Known as the "Shark Tooth Capital of the World," Venice, Florida offers a coastal lifestyle along the Gulf of Mexico. This waterfront city is famous for its beaches where visitors and residents can hunt for fossilized shark teeth � an activity unique to the area. With an average rent of $1,734 for a one-bedroom apartment, Venice provides comfortable living within its 17 square miles.

Venice's Mediterranean Revival architecture from the 1920s defines its downtown area. The city spans both "Venice Island" and mainland areas, connected by bridges over the Intracoastal Waterway. Housing options include apartment communities and single-family rental homes. Downtown Venice Avenue features palm-lined streets with shops, restaurants, and the Venice Theatre � the largest per-capita community theater in the United States.

The city maintains strong transportation connections via Interstate 75 and U.S. Route 41 (Tamiami Trail), with a median household income of $71,437. Venice residents enjoy the 9.3-mile Venetian Waterway Park trail system and mild climate, with average temperatures ranging from 72�F in January to 91�F in summer. The combination of Gulf beaches and Mediterranean-inspired architecture creates an appealing coastal atmosphere.