Desoto County Real Estate

Desoto County Real Estate

Welcome to DeSoto County, Florida—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Sunshine State. Known for its rich history, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant community, DeSoto County is the perfect place to call home. The county seat, Arcadia, is a charming city that beautifully blends Southern hospitality with a lively, small-town atmosphere.

Arcadia is renowned for its picturesque downtown area, where historic buildings house delightful boutiques, cozy cafes, and local eateries. Stroll through the streets and immerse yourself in the welcoming ambiance, where friendly faces and community events create a sense of belonging. The annual Arcadia Rodeo, one of the oldest in the state, showcases the county’s deep-rooted ranching traditions and draws visitors from near and far.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to love in DeSoto County. With its lush landscapes, serene rivers, and abundant wildlife, outdoor adventures await at every turn. Explore the scenic banks of the Peace River, perfect for kayaking and fishing, or take a leisurely hike through the tranquil trails of the nearby parks. The area is also home to several natural springs, offering refreshing escapes during the warm Florida summers.

Education and family-friendly amenities are a priority in DeSoto County, with excellent schools and recreational facilities that cater to all ages. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community, DeSoto County and Arcadia offer a unique blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Discover your dream home in this idyllic setting and experience the warmth and beauty of Florida living at its finest!

Newest Listings in Desoto County

$515,000
4 Beds 3 Baths Sunnybreeze Oaks Sub SubDv.
SPACE, SERENITY & GOLF-COURSE VIEWS! Beautifully situated on a coveted double lot totaling approximately 1.5 acres in Sunnybreeze Oaks, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers an exceptional combination of space, privacy and beautiful views overlooking Paradise Golf Course. The generous homesite provides a peaceful, almost country-like setting while still keeping shopping, dining and everyday conveniences within easy reach. Inside, a desirable split-bedroom floor plan provides plenty of room to spread out, with crown molding, tray ceilings and thoughtful storage throughout. The kitchen features double pantries, while the oversized laundry room offers additional space and functionality. In the breakfast nook, a beautiful aquarium-glass window draws your eye toward the lanai and golf course beyond. One of the home's best features is the connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces. Triple pocketing sliding glass doors open the living room to the large screened lanai, expanding the entertaining area and making the peaceful golf-course setting part of the home. The lanai also offers convenient access to a full bathroom—a feature that could easily serve as a pool bath should a future owner decide to add a pool. And with approximately 1.5 acres, there is certainly plenty of room to create the outdoor retreat you've been imagining. Major improvements include a new roof in 2024 and new A/C in 2026, adding even more appeal and peace of mind. Sunnybreeze Oaks is deed restricted without an HOA, providing neighborhood standards without monthly HOA fees. With 1.5 acres, four bedrooms, three full baths, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, golf-course views and room for a future pool, this is a property that offers something increasingly hard to find—space to breathe without giving up convenience. **Be sure to view the 3D tour and floor plan under the 2nd virtual tour link**

8011 Sw Sunny Oaks Drive, Arcadia

$229,000
Hidden Acres SubDv.
5 ACRES, MOSTLY CLEARED AND READY FOR YOUR PLANS! Located in Arcadia and zoned Residential Mixed District (RM), this versatile property offers multiple potential uses, including single-family or manufactured homes and livestock.Much of the groundwork has already been completed! The property is mostly cleared and level, fenced on three sides, and features a pipe-gated entrance. A circular driveway with packed road base is already in place, along with a 75' x 25' RV/mobile home pad constructed with approximately 5 inches of packed road base and an elevated carport pad. The property has also been surveyed with elevations.A 24' x 13' elevated, weather-tight storage shed provides plenty of space for equipment and storage. A new Earthquake Acreage 48" rough-cut mower conveys with the property, along with the mailbox and post currently stored in the shed.Mature oak trees add to the peaceful country setting, while a fire ring and included firewood provide a great spot to enjoy evenings outdoors. Wildlife is abundant, with white-tailed and Axis deer, wild turkeys, rabbits, squirrels, and more frequently seen around the property.Whether you're looking for a future homesite, a place for your RV or manufactured home, room for livestock, or simply your own piece of Florida country living, this 5-acre parcel offers a great head start with valuable improvements already in place. Bring your plans and make 8538 SW Opossum Trl your own!

