897 COLONIAL ROAD

Property Details

Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Wow factor custom built in 2000, three-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two-story home in short distance (1.8 miles) to Manasota Beach. UPDATE: NEW A/C MAY 2026...Seller giving a $3000 carpet credit at closing. Home boasts 1,760-square-foot first floor and 1760-square-foot second floor of enjoyable living space. First floor features front entry foyer with 15-foot ceiling and glass chandelier, living room with decorative electric fireplace, family room with 17-foot ceiling, French doors leading to lanai. Formal dining room, kitchen with black appliances, under-counter reverse osmosis, raised panel cabinets, walk-in pantry and separate appliance closet, and recessed LED lights. Inside the laundry room with wash tub and storage shelves over the washer and dryer. Primary bedroom and bath with walk-in closet, soaking tub, double sinks and walk-in shower. Built-in central vacuum system. Storage closet under stairs leading to second floor. Second floor has 8-foot ceilings, two bedrooms and bath, and additional open hobby/playroom area. Home has attached two-car garage with painted floor, large work bench and pull-down stairs to attic. A 2024 Rheem 30-gallon hot water tank. Exterior has screened lanai, 50-year, 130-mph asphalt shingles installed in 2022, steel reinforcing bars for second floor to ground, outside shower and exterior entry door to half bath, and is prewired for future pool. Steel and Lexan shutters for the entire home. Landscaped with Florida vegetation and Malibu lighting. Home has never had any flooding or wind damage, according to the owner. Community features park with tennis courts, nature trails, playground, basketball courts. South Venice has private ferry to take you to private Gulf beach and private boat launch for a yearly fee if desired or enjoy the Manasota Beach area. Close to shopping and restaurants.

Facts & Costs

Property type

Single Family Residence

Year built

2000

Lot size

0.48 acres

Garage

2 spaces

Half baths

1

Price per sq ft

$197

Days on market

194

Private pool

No

Waterfront

No

Community

South Venice

Subdivision

SOUTH VENICE

County

Sarasota

Flood zone

X500

Monthly & yearly costs

Property taxes

$3,715 / year (2025)

As reported by the listing agent. Verify with the HOA and county.

Construction & systems

Heating

Central, Electric

Cooling

Central Air

Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate

Roof

Shingle

Construction

Block, Stucco

Payment Estimate

$2,813 / month

Principal & interest

$2,503

Property taxes

$310

HOA

$0

Home insurance

enter below

Estimate only, not a loan offer. Rate is a starting value; taxes and HOA are as reported by the listing agent. Florida insurance (including flood) varies widely. Ask George for a lender referral.

Location

Features & Amenities

• Dishwasher
• Dryer
• Electric Water Heater
• Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System
• Microwave
• Range
• Refrigerator
• Washer
• Cathedral Ceiling(s)
• Ceiling Fans(s)
• Central Vaccum
• Crown Molding
• Eat-in Kitchen
• High Ceilings
• L Dining
• Open Floorplan
• Primary Bedroom Main Floor
• Split Bedroom
• Walk-In Closet(s)
• Window Treatments
• Hurricane Shutters