$825,000
255 The Esplanade
Venice, FL 34285
Listing updated: August 11, 2026 at 11:04 AM ET
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · Jessica Warmack · MLS #N6145077 · Active · 941-493-1000Property type
Year built
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Wake up to endless Gulf views, fall asleep to the sound of the waves, and live where every day feels like a vacation. Perched on the 7th-floor corner of one of Venice Island's most coveted Gulf-front communities, this exceptional 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence captures breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico from nearly every room. The floor-to-ceiling glass-enclosed balcony provides a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets, while the primary suite offers water views so captivating you'll feel like you're waking up aboard a luxury cruise ship. Perfectly situated between the South Jetty and Sharky's on the Pier, this prime location offers the very best of Venice Island living. Begin your mornings with yoga on the beach, enjoy long walks along the shoreline, or stroll to historic downtown Venice for boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, sidewalk cafés, the weekly farmers market, art festivals, concerts, and year-round community events—all just moments from your front door. A luxury waterfront residence is only as desirable as the community behind it, and this one truly stands apart. This beautifully maintained Gulf-front community is known for its pride of ownership and exceptional stewardship, offering buyers the confidence that comes from purchasing in a community where thoughtful management and long-term care are clearly evident. Opportunities to own here are exceptionally rare, as residents cherish the lifestyle and few owners ever choose to leave. Relax by the beachfront community pool, sink your toes into miles of pristine sandy beach, watch dolphins play offshore, collect shark teeth along the shoreline, and end each day with unforgettable Gulf Coast sunsets. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a seasonal escape, or the ultimate beachfront retreat, this rare corner residence offers an extraordinary opportunity to experience panoramic Gulf views, an unbeatable walkable location, and the effortless coastal lifestyle that has made Venice Island one of Florida's most treasured destinations.
Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history14 days on market
- Status: ActiveJul 28, 2026
- Listed$825,000Jul 28, 2026
- Price increased$825,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 14
- Subdivision
- Gulf Shores
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1973
- Living area
- 1,266 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $652
- Building area
- 1,402 sq ft (Public Records)
- Flood zone
- AO (12115C0327G)
- Annual taxes
- $4,709 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 0175144042
- Zoning
- RMF4
- MLS #
- N6145077
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Luxury Vinyl
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Elevator
- Laundry
- Common Area, Laundry Room, Same Floor As Condo Unit
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- East
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Attached garage
- No
- Parking features
- Assigned, Covered, Ground Level, Guest
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $1,033/mo
- Total annual fees
- $12,400
- HOA name
- Keys Caldwell
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 3 Months
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Please review all documents at www.255gulfshores.com for all rental restrictions.
- Approval process
- Please review attached documents or visit 255gulfshores.com
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Outdoor Shower, Storage
- Construction materials
- Concrete
- Roof
- Built-Up
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt, Concrete
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- No
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | 11.9x18 |
| Kitchen | First | 8.7x10.1 |
| Living Room | First | 13.7x24.4 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-07-13
- On market date
- 2026-07-28
- Original list price
- $825,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- Special conditions
- Probate Listing
- MLS area
- 34285 - Venice
- Listing AOR
- Venice
- Status changed
- 2026-07-28
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 701 GULF SHORES
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From Tamiami Trail and Venice Ave Intersection, head West on Venice Avenue. Continue all the way down until it dead ends at Venice public beach. Turn right onto The Esplanade N. Just past the public beach, turn left into the driveway of 255 Gulf Shores Condominiums. Park in guest parking.
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