12966 VENNETTA WAY, WINDERMERE, FL, 34786
Active85 days on marketListed Apr 29, 2026MLS #S5148828
About this home
12966 VENNETTA WAY
PRICE ADJUSTMENT! Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse located in the highly sought-after Lake Sawyer South in Windermere in close proximity to Disney World. Surrounded by picturesque, tree-lined streets, this well-maintained home welcomes you with a bright and open kitchen area featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-in pantry. The open living area with elegant French doors lead to a private, paved courtyard that seamlessly connects to the detached 2-car garage—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The first floor is complete with a spacious laundry room and a half bath. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a dual vanity en suite bath, while two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom—ideal for family, guests, or a home office setup. A conveniently located downstairs laundry room adds everyday ease. Seller is offering $5,000 CARPET CREDIT. Residents enjoy access to exceptional community amenities, including parks, scenic walking trails, playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, and a resort-style swimming pool. The HOA provides added value by covering lawn care, exterior painting, and the roof—offering low-maintenance living and peace of mind. Ideally located just minutes from Walt Disney World, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and location. Enjoy the magic of Disney with a short distance to a nearby viewing spot where you can take in the spectacular nightly Disney fireworks. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property, this exceptional townhome places you close to world-class attractions, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools in one of Central Florida's most desirable communities. This is one of the best values in the area—schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,644
Sqft
0.05 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2008
Year built
Two
Levels
$228
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.
$3,176 /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
$3,176/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
−5.2%
$/sqft vs Windermere actives
$228 vs $349
Days on market
85 vs 32 typical
Where $228/sqft sits among the 239 Windermere 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.
The investor lens
Two ways this home pays
This home sits inside Lakeside Village, a community zoned to allow true short-term rentals — so it can earn as a nightly rental or a traditional lease. Here’s how the two paths compare.
Short-term rental · projected
$36,673/yr gross
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$3,100/mo median
Live Windermere rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
The Florida short-term market
▼ Softening37%
Occupancy
▼ 29% yr/yr
$218
Avg nightly rate
▼ 17% yr/yr
$16K/yr
Revenue per listing
$80
RevPAR
43 days
Booking lead time
5.2 nights
Avg stay
14
Typical min nights
19
Active rentals
▲ 5% supply
Seasonality — monthly occupancy
Peaks at 53% in Mar · bottoms at 28% in Jan
Last 12 months of data, January–December, bars scaled to the seasonal peak. Market-wide averages across all home sizes in Florida — the projection above is specific to this home’s size.
Where it sits
Inside Lakeside Village
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Lakeside Village is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
Lakeside Village — neighborhood snapshot
Population
19,390
Median age
36
Median income
$123,605
Median home value
$489,452
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
2,897
For the school run
Orange County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Windermere market
$839K → $1.0M
Windermere median sold, yr/yr
96.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
115 of 239
Windermere actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Windermere, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 55% below the WINDERMERE 34786 median. See the full Windermere market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 12966 VENNETTA WAY
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$432,500
8942 MATRIARCA ALY
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,686 sqft · $257/sqft · 38 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$425,000
9055 LEGADO DRIVE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,584 sqft · $268/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · May ’26$550,000
8742 PEACHTREE PARK CT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,709 sqft · $322/sqft · 82 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 12966 VENNETTA WAY — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 12966 VENNETTA WAY — before you fall in love.
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Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
12966 VENNETTA WAY FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 12966 VENNETTA WAY?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,176/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $380/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 12966 VENNETTA WAY?+
The association fee works out to $380 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 12966 VENNETTA WAY?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,153. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Can 12966 VENNETTA WAY be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside Lakeside Village, a community zoned to allow short-term rentals. Nightly-rental income could change the math on this purchase entirely; request a free rental income analysis and our team will prepare projections for this exact home.
Are pets allowed at 12966 VENNETTA WAY?+
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 Windermere?+
At $375,000, this home is listed about 66% below the Windermere median of $1,099,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 12966 VENNETTA WAY?+
Bay Lake Elementary (elementary), Horizon West Middle (middle), Windermere High (high) — Orange County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Under the WINDERMERE 34786 market on paper
$375,000 is 55% below the WINDERMERE 34786 median of $824,950, and at $228/sqft it sits under the Windermere average of $447.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
Lakeside Village is one of the communities zoned to allow true short-term rentals — nightly income could change the math on this purchase entirely. Ask for the free rental analysis below.
03Time on market is leverage
85 days on market against a Windermere median of 32 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Bay Lake Elementary, Horizon West Middle, Windermere High — Bay Lake Elementary rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
05The price has already moved
Listed at $386,000, now $375,000 — a $11K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of JASON MITCHELL REAL ESTATE FLO · Mae Stigell. MLS #S5148828.
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