444 Driftwood Rd

1,853 Sq. Ft.
$191 / Sq. Ft.
1,853
Sq. Ft.
$191
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Don't miss your chance to live in this spacious home! Located in Venice Gardens. Public water, sewer and offers a community pool! This well-maintained 1,853-square-ft home offers a peaceful and private setting. Located on a cul-de-sac. Perfect for those seeking tranquility in their daily lives. The split floor plan which is functional and inviting boasts three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, is ideal for families or anyone who values distinct living spaces. Upgrades include New Roof, Water Heater in 2024...Don't miss your chance to live in this spacious home! Located in Venice Gardens. Public water, sewer and offers a community pool! This well-maintained 1,853-square-ft home offers a peaceful and private setting. Located on a cul-de-sac. Perfect for those seeking tranquility in their daily lives. The split floor plan which is functional and inviting boasts three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, is ideal for families or anyone who values distinct living spaces. Upgrades include New Roof, Water Heater in 2024 and new air conditioner 2023. With terrazzo floors throughout keep home more temperate and cool in the summer months, and easy to take care of. The open living area creates a great space for entertaining or relaxing which is ideal for unwinding with a movie after a day at the beach. The spacious kitchen at the heart of the home is designed for efficiency with extra cabinetry and room for a café table or bakers rack making it a practical yet charming space for cooking. The primary suite is an owner’s retreat featuring a large walk-in closet and a private en suite that elevates comfort and convenience. The second bedroom, at front of the house also includes a walk-in closet, making it a great option for guests or additional family and near the second full bath making this a modern convenience for family and guests. The third bedroom, tucked away on far end of the home offering more privacy. The large, enclosed Florida room at the back is a standout feature, offering endless possibilities whether as an extra dining space, a second entertainment room or a sunny spot to relax with a view of the large backyard. The outdoor space is a major asset, providing plenty of room for gardening, play or simply soaking in the Florida lifestyle. This home is centrally located with great proximity to beautiful Gulf beaches, charming downtown, many shops and lots of dining options. Home is being sold As-Is with right to inspect. This home is well maintained and move in ready!
  1. Listed by Teresa Haberman • Brokerage DRE #1064269 • GULF SHORES REALTY
    P: (941)-232-5104 C: (941)-232-5104 teresasellsfl@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Holly Barabas • Brokerage DRE #1064269 • GULF SHORES REALTY
    P: (941)-270-2409 C: (941)-270-2409 hollysellsfl@gmail.com

Property Details for 444 Driftwood Road

Architectural Style
Florida
Subdivision Name
VENICE GARDENS
Township
39S
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 01:41 PM

Property Details for 444 Driftwood Road

StatusActive
MLS #N6141309
Days on Market69
Taxes$1,573 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,900 SF
CountySarasota County

Location

Listing Courtesy of GULF SHORES REALTY, Teresa Haberman; GULF SHORES REALTY, Holly Barabas
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Building Information for 444 Driftwood Road

Stories1Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,900 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,852 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,720

Property Taxes

$131

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 444 Driftwood Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1861.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Pool
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: Center road to Shamrock Boulevard, Right on Valencia, Right on Forest Way, immediately turn right on Forest Road, and left on Driftwood, home is on the left.
  • Elementary School: Garden Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Venice Area Middle
  • High School: Venice Senior High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Increase
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Venice Gardens
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 444
  • Street Name: DRIFTWOOD
  • Street Suffix: ROAD
  • State: FL
  • City: VENICE
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Optional
  • Association Name: Venice Gardens Civic Association
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Pet Restrictions: In accordance with Sarasota County rules and regulations. If further interest please contact Sarasota County directly
  • Tax Book Number: 12-27
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 1270 VENICE GARDENS UNIT 18
  • Tax Lot: 1270
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Cleared, In County, Landscaped, Level
  • Parcel Number: 0436030035
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RSF3
  • Living Area: 1853
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1961
  • Amenities Additional Fees: Venice Gardens Civic Association is a voluntary membership. You may join the pool and club for an additional fee. Please contact Venice Gardens Civic Association directly for cost associated with both of these. This is NOT an HOA but a Civic Association
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 03-27-2024
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Public Survey Range: 19E
  • Public Survey Section: 21
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Private Mailbox
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room, Florida Room, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Concrete, Terrazzo, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area Source: Owner
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 8.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 444 Driftwood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6141309

$353,000—
Nov 5, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #N6141310

—
Nov 5, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #N6141309

—
Nov 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6141309

$347,900—
Aug 9, 2025

Expired

MFRMLS #N6138444

$374,000—
Apr 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6138444

$374,000—
Oct 16, 2024

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N6133974

$325,000—
Jul 28, 2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6133974

$325,000—
Aug 30, 2018

Sold

MFRMLS #A4400954

$140,500—
Jul 31, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #630336864

$140,500—
Jul 19, 2018

Pending

MFRMLS #A4400954

—
Apr 18, 2018

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4400954

$169,900—
Feb 27, 2018

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N5913791

$175,000—
Aug 3, 2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N5913791

$175,000—
Jul 19, 2017

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #C7241235

$184,900—
Jul 6, 2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #C7241235

$184,900—
Apr 8, 2010

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N5768736

$74,800—
Mar 22, 2010

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N5768736

$150,000—
Jun 11, 2009

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N5764898

$184,900—
Mar 23, 2009

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N5764898

$184,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6141309

$353,000
11/05/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #N6141310

—
11/05/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #N6141309

—
11/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6141309

$347,900
08/09/2025

Expired

MFRMLS #N6138444

$374,000
04/15/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6138444

$374,000
10/16/2024

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N6133974

$325,000
07/28/2024

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N6133974

$325,000
08/30/2018

Sold

MFRMLS #A4400954

$140,500
07/31/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #630336864

$140,500
07/19/2018

Pending

MFRMLS #A4400954

—
04/18/2018

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4400954

$169,900
02/27/2018

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N5913791

$175,000
08/03/2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N5913791

$175,000
07/19/2017

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #C7241235

$184,900
07/06/2017

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #C7241235

$184,900
04/08/2010

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N5768736

$74,800
03/22/2010

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N5768736

$150,000
06/11/2009

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #N5764898

$184,900
03/23/2009

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #N5764898

$184,900

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

Public Records for 444 Driftwood Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$389 ($32 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,228 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,228 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961Year Renovated1994ZoningRSF3CountySARASOTAAPN0436-03-0035

Schools near 444 Driftwood 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
Garden Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Venice Middle School
Public6 to 8

Venice Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Sky Academy Venice
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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444 Driftwood Road is a single family home for sale in Venice, FL 34293. This property was listed for sale on November 5, 2025 by GULF SHORES REALTY, it's currently listed at $353,000. It has been on the market for a total of 69 days and was last sold on August 30, 2018. This listing's school district is Sarasota. Nearby schools include Garden Elementary School, Venice Middle School and Venice Senior High School. 444 Driftwood Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,853 sqft single family home built in 1961.

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Listing Courtesy of GULF SHORES REALTY, Teresa Haberman; GULF SHORES REALTY, Holly Barabas

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