Last Sold Price
2 beds728 sqft$209/sqft
173 Morning Star Rd, Venice, FL 34285

Description

Nestled on a simply serene Venice canal, here is a fantastic value-priced opportunity for waterfront living. From this enchanting coastal cottage with boat dock you’ll enjoy swift access out to Roberts Bay, with no fixed bridges to obstruct your adventures. The spacious interiors are filled with plenty of natural light and include two bedrooms, a charming kitchen, living room and relaxed dining area. A wonderful connection to the outdoors is experienced from the second bedroom/office with built-in...Nestled on a simply serene Venice canal, here is a fantastic value-priced opportunity for waterfront living. From this enchanting coastal cottage with boat dock you’ll enjoy swift access out to Roberts Bay, with no fixed bridges to obstruct your adventures. The spacious interiors are filled with plenty of natural light and include two bedrooms, a charming kitchen, living room and relaxed dining area. A wonderful connection to the outdoors is experienced from the second bedroom/office with built-in cabinetry, as it flows to a covered patio and lush waterside deck. A carport with plenty of storage space provides a finishing touch. This friendly community offers low association fees that include city water, sewer, lawn maintenance, waste removal and street repairs. Stroll a short 10 minutes to find Downtown Venice Island, lined with lovely shops and restaurants, or enjoy an easy trip to the beach to partake in Venice’s famous shark tooth searches.
LISTING CLOSED: 02/14/2018 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Martha Pike • Brokerage DRE #2003329 • MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
    P: (941) 716-4392 C: (941) 716-4392 marthapike@michaelsaunders.com

Property Details for 173 Morning Star Road

Status
MLS #
N5915619
Days on Market
7
Taxes
$690 / year
HOA Fees
$1,400 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Manufactured Home
Year Built
1981
Lot Size
0.08 AC / 3,302 SF
Architectural Style
Elevated
Subdivision Name
VENICE BAY ADULT PARK
Township
39
Garage Spaces
2
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Canal

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$134,000

Avg days on market

149

Sale-to-list ratio

80.2%

Venice, FL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Martha Pike

Sold By ALBERT WOOSTER & COMPANY, Timothy Trojanowski

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Building Information for 173 Morning Star Road

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,302 SF

Payment Calculator

$947 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$773

Property Taxes

$58

HOA Dues

$117

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Property Information for 173 Morning Star Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1860.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Water Access, Deed Restrictions, Handicap Modified, Waterfront Complex
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: From US 41 from Island of Venice North Bridge, right into Venice Bay, follow straight, right at curve/dead end - house on left.
  • Elementary School: Venice Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Venice Area Middle
  • High School: Venice Senior High
  • Millage Rate: 16.83%
  • FCHRURLYN: true
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved, Private Road
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Subdivision Num: 7729
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Venice Bay Adult Park
  • Street Number: 173
  • Street Name: MORNING STAR
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: VENICE
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 30X12
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: In Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Legal Description: UNIT 173 VENICE BAY ADULT PARK
  • Tax Lot: 173
  • Tax Year: 2017
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Future Land Use: 0200
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, FloodZone, City Lot, In County, Level, Near Public Transit
  • Parcel Number: 0407061071
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: Canal - Saltwater, Intracoastal Waterway
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: HATCHETT CREEK
  • Water Extras: Bridges - No Fixed Bridges, Lift, Seawall - Concrete
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Bridges - No Fixed Bridges, Lift, Seawall - Concrete
  • Zoning: RMH
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 728
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1981
  • Association Amenities: Handicap Modified, Maintenance, Recreation Facilities
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 19
  • Public Survey Section: 07
  • Dock Description: Dock - Slip Deeded On-Site
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sliding Doors, Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal, Roof Over
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Waterfront Features: Creek
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 40
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Microwave Hood, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 6.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: No

Property History for 173 Morning Star Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 14, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #616408254

$152,000

+12.4% / yr

Feb 14, 2018

Sold

MFRMLS #N5915619

$152,000
Jan 6, 2018

Pending

MFRMLS #N5915619

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/14/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #616408254

$152,000

+12.4% / yr

02/14/2018

Sold

MFRMLS #N5915619

$152,000
01/06/2018

Pending

MFRMLS #N5915619

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 173 Morning Star Road

Taxable ValueLand$99,200Additions$68,400Total$167,600
Tax Record2025$2,502 ($209 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt812 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt812 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,300 SqFtStyleMobile / Manufactured HomeYear Built1981Year Renovated2001ZoningRMHCountySARASOTAAPN0407-06-1071

Schools near 173 Morning Star Road

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Venice Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Venice Middle School
Public6 to 8

Venice Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Student Leadership Academy
Charter6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 173 Morning Star Road, Venice, FL 34285
$152,000
2
728
3,302
$115,000
1
529
3,678
2
1,233
3,347
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1,152
3,958
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Listing Courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY, Martha Pike

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