396 BAYSHORE DRIVE, VENICE, FL, 34285
Active22 days on marketListed Jul 2, 2026MLS #N6144838
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Waterfront on Venice Island with boat dock and boat lift!
About this home
396 BAYSHORE DRIVE
Virtually Staged. ELITE WATERFRONT ESTATE OPPORTUNITY ON EXCLUSIVE VENICE ISLAND, FLORIDA. No bridges to Gulf! Walk to Historic downtown! Large almost half acre lot on bay water! EXPERIENCE AN EXCEPTIONAL WATERFRONT LIFESTYLE ON ONE OF VENICE ISLAND'S MOST COVETED ADDRESSES. PERFECTLY POSITIONED ALONG A PROTECTED COVE ON ROBERTS BAY AND THE INTRCOASTAL WATERWAY, THIS RARE WATERFRONT HOMESITE OFFERS AN EXTRAORDINARY OPENING TO CREATE A LEGACY ESTATE IN AN ESTABLISHED ENCLAVE OF DISTINGUISHED RESIDENCES. ENCOMPASSING APPROXIMATELY ONE HALF ACRE OF LAND AND A LARGE WATERSIDE POOL, THE PROPERTY ENJOYS TRANQUIL WATER VIEWS, A PRIVATE DOCK, SEAWALL, A 12,000 LB. BOAT LIFT, AND DIRECT BOATING ACCESS TO THE GULF WATERS WITH NO FIXED BRIDGES. THE PROTECTED SETTING OFFERS CALM WATERS IDEAL FOR BOATING ENTHUSIASTS WHILE PROVIDING A PEACEFUL BACKDROP FOR EVERYDAY LIVING. WHETHER YOU ENVISION LIVING IN THE MOVE-IN-READY EXISTING RESIDENCE OR DESIGNING A SPECTACULAR CUSTOM WATERFRONT HOME, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS. ELEVATED CONTRUCTION AND MODERN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CAN MAXIMIZE THE PROPERTY'S UNIQUE WATERFRONT SETTING WHILE CREATING A STRIKING INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING EXPERIENCE. TAKE A SHORT WALK TO HISTORIC VENICE AVENUE FEATURING BOUTIQUE SHOPPING, GOURMET DINNING, LIVE THEATRE AND ENTERTAINMENT. GOLF CART TO PRISTINE BEACHES, GOLF COURSE, YACHT CLUB, TENNIS, PICKLEBALL, BEACH YOGA OR DOG BEACH AND THE RENOWNED VENICE LIFESTYLE. RIDE YOUR BIKE ALONG THE UNIQUE LEGACY TRAIL AROUND VENICE ISLAND AND CONTINUE TO SARASOTA WITH OVER 20 MILES OF PAVED PATHWAY. CONVENIENTLY ACCESSIBLE TO THREE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS (SRQ, TPA, RSW) OR TO VENICE ISLAND'S OWN PRIVATE AIRPORT. THIS IS A UNIQUE GLOBAL LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY. WATERFRONT PROPERTIES OF THIS CALIBER ON VENICE ISLAND ARE INCREASINGLY RARE, MAKING THIS AN IDEAL OFFERING FOR THOSE SEEKING TO BUILD OR INVEST IN ONE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA'S MOST DESIRABLE COASTAL COMMUNITIES. BRING YOUR VISION AND WE WILL BRING AN EXPERIENCED LOCAL CUSTOM BUILDER- THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE A REMARKABLE WATERFRONT ESTATE WHERE LUXURY, BOATING, AND THE TIMELESS CHARM OF VENICE ISLAND COME TOGETHER.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,961
Sqft
0.45 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1966
Year built
One
Levels
$1,015
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.
$12,238 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$12,238/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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
+77.5%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$1,015 vs $251
Days on market
22 vs 47 typical
Where $1,015/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 Bayshore Estates
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →
Bayshore Estates — neighborhood snapshot
Population
501
Median age
67
Median income
$38,560
Median home value
$595,877
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
21%
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)
183 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 795% above the VENICE 34285 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$750,000
417 BAYCREST DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,144 sqft · $350/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$760,000
417 PARK LANE DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,159 sqft · $352/sqft · 29 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$325,000
16275 HORIZON ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,674 sqft · $194/sqft · 84 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 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
396 BAYSHORE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $12,238/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 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $7,122. 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 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: 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 $1,990,000, this home is listed about 399% above the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 396 BAYSHORE DRIVE?+
Venice Elementary School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high), Venice Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,990,000 runs 795% above the VENICE 34285 median — but at 1,961 sqft it's also 25% larger than the typical Venice listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Venice Elementary School, Venice Senior High School, Venice Middle School — Venice Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of HOMESMART · Cynthia Eliopoulos. MLS #N6144838.
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