1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310, VENICE, FL, 34285
Active178 days on marketListed Feb 6, 2026MLS #A4681636
About this home
1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310
Accessible by elevator, this charming third-floor, one-bedroom, one-bath residence features vaulted ceilings and serene views of the pond and fountain. The welcoming kitchen is open to the spacious dining and living areas, providing plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining. Step through the sliding glass doors to a large, screened lanai. Whether sipping coffee or hosting friends, the peaceful water view provides a calming backdrop. Retreat to the primary suite, which offers private access to the lanai and features a recently renovated en-suite bath complete with an oversized walk-in shower and a generous closet. A private laundry room is located off the lanai, and a dedicated storage space is included within the deeded carport. Meticulously maintained, the residence includes a new HVAC installed in 2024. Bird Bay Village offers a resort lifestyle just minutes from downtown Venice. Community amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, pool, and courts for tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard and bocce ball. Residents enjoy an active social calendar with yoga classes, art shows and seasonal gatherings. The Legacy Trail, less than a quarter mile away, provides direct access to Venice Island for cycling, recreation and running. Venice Beach and Nokomis Beach are within three miles, offering convenient access to the Gulf’s pristine shoreline.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
1
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
763
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1979
Year built
One
Levels
$236
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,481 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,481/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+14.5%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$236 vs $252
Days on market
178 vs 47 typical
Where $236/sqft sits among the 400 Venice actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Bird Bay
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bird Bay — neighborhood snapshot
Population
876
Median age
72
Median income
$73,173
Median home value
$247,600
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
15%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Venice market
$390K → $389K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
181 of 400
Venice actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 18% below the VENICE 34285 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$135,000
1144 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 102 · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 763 sqft · $177/sqft · 38 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$180,000
1190 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 309 · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 763 sqft · $236/sqft · 139 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$265,000
1178 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 307 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,013 sqft · $262/sqft · 127 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,481/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,185. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions, Number Limit, Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Venice?+
At $179,900, this home is listed about 55% below the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1196 BIRD BAY WAY UNIT 310?+
Venice Senior High School (high), Garden Elementary School (elementary), Venice Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the VENICE 34285 market on paper
$179,900 is 18% below the VENICE 34285 median of $219,950, and at $236/sqft it sits under the Venice average of $282.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Time on market is leverage
178 days on market against a Venice median of 47 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Venice Senior High School, Garden Elementary School, Venice Middle School — Venice Senior High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $183,900, now $179,900 — a $4K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Jaya Brossard. MLS #A4681636.
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