8538 Sw Opossum Trl, Arcadia

$495,000
2 Beds 1 Baths Hidden Oaks Sub Prcl 3 SubDv.
Welcome to 3375 SE Hidden Oaks Dr in Arcadia, where country living, beautiful oak trees, and thoughtful updates come together in a property designed for both comfort and functionality.The refreshed kitchen features premium Café appliances, resurfaced countertops, freshly painted cabinetry, an added pantry, tile backsplash, new faucet, updated under-sink plumbing and disposal, and a newly installed window above the sink that brings additional natural light into the space.The bedrooms feature hardwood flooring, new baseboards, updated closet doors and shelving, barn doors, and smart ceiling fans. The bathroom has also received several improvements, including a new vanity and faucet, updated under-sink plumbing, tile, a new shower valve and trim, and the replacement of the previous shower with a tub. Additional interior improvements include fresh paint and a smart ceiling fan in the living room.Outside, mature oak trees add to the property's peaceful country setting. Equestrian features include a fenced area for horses, several smaller paddocks, and four horse stalls, providing a great setup for those looking to keep their horses right at home.Major exterior and mechanical improvements include fresh exterior paint, a new water heater, underground electrical relocation, surge protectors, an asphalt-millings driveway, and a new 2-ton whole-house A/C system complete with new ductwork, air handler, and condenser.With its combination of updated living spaces, major system improvements, beautiful oak trees, and existing horse amenities, 3375 SE Hidden Oaks Dr offers the opportunity to enjoy the Arcadia country lifestyle with much of the work already done.

3375 Se Hidden Oak Dr, Arcadia

$220,000
Prime 4.66-acre land opportunity in Arcadia, DeSoto County, offering approximately 202,989 square feet of land in a growing Southwest Florida community. The property provides a spacious footprint for buyers considering a future development or land investment opportunity, surrounded by the continued growth and expansion of the Arcadia area.The parcel's size offers flexibility for future use, subject to DeSoto County zoning regulations and applicable development requirements. Its location at 8671 SW Opossum Trl provides access to surrounding residential areas, local services, major roadways, and the broader DeSoto County market.Zoned RM, the property falls within a DeSoto County residential multi-family zoning classification designed to accommodate a range of potential uses and development patterns, subject to the county's specific regulations. Buyers should verify permitted uses, allowable density and intensity, building requirements, setbacks, lot coverage, parking requirements, access, utility availability, and all other applicable development standards with DeSoto County prior to purchase.The property is located in Flood Zone AE, which indicates areas of a 100-year flood hazard where base flood elevations and flood hazard factors have been determined under current FEMA flood maps. Buyers should independently verify the current flood zone designation, flood insurance requirements, drainage conditions, building regulations, and any applicable development restrictions with FEMA and the appropriate local authorities.The property is identified by Parcel ID 14-38-23-0191-00H0-0030. Buyers should independently verify zoning, dimensions, access, utilities, flood zone information, development potential, and all other property details prior to purchase.The property is available for a self-guided tour. Subleasing is not permitted. This property is not available for rent or lease.

8671 Sw Opossum Trail, Arcadia

$220,000
Hidden Acres SubDv.
Prime 4.66-acre land opportunity in Arcadia, DeSoto County, offering approximately 202,989 square feet of land in a growing Southwest Florida community. The property provides a spacious footprint for buyers considering a future development or land investment opportunity, surrounded by the continued growth and expansion of the Arcadia area.The parcel's size offers flexibility for future use, subject to DeSoto County zoning regulations and applicable development requirements. Its location at 8671 SW Opossum Trl provides access to surrounding residential areas, local services, major roadways, and the broader DeSoto County market.Zoned RM, the property falls within a DeSoto County residential multi-family zoning classification designed to accommodate a range of potential uses and development patterns, subject to the county's specific regulations. Buyers should verify permitted uses, allowable density and intensity, building requirements, setbacks, lot coverage, parking requirements, access, utility availability, and all other applicable development standards with DeSoto County prior to purchase.The property is located in Flood Zone AE, which indicates areas of a 100-year flood hazard where base flood elevations and flood hazard factors have been determined under current FEMA flood maps. Buyers should independently verify the current flood zone designation, flood insurance requirements, drainage conditions, building regulations, and any applicable development restrictions with FEMA and the appropriate local authorities.The property is identified by Parcel ID 14-38-23-0191-00H0-0030. Buyers should independently verify zoning, dimensions, access, utilities, flood zone information, development potential, and all other property details prior to purchase.The property is available for a self-guided tour. Subleasing is not permitted. This property is not available for rent or lease.

