20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active35 days on marketListed Jun 18, 2026MLS #O6417484
About this home
20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE
Welcome to luxury living in the resort-style community of Gran Paradiso! This extensively upgraded Next Gen model with a private mother-in-law suite offers the perfect blend of flexibility, comfort, and modern elegance. Featuring nearly 3,905 square feet of living space, this exceptional residence includes 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a highly desirable 3-car garage, tranquil preserve views, and no rear neighbors for added privacy. Designed for multigenerational living, guests, live-in caregivers, or potential income-producing opportunities, the private Next Gen suite features its own entrance, living area, full kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, walk-in closet, and dedicated 1-car garage. The open-concept floor plan is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen showcases quartz countertops, a solid quartz backsplash, enhanced cabinetry, an upgraded island, and newer Samsung appliances. Fresh interior paint, new laminate flooring throughout, custom closet systems, designer lighting, upgraded hardware, and freshly painted walls, trim, doors, and garage spaces add style and value throughout the home. Additional upgrades include a UV air purification system, alkaline water filtration system, freshly painted exterior, new tile roof, full-house gutter system, decorative curbing, lush landscaping, and freshly cleaned and sealed pavers. For added convenience, much of the home's furniture may be included with the sale, allowing for an easy move-in opportunity. Residents of Gran Paradiso enjoy world-class amenities, including a resort-style pool and spa, clubhouse, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, sauna, steam rooms, and more. Ideally located near Wellen Park, CoolToday Park, championship golf courses, Gulf beaches, shopping, dining, medical facilities, highly rated schools, and convenient access to US-41 and I-75. This rare and highly upgraded home offers luxury, privacy, flexibility, and the Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
6
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
3,905
Sqft
0.25 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2020
Year built
Two
Levels
$253
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$7,178 /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
$7,178/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.
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$253 vs $250
Days on market
35 vs 47 typical
Where $253/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 West Villages
Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →
West Villages — neighborhood snapshot
Population
7,690
Median age
66
Median income
$103,803
Median home value
$493,616
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
317
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)
184 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 220% above the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$755,000
20612 BENISSIMO DRIVE
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,905 sqft · $193/sqft · 87 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,005,000
21233 WACISSA DRIVE
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,748 sqft · $268/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$925,000
12301 AUBURNDALE COURT
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,727 sqft · $248/sqft · 17 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 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $7,178/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $332/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $332 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,748. 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 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, 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 $989,000, this home is listed about 148% above the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 20642 BENISSIMO DRIVE?+
Taylor Ranch Elementary School (elementary), Venice Middle School (middle), Venice Senior High School (high) — 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
$989,000 runs 220% above the VENICE 34293 median — but at 3,905 sqft it's also nearly 2 times the size of the typical Venice listing.
02Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Strong assigned schools
Taylor Ranch Elementary School, Venice Middle School, Venice Senior High School — Taylor Ranch Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of ARMEL REAL ESTATE INC. MLS #O6417484.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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