$449,700

1137 Ponderosa Road

Venice, FL 34293

Active
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,948
Sq Ft
0.23
Acres
1989
Built
Fireplace$231/sqft
🏠Single Family Residence

Property type

🏗️1989

Year built

📐10,000 sqft

Lot size

📊$231

Price / sq ft

🏘️No HOA

HOA dues

📅368

Days on market

🚗2

Garage spaces

🌊X

Flood zone

About this home

SOUTH VENICE! MINUTES TO THE BEACH! SPACIOUS, ALMOST 2000 SQ. FT UNDER AIR! 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-car garage custom home is full of character, thoughtful design, and fantastic UPGRADES. This home would be a perfect air-bnb having 3 bedrooms, living room, & family room! Plenty of parking too! Bonus room above the garage, large Living room, Family room, and a FENCED YARD, this home offers style, space, and functionality in a prime location minutes to Venice Beach! Step onto the cozy covered country front porch, where the peaceful sound of a private fish pond with a fountain is surrounded by lush greenery and flowing shrubs. A gorgeous leaded glass front door sets the stage for what’s inside. Soaring tall, angular ceilings and an expansive layout make this home feel open and welcoming. Perfect floor plan for a large family! The huge 10x18 kitchen features solid WOOD CABINETS with pull-out drawers, a tiled backsplash, LED lighting, and ample counter space, including a cozy breakfast bar overlooking the dining area. The kitchen comes complete with STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES and a WASHER/DRYER! The floor plan flows effortlessly into a 27-ft. living room with a picturesque bay window and a 27-ft. family room with a WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE—perfect for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. French doors lead to a spacious tiled patio, offering the perfect outdoor retreat. Can hook up the hot-tub right here! The primary suite is a true escape, boasting a 13x19 layout, a large walk-in closet, French doors to the patio, and a private ensuite with a granite counter vanity and a tiled walk-in shower. On the opposite side of the home, pocket doors provide additional privacy for the guest rooms. The second and third bedrooms (12x12 each) include ceiling fans, with the third bedroom featuring mirrored closet doors and French doors leading to the family room. The guest bathroom is designed for relaxation, offering a GRANITE COUNTER VANITY and a DEEP JETTED TUB with a shower. This home is filled with impressive updates, including a NEW ROOF, NEWER A/C, and a SOLAR HOT WATER HEATER, helping to keep energy costs low. Additional thoughtful features include KEYLESS ENTRY, a RAINBIRD IRRIGATION SYSTEM, a TOP OF THE LINE WATER SOFTENOR and irrigation designed specifically for hanging flowers in the front yard. A HOOK UP FOR THE HOT TUB IN PLACE, while the LEAF GUARD GUTTERS and backyard STORAGE SHED add even more convenience. The SCREENED GARAGE, and an EXTRA PARKING PAD provides plenty of space for guests or recreational vehicles. Located in highly desirable South Venice, this home offers optional membership to the SOUTH VENICE FERRY, giving access to a private beach, boat ramp, and kayak launch. Shamrock Park is just minutes away, offering tennis courts, basketball, nature trails, and a playground. With downtown Venice, Venice Beach, shopping, and dining nearby, this home offers a perfect blend of privacy, UPGRADES, and PRIME LOCATION. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind property!

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$2,274
Property taxes$140
Home insurance (est.)$206

Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.

Price & listing history368 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Sep 22, 2025
  2. Listed$459,900
    Mar 25, 2025
  3. Price reduced$449,700

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Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
368
Subdivision
South Venice
County
Sarasota
Year built
1989
Living area
1,948 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$231
Building area
2,814 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
10,000 sq ft
Lot category
0 to less than 1/4
Flood zone
X
Garage
2 spaces
Annual taxes
$1,677 (2024)
Parcel #
0459130004
Zoning
RSF3
MLS #
C7507504

Interior Details

Bedrooms
3
Full bathrooms
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Washer, Water Softener
Interior features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
One
Direction faces
North
Fireplace
Yes

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Attached garage
Yes
Parking features
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Guest

HOA & Financial

Total monthly fees
$0/mo
Total annual fees
$0
CDD
No
Homestead exemption
Yes
Min lease term
No Minimum
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
No

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
Lighting, Rain Gutters
Construction materials
Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Road surface
Asphalt, Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Septic Tank
Water source
Well
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sprinkler Well

Community

Pets allowed
Yes

Schools

ElementaryTaylor Ranch ElementaryGreatSchools ↗
MiddleVenice Area MiddleGreatSchools ↗
High SchoolVenice Senior HighGreatSchools ↗

Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.

Room Details

RoomLevelDimensions
KitchenFirst10x18
Dining RoomFirst10x8
Living RoomFirst13x21
Family RoomFirst9x27
Primary BedroomFirst13x19
Bedroom 2First12x12
Bedroom 3First12x12
LaundryFirst5x16
Bathroom 2First5x8
Primary BathroomFirst

Listing Details

Listing date
2025-03-25
On market date
2025-03-25
Original list price
$459,900
Occupant type
Owner
MLS area
34293 - Venice
Listing AOR
Port Charlotte
Status changed
2025-09-22
Tax legal description
LOTS 2170 2171 & W 1/2 OF 2172 SOUTH VENICE UNIT 7

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone X

Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

Head west on S Tamiami Trail toward Auburn Rd, Turn left onto Englewood Rd, Turn right onto Flamingo Rd, Turn left onto Heron Rd, Turn right onto Ponderosa Rd, Home will be on the left

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