500 The Esplanade, FL

$649,900

500 The Esplanade

Venice, FL 34285

Active
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,165
Sq Ft
0.45
Acres
1968
Built
Water viewWater access$558/sqft360° tour
🏠Condominium

Property type

🏗️1968

Year built

📐19,812 sqft

Lot size

📊$558

Price / sq ft

🏘️$720/mo

HOA dues

📅151

Days on market

🌊X

Flood zone

About this home

Welcome to a rare opportunity to own a 4th-floor, 2-bedroom, 2-bath sunny corner residence with unobstructed, direct GULF-FRONT VIEWS in one of the most desirable Gulf of Mexico communities on the north end of Venice Island. This pristine, fully renovated and inspected condo and building offers sweeping water views, abundant natural light, and a true beachfront lifestyle. Positioned at treetop level, this end unit enjoys windows on multiple sides, capturing sunlight and serene views from both the front and back of the residence. The custom, renovated walk-through kitchen features soft-close wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a generous pantry—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The open dining and living areas frame spectacular Gulf sunsets. A bright and versatile sunroom with sliding glass doors, dual windows, and large custom storage provides flexible space for a home office, den, or guest accommodations. Both the living room and owner’s suite showcase breathtaking sunset views. The owner’s suite includes a walk-in closet and a renovated en-suite bath with glass shower doors, granite counters, and elegant tilework. The guest bedroom offers privacy with an adjacent walk-in closet and a fully renovated guest bath. Additional features include high-impact windows and sliders, new AC (2023), replaced building electrical system, premium covered carport parking, elevator access steps from the unit, laundry across the hall, exterior storage on each floor, bike racks, car wash area, ample guest parking, and one of the lowest condo fees on Venice Island, professionally maintained building and landscaping. Gulf Twin Towers owns over an acre of gated Gulf-front, beach-front property, unique to Gulf Twin Towers, with 170+ feet of private beachfront, a heated pool, lounge seating, and tropical landscaping. Just two blocks from the Venice Public Beach Pavilion and walkable to the South Jetty, downtown Venice dining, shopping, theater, pickleball, tennis, and boating access, including Freedom Boat Club.

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$3,286
Property taxes$458
Home insurance (est.)$298
HOA dues$720

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 history151 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Dec 17, 2025
  2. Listed$649,900
    Dec 17, 2025
  3. Price increased$649,900

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Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Condominium
Status
Active
Days on market
151
Subdivision
Gulf Twin Towers
County
Sarasota
Year built
1968
Living area
1,165 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$558
Lot size
19,812 sq ft
Flood zone
X
Annual taxes
$5,495 (2025)
Parcel #
0175111029
Zoning
RMF4
MLS #
O6368130

Interior Details

Bedrooms
2
Full bathrooms
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Appliances
Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Interior features
Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry
Corridor Access, Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
One
Direction faces
West

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air, Humidity Control

Parking

Parking features
Assigned, Covered, Guest, Reserved
Carport
Yes

HOA & Financial

HOA fee
$720 / Monthly
Monthly HOA
$720/mo
Total monthly fees
$720/mo
Total annual fees
$8,640
HOA name
Elizabeth Rominger, REALMANAGE
CDD
No
Min lease term
3 Months
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Ownership
Condominium
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
Yes
Additional lease restrictions
Minimum rental of 90 days, once per year or you can rent out annually.
Approval process
Criminal background check and a brief phone interview.

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
Awning(s), Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered, Storage
Construction materials
Concrete
Roof
Membrane
Foundation
Block
Water access
Yes
Water view
Yes
Road surface
Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected

Community

Pets allowed
No

Schools

ElementaryVenice 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
Living RoomFirst24x13
KitchenFirst10x8
Primary BedroomFirst15x11

Listing Details

Listing date
2025-12-17
On market date
2025-12-17
Original list price
$649,900
Occupant type
Owner
MLS area
34285 - Venice
Listing AOR
Orlando Regional
Status changed
2025-12-17
Tax legal description
UNIT 405 GULF TWIN TOWERS

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

W. Venice Ave. to Beach, Right on The Esplanade N. to 2nd Right on Appalachicola Rd. to 3rd parking lot on your left, pull into the guest parking spots against the building.

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