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    • $500,000

    12468 Palatka Dr, Venice, FL 34293

    3beds
    1,845sqft
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    $3,496/mo
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    Villa
    Built in 2024
    5,355 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $271/sqft
    $314/mo HOA

    What's special

    Lake views, luxury finishes, and resort-style living come together beautifully in this nearly new, low-maintenance villa in Grand Palm, one of Venice's premier amenity-rich communities in the sought-after Wellen Park area. Built in 2024 by Neal Communities, this beautifully appointed Sandcastle 2 villa offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den/flex room with French doors, and a premium lake-view homesite designed for easy Florida living. From the inviting front porch to the screened lanai overlooking peaceful water views, this home blends comfort, style and everyday functionality. Inside, enjoy luxury flooring throughout with no carpet, abundant natural light, tray ceilings, crown molding, pocket sliding glass doors, built-in surround sound, and a spacious great room with gorgeous views from every angle. The impressive kitchen is ideal for gathering and entertaining, featuring a large quartz island, stainless steel Profile appliances including a gas range, beautiful cabinetry, and an open flow to the main living space. The private primary suite offers an elegant en-suite bath, high-end finishes, a large walk-in closet with custom Closet Tec cabinetry and shelving, and a professionally designed accent wall. The closets in bedrooms 2 and 3 also feature Closet Tec built-ins for enhanced organization. Additional highlights include a separate laundry room with white cabinetry and a laundry sink, impact windows, storm screens for added protection and privacy, and a two-car garage with a specialty painted floor. Grand Palm offers an exceptional lifestyle with four gated entrances, multiple resort-style pools, a waterslide, splash zone, expansive clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball courts, two dog parks, winding roads, a massive natural preserve, more than 50 ponds, fishing and kayaking area, and approximately 28 miles of paved trails for walking, biking, and outdoor enjoyment. Ideally located near Wellen Park, River Road, I-75, CoolToday Park, shopping, dining, gulf beaches, and everyday conveniences, this move-in-ready villa offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the best of Venice and Southwest Florida.
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    Listed by:

    Tony Molnar-Strejcek 412-638-2272,

    MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-493-2500

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: N6144913MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Venice

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Den/Library/Office, Great Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x15
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 110 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11x10
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x11
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Dual Sinks, En Suite Bathroom, Linen Closet
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Linen Closet
      • Level: First
      Den
      • Level: First
      • Area: 121 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11x11
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Foyer
      • Level: First
      • Area: 50 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5x10
      Great room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 255 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x17
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen Island
      • Level: First
      • Area: 171 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9x19
      Laundry
      • Features: Linen Closet
      • Level: First
      • Area: 80 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8x10
      Heating
      • Central, Electric, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Disposal
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
      • Doors: Sliding Doors
      • Windows: Hurricane Shutters, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,598
      • Total interior livable area: 1,845 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
      • Exterior features: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water, Pond
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water,Pond
      Lot
      • Size: 5,355 Square Feet
      • Features: Landscaped
      • Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0760101488
      • Zoning: SAPD
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Florida
      • Property subtype: Villa
      Materials
      • Block, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • Completed
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2024

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Fishing, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, Park, Playground, Pool, Racquetball, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: GRAND PALM PH 2B
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Park, Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
      • Services included: Community Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Recreational Facilities
      • HOA fee: $314 monthly
      • HOA name: Castle Group / James Wills
      • HOA phone: 941-220-6894
      • Second HOA name: KW Property Management
      • Second HOA phone: 941-278-8738
      Location
      • Region: Venice

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $271/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $402,900
      • Annual tax amount: $5,995
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 25 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$500,000-17.6%$271/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #N6144913 Report a problem
        11/14/2024Sold$606,764$329/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #J982825 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,995 +431.6%$402,900 +321.4%
        2024$1,128 -5.3%$95,600 +1.8%
        2023$1,191 +16%$93,940 +10%
        2022$1,027 -7.1%$85,400 -3.9%
        2021$1,105 +3.7%$88,900 +6.2%
        2020$1,066 $83,700
        2019-- --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 34293

        Getting around

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        No Nearby Transit
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Taylor Ranch Elementary
        • Middle: Venice Area Middle
        • High: Venice Senior High

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