12468 PALATKA DRIVE, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active32 days on marketListed Jul 2, 2026MLS #N6144913
About this home
12468 PALATKA DRIVE
Lake views, luxury finishes, and resort-style living come together beautifully in this nearly new, low-maintenance villa in Grand Palm, one of Venice's premier amenity-rich communities in the sought-after Wellen Park area. Built in 2024 by Neal Communities, this beautifully appointed Sandcastle 2 villa offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den/flex room with French doors, and a premium lake-view homesite designed for easy Florida living. From the inviting front porch to the screened lanai overlooking peaceful water views, this home blends comfort, style and everyday functionality. Inside, enjoy luxury flooring throughout with no carpet, abundant natural light, tray ceilings, crown molding, pocket sliding glass doors, built-in surround sound, and a spacious great room with gorgeous views from every angle. The impressive kitchen is ideal for gathering and entertaining, featuring a large quartz island, stainless steel Profile appliances including a gas range, beautiful cabinetry, and an open flow to the main living space. The private primary suite offers an elegant en-suite bath, high-end finishes, a large walk-in closet with custom Closet Tec cabinetry and shelving, and a professionally designed accent wall. The closets in bedrooms 2 and 3 also feature Closet Tec built-ins for enhanced organization. Additional highlights include a separate laundry room with white cabinetry and a laundry sink, impact windows, storm screens for added protection and privacy, and a two-car garage with a specialty painted floor. Grand Palm offers an exceptional lifestyle with four gated entrances, multiple resort-style pools, a waterslide, splash zone, expansive clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball courts, two dog parks, winding roads, a massive natural preserve, more than 50 ponds, fishing and kayaking area, and approximately 28 miles of paved trails for walking, biking, and outdoor enjoyment. Ideally located near Wellen Park, River Road, I-75, CoolToday Park, shopping, dining, gulf beaches, and everyday conveniences, this move-in-ready villa offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the best of Venice and Southwest Florida.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,845
Sqft
0.12 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2024
Year built
One
Levels
$271
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.
$3,962 /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
$3,962/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
+16.7%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$271 vs $252
Days on market
32 vs 47 typical
Where $271/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 Grand Palm
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Grand Palm — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,694
Median age
63
Median income
$114,636
Median home value
$496,100
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
149
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)
180 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 62% above the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 12468 PALATKA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$430,000
12408 PALATKA DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,845 sqft · $233/sqft · 150 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$430,000
12505 PALATKA DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,845 sqft · $233/sqft · 12 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$460,000
12590 PALATKA DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,845 sqft · $249/sqft · 1 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 12468 PALATKA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 12468 PALATKA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
12468 PALATKA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 12468 PALATKA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,962/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $138/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 12468 PALATKA DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $138 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 12468 PALATKA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $5,995. 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 12468 PALATKA DRIVE?+
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 $500,000, this home is listed about 25% above the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 12468 PALATKA DRIVE?+
Venice Middle School (middle), Taylor Ranch Elementary School (elementary), 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
$500,000 runs 62% above the VENICE 34293 median — but at 1,845 sqft it's also 17% larger than the typical Venice listing.
02Water views
The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03Strong assigned schools
Venice Middle School, Taylor Ranch Elementary School, Venice Senior High School — Venice Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Tony Molnar-Strejcek. MLS #N6144913.
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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