John Carpenter
$517,000$524,9002 bd2 ba1,165 sqft$444 /sqft$4,385 /mo all-in ↓

500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604, VENICE, FL, 34285

Active140 days on marketListed Mar 17, 2026MLS #C7523458

Reduced $8KCondominiumGULF TWIN TOWERS

About this home

500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604

2/2 Ocean / Beach front View the Gulf of Mexico / Venice Florida. Unit 604 at 500 The Esplanade N –  2-bedroom, 2-bathroom end-unit condo located in one of Venice Island’s most desirable Gulf-front communities.  View the peaceful Gulf and coastal comfort. The six floor end-unit offers 1,165 sq ft of light-filled living space, thanks to extra hurricane windows that fill the condo with natural sunlight. The spacious living and dining areas overlook the Gulf of Mexico, providing a serenity setting for everyday relaxation or entertaining. The primary bedroom includes a large closet, an suite bath, and tranquil Gulf views.  Guest bedroom and second full bath provide comfortable space for visitors.  Newer A/C and hot water heater. Laundry facilities with additional storage are conveniently located just steps away on each floor, and the unit includes assigned covered parking.  Exclusive Amenities Just Across the Street Enjoy access to a private beach area, heated pool, grill station, and shuffleboard courts—reserved for residents and their guests. Whether you’re soaking up the sun or winding down after a beach walk, these amenities elevate the island lifestyle.  Ideal Venice Island Location Only minutes from historic downtown Venice, with easy access to restaurants, boutique shopping, the Venice Fishing Pier, and local arts and events. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, vacation home, or investment, this location offers it all. Gulf Twin Towers owns over an acre of gated Gulf-front, beach-front property, unique to Gulf Twin Towers, with 170+ feet of private beachfront, a heated pool, lounge seating, and tropical landscaping. Close to local amenities, beaches, and Tiki Bars and Live entertainment. The best game fishing in the world with off speed boat racing to spring training baseball teams as The Atlanta Braves and Tampa Rays. Just want to go to the beach or go fishing for the day. Great to do it all with whatever you can dream or do as a hobby. Local International Airports: Fort Myers, Sarasota and local Punta Gorda with Allegiant airlines direct. Many outdoor concert venues weekly. Local parks, state parks, tennis or pickle ball, to amazing golf courses. You deserve to view this property and make it your home or investment.

Facts & features

The home at a glance

2

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

1,165

Sqft

0.45 ac

Lot size

1968

Year built

Multi/Split

Levels

$444

Per sqft

Water view

Inside

FlooringCarpet · Tile
AppliancesDishwasher · Range
InteriorLiving Room/Dining Room Combo
LaundryCommon Area · Same Floor As Condo Unit
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingElectric

Outside & construction

RoofMembrane
ConstructionBlock · Concrete · Stucco
FoundationBlock
ViewWater
FacesWest
ParkingCommon · Covered · Guest
ExteriorCourtyard · Sidewalk · Storage

Community & fees

HOA fee$720/mo
Taxes (2025)$2,792/yr
PetsNo
CommunityBuyer Approval Required · Community Mailbox · Deed Restrictions · Pool · Sidewalks · Wheelchair Access

Utilities & systems

UtilitiesPublic
WaterPublic

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.

$4,385 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%

Principal & interest$3,044
FHA mortgage insurance (est.)$229
Property tax — 2025 actual bill$233
Condo fee — from the listing$720
Insurance (FL estimate)$160

The assumptions

Loan typeFHADown payment3.5% · $18,095Loan30-yr fixed at 6%Mortgage insuranceIncludedTaxesActual bill on recordInsuranceFlorida estimate

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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Loan type
Down payment3.5% · $18,095
Interest rate6.00%
Loan term

Estimated payment

$4,385/mo

Principal & interest$3,044
FHA mortgage insurance (est.)$229
Property taxes (actual bill)$233
HOA / condo fee$720
Est. insurance$160

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.

List $517K
$495KedgeAI estimate $523,416 · range $516K$551K$573K

vs edgeAI estimate

−1.2%

$/sqft vs Venice actives

$444 vs $254

Days on market

140 vs 59 typical

Where $444/sqft sits among the 400 Venice actives

129
147
63
22
10 · this home
29
$154–220$220–287$287–354$354–421$421–488$488+

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 Venice

Map of 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604

Get to know Venice. See the full Venice guide →

VENICE 34285 — neighborhood snapshot

Population

18,821

Median age

69.6

Median income

$67,712

Median home value

$295,400

Avg household

1.74

Households w/ children

679

For the school run

Sarasota County School District

HighVenice Senior High School★★★★
ElementaryVenice Elementary School★★★★★
MiddleVenice Middle School★★★★

School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.

The numbers that matter

The Venice market

Seller’s marketSeller’s market2.9 months of inventoryBuyer’s market

$390K$390K

Venice median sold, yr/yr

95.6%

Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)

181 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 132% above the VENICE 34285 median. See the full Venice market guide →

Paper trail

This home's history

CurrentPrice reduced to $517,000 $8K
Mar 17, 2026Listed at $524,900 · 140 days on market since
1968Built · GULF TWIN TOWERS

Reality check

What actually sold near 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604

Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.

500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 308Sold · Jan ’26

$540,000

500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 308 · same community

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,238 sqft · $436/sqft · 100 DOM

237 SAN MARCO DRIVESold · Feb ’26

$650,000

237 SAN MARCO DRIVE

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,113 sqft · $584/sqft · 91 DOM

242 PIAZZA DI LUNASold · Jul ’26

$700,000

242 PIAZZA DI LUNA

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,254 sqft · $558/sqft · 4 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.

John Carpenter

Your agent

John Carpenter

CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge

Tours, negotiation, and every question about 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604 — start here.

Andrew Acosta

Your lender

Andrew Acosta

Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866

Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604 — before you fall in love.

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Straight answers

500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604 FAQs

What would the monthly payment be for 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604?+

With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,385/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $720/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 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604?+

The association fee works out to $720 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.

What are the property taxes on 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604?+

The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,792. 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 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604?+

The listing reports pets: No. 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 $517,000, this home is listed about 31% above the Venice median of $395,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.

Which schools are assigned to 500 THE ESPLANADE N UNIT 604?+

Venice Senior High School (high), Venice Elementary School (elementary), Venice Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.

The brief

Five things that matter here

01Positioned at the premium end

$517,000 runs 132% above the VENICE 34285 median.

02Water views

The water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.

03Know the monthly fee

The association fee is $720/mo. That usually buys real services — verify what's covered before comparing this home against fee-free alternatives.

04Time on market is leverage

140 days on market against a Venice median of 59 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.

05Strong assigned schools

Venice Senior High School, Venice Elementary School, Venice Middle School — Venice Senior High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.

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