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$319,000

1608 BOB O LINK DRIVE, VENICE, FL 34293

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Active37 days on market

Beds

3

Baths

2

Sq Ft

2,138 sq ft

Year Built

1979

Lot Size

0.28 acres

Garage

2

About This Property

Back on the market due to buyer's financing. No fault of seller. OVER 2,100 SQ. FT. OF OPPORTUNITY ON AN OVERSIZED CORNER LOT! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a spacious and versatile floor plan featuring a separate family room and an air-conditioned Florida room, providing plenty of space for relaxing, entertaining, or working from home. The kitchen offers a lovely layout and cozy feel; overlooking the family room and Florida room is off to the side, and it even has a dining room area. This adorable block home that has been lovingly maintained over the years, this home has great bones and is ready for your personal touch. Major updates include a new HVAC system installed in 2014 and a tile roof replaced in 2018. With a little TLC and cosmetic updating, this property can truly shine and become the home of your dreams. Situated on an oversized corner lot in the desirable Venice Gardens community, this home is conveniently located just minutes from historic Downtown Venice, Venice Beach, Caspersen Beach, Wellen Park, golf courses, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and top-rated Sarasota County schools. Easy access to US-41, Jacaranda Boulevard, and I-75 makes commuting a breeze while keeping all of Venice's most popular attractions within easy reach. Seller Credits Avalailbe. Act fast and schedule a showing today! Preferred Lender Robert Stettler from NFM Lending is offering one Percent of the loan amount as a lender credit towards closing costs or rate buy-downs on this specific home

Property Overview

Property TypeResidential
Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
MLS #A4703674
StatusActive
Year Built1979
Stories1
Total Rooms6
ConstructionBlock, Stucco
RoofTile
FoundationSlab
FacesNortheast
SubdivisionVENICE GARDENS
CountySarasota
OwnershipFee Simple

Interior Features

InteriorCeiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom
FlooringTile
AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
LaundryInside, Laundry Room
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral, Electric

Exterior & Lot

ExteriorPrivate Mailbox, Rain Gutters
Lot Size0.28 acres (12,051 sq ft)
Road SurfacePaved
0

Utilities

WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected

Parking

GarageYes (2 spaces)

HOA & Community

HOAYes
HOA Fee$575 / Annually
Senior CommunityNo

Financial Details

List Price$319,000
Annual Taxes$2,178 (2025)
FinancingCash, Conventional
ZoningRSF2
Parcel #0437020033

Schools

ElementaryGarden Elementary
MiddleVenice Area Middle
HighVenice Senior High

Directions

Conveniently located with easy access to I-75. From I-75, take Exit 193 (Jacaranda Blvd.) and head south toward Venice. Turn right onto Center Road, then left onto Shamrock Boulevard. Continue to Bob O Link Drive and turn right. 1608 Bob O Link Drive will be on your left

Location

1608 BOB O LINK DRIVE, VENICE, FL 34293

Listing Information

OfficeVILLA & COMPANY INC
ListedAugust 24, 2026

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Home Price

$319,000

20% ($63,800)
6.75%

Loan Term

Principal & Interest$1,655
Property Tax (est.)$292
Insurance (est.)$150
Total Monthly$2,098
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How to Buy This Home

Multiple financing options available for this $319,000 home in VENICE.

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Conventional

$15,950 Down

Traditional financing. As low as 3-5% down with good credit.

Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs

You may qualify for up to $35,000 in assistance to cover your down payment and closing costs.

Florida Hometown Heroes

Up to $35,000

First-time buyers working in FL

FL Assist

Up to $10,000

FHA, VA, or USDA borrowers

FL HLP Second Mortgage

Up to $10,000

First-time buyers, 0% deferred

Sarasota County SHIP

Varies

Income-qualifying Sarasota residents

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