8671 SW Opossum Trail Trail, Arcadia

$235,000
Carlton & Mcewens Add SubDv.
DOWNTOWN ARCADIA COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY, BRING YOUR VISION! If you’ve been waiting for the opportunity to create something completely your own in the heart of Arcadia, this could be it! Located in downtown Arcadia, this commercial property offers a versatile footprint with excellent potential for an owner-user, investor, entrepreneur, or developer ready to bring a new concept to life. The interior has already been partially opened up, exposing the bones of the building and giving the next owner a head start on designing a space tailored to their needs. The long, open layout, high ceilings, storefront frontage and flexible interior configuration create possibilities for a wide variety of commercial concepts. Imagine transforming this property into an escape room or immersive entertainment venue, boutique retail shop, antique or vintage market, western apparel store, art gallery, photography studio, salon or spa, barber shop, fitness studio, dance or cheer studio, professional offices, insurance office, bridal boutique, bakery, hobby or craft store, indoor vendor market, arcade or gaming lounge. The open interior could also potentially accommodate multiple suites or business concepts under one roof. For an investor, the property presents an opportunity to renovate and reposition a downtown commercial building for future rental income. For the entrepreneur, it is a chance to take a space that has already been stripped back and turn it into a business that stands out. With downtown frontage, nearby businesses and public activity, this property offers the kind of location where the right concept could become part of Arcadia’s growing downtown scene. The hard part is deciding what you want it to become. Bring your contractor, your plans and your imagination, this one is ready for its next chapter.

11 N Polk Ave, Arcadia

$499,990
3 Beds 3 Baths Lake Suzy Villas SubDv.
ONE-OF-A-KIND DESIGNER LAKEFRONT RESIDENCE WITH NO HOA, BREATHTAKING SUNRISES, PANORAMIC WATER VIEWS AND AN EXTRAORDINARY LEVEL OF CUSTOMIZATION THROUGHOUT! Designed and curated by an interior designer with 30 years of experience with over $380,000 invested, this spectacular 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath waterfront home offers over 2,400 square feet of living space where virtually every room has been thoughtfully transformed with distinctive finishes, custom details and upgrades you simply will not find in an ordinary home. From the moment you enter, the attention to detail is undeniable. The showpiece kitchen features an oversized quartz island with extensive seating, custom cabinetry with illuminated glass displays, premium appliances, induction cooking, designer range hood, pot filler, built-in refrigeration, beverage station and incredible storage, all opening seamlessly into the dining and living areas. At the center of the home is a truly unique floor-to-ceiling glass atrium filled with lush tropical landscaping, bringing natural light and greenery directly into the living space and creating an indoor/outdoor atmosphere unlike anything else on the market. The expansive living room is designed around the WATER VIEWS and features custom built-ins, an impressive fireplace/entertainment wall and large sliders opening to the screened waterfront lanai. Step outside and embrace the Lake Suzy lifestyle, where the expansive freshwater lake allows boating right from your backyard—perfect for leisurely sunset cruises, peaceful days on the water, and fishing just steps from home. Upstairs, the primary suite is a destination of its own with expansive lake views, private outdoor living, a spectacular spa-inspired bathroom with dual vanities and an oversized custom shower, plus an incredible boutique-style walk-in closet with extensive built-in cabinetry and display storage. Two additional bedrooms and a beautifully updated guest bath provide plenty of room for family and visitors. Outdoor living is equally impressive with multiple screened and covered spaces overlooking Lake Suzy and a massive custom metal waterfront dock providing an incredible place to relax, entertain and take in the peaceful surroundings. Wake up to GORGEOUS SUNRISES shimmering across the lake and enjoy wide, unobstructed water views from multiple areas of the home. Major improvements include a NEW ROOF IN 2022, TWO A/C SYSTEMS, updated electrical, smart energy-efficient water heater and approximately $80,000 invested in ENERGY EFFICIENT IMPACT WINDOWS AND SLIDERS. SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY provides convenient control of lighting, climate and other features throughout the residence. Additional details include designer lighting, custom wall treatments, upgraded flooring, barn doors, extensive built-in cabinetry, multiple outdoor living areas, attached 2-car garage and countless custom touches that must be seen in person to fully appreciate. AND PERHAPS MOST IMPRESSIVE—NO HOA FEES! Enjoy the waterfront lifestyle and single-family-style living without the monthly association expense normally expected in a property like this. Located in beautiful Lake Suzy with nearby golf, shopping, dining and convenient access to I-75, this is not a cookie-cutter Florida home—it is a PERSONALIZED WORK OF DESIGN overlooking the water. IF YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR SOMETHING TRULY DIFFERENT, THIS IS IT—SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY AND EXPERIENCE THIS REMARKABLE LAKEFRONT HOME FOR YOURSELF!

12918 Sw Doug Drive, Arcadia

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