Rivendell

Rivendell Homes for Sale – Osprey, Florida 34229

Osprey rings well amongst prospective buyers of Sarasota homes for sale largely because of communities like the Woodlands at Rivendell. Simply referred to as Rivendell in the MLS of available residences in Osprey, this community cornered a prime 400-acre site east off Old Venice Road and Pine View High School. Its acreage is notably convenient also to two major road corridors serving Osprey: Interstate 75 to the east and the Tamiami Trail to the west.

Bordered east by the 1,382-acre Oscar Scherer State Park, Rivendell real estate was masterfully developed to meld with its refreshing natural environment. The community features several ponds and lakes, sprawling preserves, and open spaces which serve as an endearing backdrop for the homes for sale in Rivendell.

Perks of Countryside Living

The overall ambiance in Rivendell is that of a small countryside village, as its development likewise included exquisite landscaping and winding roads with street lighting and wide sidewalks. A deed-restricted community, the Woodlands at Rivendell also features underground utilities.

Additionally, the residents of this community enjoy many other amenities onsite including a bridge and paved walking trail through the woodlands of the property. Rivendell also provides a community swimming pool, and a park with a charming gazebo.

Residential Mix for Every Need

There are close to 500 home sites in Rivendell, with the choices of residential designs ranging from executive-style residences, villas, and patio homes. The residences in most of Rivendell’s neighborhoods require homeowner maintenance, except those in the Cottages of Rivendell.

This maintenance-included neighborhood consists of 84 dwellings spread nearest to Old Venice Road. Developed around a lone internal street, Meadow Sweet Circle, the Cottages of Rivendell flaunts a winsome curb appeal reminiscent of vintage homes in a 1900’s Main Street: white picket fences, lovely landscaping, and quaint front porches. The neighborhood provides a clubhouse and a pool exclusively for its residents. Market listings of Rivendell cottages are typically priced ranging from the $300s to the $400s, featuring floor areas of between 1,500 and 2,300 square feet designed with two to three bedrooms.

The prime choices in Rivendell are its estate or executive homes which include custom masterpieces of some prominent homebuilders like Arthur Ruthenberg and John Cannon. The typical asking prices for these builds can range between the $500s and the $600s. Typically designed with four bedrooms, these residences feature floor areas starting from 2,400 square feet up to about 3,900 square feet.

Hefty Points for Osprey

Rivendell draws the interest of home buyers not only due to its proximity to Pine View School and the outdoor delights of Oscar Scherer Park. This community also meets many items on the wish list of home shoppers, such as convenient access to healthcare facilities and commercial centers, as well as hubs of leisure and cultural activities.

Just south of Rivendell, there are retail shops along with restaurants around the junction of Blackburn Point Road and Tamiami Trail. This nearby area is likewise a gateway west to the water-based recreational activities in the Casey Key Marina and Blackburn Park. Trips northward via the Tamiami Trail or Interstate 75 unlock even more points of interest in Sarasota, while similar excursions south leads to equally attractive life and leisure choices in Venice.

Rivendell Homes For Sale

Below are the current real estate listings available in Rivendell.

Please contact me if you would like to schedule a tour of any of the listed properties below.

MLS# A4631385 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 710 SHADOW BAY WAY
• Price: $795,000
• Zip Code: 34229
• 2533 Square Feet
• Subdivision: RIVENDELL
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3
• Florida's perfect floor plan. Built in 2002, it features soaring ceilings and a smartly designed layout, perfect for living and entertaining. The expansive great room, with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, flows seamlessly into a formal dining room, a ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

MLS# A4629615 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 1076 MALLARD MARSH DR
• Price: $765,000
• Zip Code: 34229
• 2707 Square Feet
• Subdivision: RIVENDELL
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2+
• Welcome to the POOL home at the sought after RIVENDELL. This spacious home is located in the acclaimed PINEVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT.OVERSIZED LOT BACKING TO A PRESERVE. Three bedroom plus den and two full bathrooms plus half bath. The mature landscape ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

MLS# N6135509 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 819 SHADOW BAY WAY
• Price: $729,000
• Zip Code: 34229
• 2145 Square Feet
• Subdivision: RIVENDELL
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• This charming 2,145-square-foot pool home is in the premier community of Rivendell. This maintenance-free, tropically landscaped corner lot home has been eloquently updated and maintained. Featuring three bedrooms, formal dining room, den, two baths, ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY

MLS# A4631130 - Status: Active View Property Details Add to Favorites View Map

• 1109 SCHERER WAY
• Price: $699,500
• Zip Code: 34229
• 2125 Square Feet
• Subdivision: RIVENDELL WOODLANDS
• Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2
• This fabulous residence, featuring a new tile roof installed in November 2024 and hurricane-impact windows and shutters for the patio doors, is set against the backdrop of a sparkling lake, offering stunning scenic views and a vibrant array of local ... Read More
• Listing courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY