2026 Loan Limits in Venice, Sarasota County
The 2026 conforming loan limit in Sarasota County is $832,750 — Florida's standard baseline — which covers the majority of Venice purchases. Sarasota County's FHA limit is $711,400, or $170,113 above Florida's $541,287 floor, giving FHA buyers meaningfully more purchasing power than buyers in most Florida markets.
Loan Programs Available
Conventional
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac financing up to $832,750 in Sarasota County — primary, second home, and investment.
FHA
3.5% down, flexible credit, no income cap. Venice's 2026 FHA ceiling: $711,400.
DSCR
Investment property financing that qualifies on rental income — no personal income documentation required. Common in Venice for long-term rentals and small multi-unit properties.
Jumbo & Non-QM
For loans above the conforming ceiling, bank statement, P&L, asset depletion, and foreign national programs are available.
Local Market Notes
Sarasota County; retiree market; growing; affordable vs Sarasota proper.

