In Southwest Florida, finding quality of life does not imply moving into ostentatious or pricey neighborhoods. Venice Palms is a good example of a residential community where privacy, comfort and convenience can be enjoyed at reasonable prices.

Venice Palms is centrally located in the vicinity of I-75 and Jacaranda Boulevard, very close to downtown Venice and its beaches. There are 174 single-family homes neatly spread across 75 acres. Each home site has plenty of space for landscaping, swimming pools or playgrounds.

The first homes at Venice Palms were completed in the late 20th century. The Mediterranean style of residential architecture is predominant and the floor plans are very spacious. A three-bedroom and two-bathroom home built on 1,741 square feet of air-conditioned space can be found listed at $304K. A similar floor plan with more interior space in a 9,000 square foot lot can be negotiated for less than $350K.

Venice Palms residents take considerable pride in their lawn and gardens thanks to a filtered-well irrigation system. A bike trail inside the neighborhood leads to a nature preserve with a pond. The pristine Venice beaches are just four miles away, and the colorful Historic District is just three miles away.

House hunters looking for a quiet and private neighborhood will love Venice Palms. There is just one entrance to the complex, and many drivers do not even notice it. The community is surrounded by six nature areas that create a green and calm atmosphere and shield the homes from the city noise. Young residents are served by Garden Elementary, Venice Middle and Venice High schools.