Welcome to your Florida dream villa in Watercrest, a gated and maintenance-free community nestled in sunny Venice, just 5 miles from the light sands of Venice Beach and 1 mile to I-75 for easy commuting. This move-in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bath villa is a rare opportunity to own the popular and spacious Dahlia model by Lennar Homes. Thoughtfully designed with comfort, function, and Florida charm in mind, this home offers 1, 550 sq ft of air-conditioned living space (2, 318 total sq ft) in a quiet, maintenance-free neighborhood just minutes from it all. Step inside to find elegant crown molding gracing the living room, dining area, kitchen, and primary suite an elevated touch that adds charm and dimension to every space. The open-concept kitchen features stainless steel GE appliances, ample cabinetry, and a breakfast bar perfect for casual meals or entertaining. The side-by-side refrigerator is 25.3 cu ft! The radiant glass top cook top range has a convention setting and is self cleaning. The large capacity dishwasher has Dry Boost so that plastics are dryer. The adjacent dining area boasts an upgraded light fixture, adding understated elegance. The spacious and peaceful primary suite, is complete with custom built-ins, sliding glass doors to the lanai, a walk-in closet, and a spa-like ensuite bath with granite dual vanities, a large walk-in shower, and private water closet. Another bedroom also features built-ins, making it ideal as a home office, guest room, or creative space. Step outside to your screened-in lanai, where mornings are spent sipping coffee and evenings are made for unwinding. The backyard features a grassy buffer and privacy fence, offering a quiet retreat just for you. The separate laundry room includes a GE washer & dryer and extra storage space, and the attached garage adds convenience and security. Beyond your front door, Watercrest invites you to live the resort lifestyle with its zero-entry pool, fitness center, and poolside gathering areas all just steps away. Plus, this pet-friendly community allows up to three pets, so your furry family members are welcome too! Best of all, there's no required flood insurance, and your low quarterly HOA fee ($778.88) covers exterior maintenance, lawn care, recreational facilities, and private road upkeep giving you more time to enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Located just 5 miles to Venice Beach, 1 mile to I-75, and close to shopping, dining, golf, healthcare, equestrian show facility, and the charming streets of Historic Downtown Venice, this home puts everything within reach while still offering a peaceful place to unwind. If you're ready to trade stress for sunshine, this is the one. Welcome home.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13 x 15
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 13
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13 x 12
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
- Bedroom 3 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 10
- Primary Bathroom: 8 x 11
- Primary Bathroom Level: First
- Living Room Dimensions: 17 x 17
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 6 x 11
- Bathroom 2 Level: First
Interior Features
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Crown Molding
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Solid Surface Counters
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Dimensions: 12 x 14
- Kitchen Level: First
Exterior and Lot Features
- Sidewalk
- Sliding Doors
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Porch Dimensions: 9 x 28
- Porch Level: First
Garage and Parking
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Features: 21x23
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.1041322
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4536
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 778
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Association Fee Includes: Common Area Taxes, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pool, Private Road, Recreational Facilities
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 259
- Association Name: Sean Noonan
- Association Phone: 9418704920
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: Dogs must be kept on leash when outside the home. See Community Wide Standards document page 29 for more details., Number Of Pets: 3
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Taylor Ranch Elementary
- High School: Venice Senior High
- Middle School: Venice Area Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 1
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 6 Months
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 4235.96
- Tax Block: 1
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Directions: From Downtown Venice, go east on Venice Ave to Jacaranda Blvd. Go around traffic circle to head NE on Jacaranda. Turn right onto Crestview, proceed to gate. After gate make immediate right onto Nearpoint Dr and left onto Haze Dr. Home is on the right at 9917 Haze. From I-75, take Exit 193/Jacaranda Blvd, SW approximately 3/4 mile. Turn left onto Crestview, proceed to gate. After gate make immediate right onto Nearpoint Dr and left onto Haze Dr. Home is on the right at 9917 Haze.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34292 - Venice
- Source Neighborhood: WATERCREST UN 2
- Parcel Number: 0416030024
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2707
- Public Survey Range: 19E
- Public Survey Section: 11
- Subdivision: WATERCREST UN 2
- Township: 39S
- Zoning: RMF1
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 0 Quarterly
- Property Subtype: Villa
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1550
- Year Built: 2019
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2318
- Building Name: 86
- Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
- Direction Faces: North
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 6
- Roof: Tile
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Building Total Stories: 1
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public