17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401, VENICE, FL, 34293
Active69 days on marketListed May 20, 2026MLS #C7526400
About this home
17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401
Welcome to 17565 Opal Sand Drive in the highly sought-after Wellen Park Golf & Country Club, where luxury resort-style living meets championship golf. This beautifully designed newer construction never lived in condo offers the ultimate Florida lifestyle with a coveted deeded golf membership included, giving you access to the community’s premier 18-hole course and world-class amenities. Enjoy stunning golf course and sunset views from your private screened lanai while embracing the relaxed elegance of Southwest Florida living. The open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light and features contemporary finishes, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, spacious bedrooms, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a day on the course. This never lived in top floor end unit overlooks the entire 5th hole, from the Tee box to the Green and the pond to the nature preserve. Residents enjoy access to resort-style pools, a tiki bar, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, spa services, and an active social lifestyle within this gated golf community. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown Wellen, CoolToday Park, shopping, dining, entertainment, and the Gulf beaches, this property offers the perfect blend of recreation, convenience, and luxury living. Whether you are searching for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, this exceptional golf-included property delivers the lifestyle buyers are lookin for in one of Florida's fastest growing communities. The condo comes with deeded golf membership. The condo is next to the satilate pool and has it own 10X10 private storage room.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,149
Sqft
1.76 ac
Lot size
2024
Year built
One
Levels
$278
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
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.
$3,117 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
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:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,117/mo
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.
vs edgeAI estimate
+16.7%
$/sqft vs Venice actives
$278 vs $255
Days on market
69 vs 47 typical
Where $278/sqft sits among the 400 Venice actives
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 West Villages
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West Villages — neighborhood snapshot
Population
7,690
Median age
66
Median income
$103,803
Median home value
$493,616
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
317
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Venice market
$390K → $389K
Venice median sold, yr/yr
95.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
172 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 3% above the VENICE 34293 median. See the full Venice market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$375,000
12240 WELLEN GOLF STREET UNIT 406 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,149 sqft · $326/sqft · 2 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$285,000
12140 WELLEN GOLF STREET UNIT 202 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,149 sqft · $248/sqft · 267 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$245,000
17570 OPAL SANDS UNIT 107 · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,154 sqft · $212/sqft · 0 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.
Your agent
Dan Schriver
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,117/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $415/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 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401?+
The association fee works out to $415 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,277. 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 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. 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 $319,000, this home is listed about 20% below the Venice median of $399,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 17565 OPAL SAND DRIVE UNIT 401?+
Taylor Ranch Elementary School (elementary), Venice Middle School (middle), Venice Senior High School (high) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Golf Course & Pool & Water views
The golf course and pool and water view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
02Strong assigned schools
Taylor Ranch Elementary School, Venice Middle School, Venice Senior High School — Taylor Ranch Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $325,000, now $319,000 — a $6K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX PALM REALTY · Charles Dean. MLS #C7526400.
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