5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active31 days on marketListed Jun 23, 2026MLS #N6144796
About this home
5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD
A beautiful lot in desirable Japanese Gardens, an active 55+ community in Venice. Japanese Gardens is less than two miles to Manasota Beach and close to both downtown Englewood and downtown Venice. This lot is ready for a new home! Japanese Gardens is resident owned - no lot rent! The lot is approximately 55' x 70'.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.1 ac
Lot size
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.
$778 /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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$778/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.
Where it sits
Inside Japanese Gardens
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Japanese Gardens — neighborhood snapshot
Population
592
Median age
59
Median income
$67,935
Median home value
$267,500
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
56%
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)
Median sold price, Venice, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 85% below the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$70,000
711 CHRYSANTHEMUM DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 504 sqft · $139/sqft · 515 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$137,000
6170 TEAHOUSE ROAD · same community
2 bd · 1.5 ba · 671 sqft · $204/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$98,000
6171 PEONY ROAD · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 672 sqft · $146/sqft · 23 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
Eric Chery
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $778/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $254/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 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD?+
The association fee works out to $254 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $956. 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 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD?+
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 $45,000, this home is listed about 89% below the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5881 SUNFLOWER ROAD?+
Venice Middle School (middle), Englewood Elementary School (elementary), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Keep looking
Similar homes nearby
Listing courtesy of JAPANESE GARDENS REALTY · Kelly Rockafellow. MLS #N6144796.
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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