pool and is packed with thoughtful upgrades inside and out. Step inside and enjoy elegant crown molding, plantation shutters, and rich maple cabinetry that elevate every room. Recent improvements include a new A/C (2023), hot water heater (2022), and a complete exterior repaint (2024). The home is equipped with new hurricane-impact windows featuring Storm Smart storm catcher screens, a radiant barrier in the attic, and natural gas for cooking, pool heating, water heating, and drying clothes—all contributing to its certification as a Florida Green Home for energy and noise efficiency. The oversized garage offers generous storage space, including pull-down stairs for easy attic access. Located in unincorporated Sarasota County, the property benefits from lower taxes and Paid CDD fees, just a nominal annual fee—a rare find. Whether you're a young family or a retiree, Grand Palm delivers an unmatched lifestyle with amenities for all ages. Enjoy lap and fitness pools, one with a waterslide, scenic walking and biking trails, two dog parks, and a variety of sports courts for basketball, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and volleyball. Everyone will love the splash park and playground, and everyone can explore the private Lookout Point Island for fishing, kayaking, or peaceful nature walks. Spread across 1,005 acres just southwest of Center Road and River Road, Grand Palm is a nature lover’s paradise, with about 330 acres of preserved open space, including nine miles of wildlife corridors. At its heart lies the stunning Adventure Lake, spanning 32–39 acres with an eight-acre island perfect for outdoor adventures. Recognized by Where to Retire magazine as one of America’s Top 50 Master-Planned Communities in 2017, Grand Palm offers a rare blend of resort-style living, natural beauty, and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to call this exceptional property home. Schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $550,000
$550,000
12185 Stuart Dr, Venice, FL 34293
3beds
1,954sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2013
7,931 Square Feet Lot
$535,600 Zestimate®
$281/sqft
$5,095 Estimated rent
Home value
$535,600
$487,000 - $589,000
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Private poolOversized garageGenerous storage spaceElegant crown moldingWildlife corridorsHurricane-impact windowsPlantation shutters
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Listed by:
Mercedes Andrus 607-222-6465,
KW SUNCOAST 941-792-2000
Bought with:
Mercedes Andrus, 3620914
KW SUNCOAST
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4659030
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Den/Library/Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Shower No Tub, Single Vanity, Water Closet/Priv Toilet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 253.98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.6x15.3
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 121.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10.11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 122.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1x11
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 128.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.2x11.5
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 70.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.2x11.4
Great room
- Level: First
- Area: 358.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x23.9
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 171.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x15.6
Office
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 126.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11.5
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic Fan, Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Smart Home, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Shutters, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,931
- Total interior livable area: 1,954 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Pond
- Waterfront features: Pond Access
Lot
- Size: 7,931 Square Feet
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0757060121
- Zoning: SAPD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Florida
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2013
Details
- Builder name: Neal
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Public, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Construction, HVAC, Pool, Roof, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
- Water conservation: Fl. Friendly/Native Landscape
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: GRAND PALM PH 1A
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $260 monthly
- HOA name: Christopher Chilton
- HOA phone: 941-278-8738
- Second HOA name: Grand Palm Master Association
Location
- Region: Venice
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $281/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $470,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,182
- Date on market: 7/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Sold | $550,000-8.2%$281/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4659030 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$307/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4659030 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000$307/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4659030 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$307/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4659030 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000+80.4%$307/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4659030 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2013 | Sold | $332,120$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,345 +3.9% | $331,960 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $4,182 +3.9% | $322,604 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,024 +3.7% | $313,208 +3% |
| 2022 | $3,879 +5% | $304,085 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,693 +1.9% | $295,228 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $3,624 +3.6% | $285,136 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $3,498 | $278,725 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $3,498 +2.1% | $273,528 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $3,427 -2% | $267,902 -11.4% |
| 2016 | $3,496 +2.6% | $302,400 +13.2% |
| 2015 | $3,407 -20.5% | $267,200 +407% |
| 2014 | $4,284 +488.7% | $52,700 |
| 2013 | $728 | $52,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 34293
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Taylor Ranch Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Venice Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Venice Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Taylor Ranch Elementary
- Middle: Venice Area Middle
- High: Venice Senior High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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