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A vintage neighborhood in a vintage Gulf Coast town, Venice Gardens is a serene and secure community for active older adults and first-time homebuyers. Venice Gardens is not a retirement or 55+ community, and the community has no deed restrictions. A charming community with a vintage, old-Florida feel, Venice Gardens is a beautiful compilation of well-maintained, Florida ranch homes, picturesque lakes, and wildlife at home in their natural habitat. Beautiful renovations grace many of the homes and land is large enough to enjoy entertaining and outdoor activities. Venice Gardens' residential streets curve around a series of glittering ponds, creating cul-de-sacs and providing many residents with waterfront views. Many residents enjoy affordable homes surrounded by a nice tropical garden, and many of them are facing lakes, ponds or canals. You can fish in your backyard when you have a home on the water, or if you own a little fishing or paddle boat you can tour the chain of lakes.
The boundaries of Venice Gardens start with the Tamiami Trail in the west, Jacaranda Boulevard to the east, and Center Road to the north.
There are about 1,900 homes in Venice Gardens with a majority of the homes having beautiful lake or creek views. the neighborhood is comprised of single-family Spanish eclectic and Minimal Traditional ranch-style homes. The older 2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom homes have 900 square feet to 1,500 square feet of living area while the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom homes are 2,000 square feet in living space.
Located near the South Venice district, Venice Gardens is quietly removed from Venice, Florida's more bustling shopping and business districts, but affords easy access to them. Venice Gardens is close to shopping, dining, medical facilities, entertainment and the white sandy beaches because it is right in the heart of Venice. It takes about 5-10 minutes to get to the beach.
Although this is not a gated community, Venice Gardens is managed under a homeowners association regime supported by very low fees. he HOA funds are used towards maintenance of the swimming pool, clubhouse, playground, gazebos and barbecues, all in a park like setting. For the avid golfer, numerous golf courses are within a two-mile drive. The nearest golf courses, Pelican Point and Venice East, attract retirees, seasonal residents, and avid golf players.
Venice Gardens residents enjoy living close to shopping districts near Jacaranda Boulevard, where you can find a Winn Dixie supermarket, and Tamiami Trail, where you can shop at Lowe’s, Petco, Office Depot, Stein Mart, and other stores.