Venice
A charming coastal town just south of Sarasota, known for its historic district and a slower pace.
Photo: Don Miller, CC BY 2.0, cropped
- Population
- 27,479
- Median price
- $408,778▼ 0.2% y/y
- Median income
- $76,755
- Median age
- 69.2 years
- Commute
- ~25–35 min
Median price: Redfin, all home types, June 2026 — except Sarasota County, which is single-family, July 2026, from the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee. Population, income and age: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 five-year estimates. Markets move — ask me for this week's numbers.
School information is deliberately not rated here — look up any school's official grade yourself at the Florida Department of Education's report cards, edudata.fldoe.org.
A coastal town
Just south of Sarasota, Venice is a charming coastal town known for its historic district and relaxed atmosphere. Housing options range from cozy beachside cottages to elegant gated estates, catering to a wide range of residents.
Beaches and outdoors
Pristine beaches like Venice Beach and Caspersen Beach are perfect for shark tooth hunting and scenic walks. Outdoor enthusiasts also enjoy Venetian Waterway Park, boating along the Intracoastal, and abundant fishing.
The draw
Year-round festivals, shopping on Venice Avenue, and waterfront seafood dining round out a serene but engaged coastal pace. The historic district's Mediterranean Revival architecture gives the town a character newer developments can't copy.
Popular neighborhoods
- South Venice
- Pelican Pointe
- The Island of Venice