Reduced $25,000, Stunning Desoto Acres Property. This recently transformed home sits atop over 2 acres complete with gated entry, mature trees and detached garage. Recent improvements include: new metal roof; concrete driveway; 2 new air conditioning units; well equipment (pump, aerator, pressure tanks); lift station and septic pump; solid wood kitchen cabinetry complete with soft-close hardware and quartz countertops; stainless appliances; carport; ranch fencing; garage door; wood flooring; fresh paint inside and out; baseboards and crown molding; LED lighting and fans throughout; interior doors; 2 newly tiled fireplaces; fresh landscaping. The beautifully open floor plan, abundance of natural light, privacy and convenient location are just a few reasons to schedule a private showing of this home today.
Short Sale -Desoto Acres 5 bed 3 and 1 half bath handyman special. Close to downtown and travel just around the corner. "Short Sale" Approval of the owner(s) of record lenders(s) may be conditioned upon the gross commission being reduced, any reduction of the gross compensation will be apportioned (insert apportionment or split) between listing and cooperating brokers.
Public Records
Feb 6, 1989
Sold
$89,900
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,860 (−8.6%)
$394,100 + $587,000
$981,100
2024
$12,975 (+3.1%)
2023
$12,586 (−5.7%)
$359,600 + $685,700
$1,045,300
2022
$13,349 (+76.6%)
$266,600 + $837,600
$1,104,200
2021
$7,559 (+6.8%)
$199,800 + $361,100
$560,900
2020
$7,079 (+11.7%)
$138,500 + $373,000
$511,500
2019
$6,336 (+34.7%)
2018
$4,702 (+64.3%)
$137,500 + $190,100
$327,600
2017
$2,861 (−1.0%)
2016
$2,889 (−1.5%)
2015
$2,933 (+0.4%)
2014
$2,921
2013
$2,918 (+2.5%)
2012
$2,847
Tax history for 2217 Desoto Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,860 (−8.6%)
$394,100 + $587,000
$981,100
2024
$12,975 (+3.1%)
2023
$12,586 (−5.7%)
$359,600 + $685,700
$1,045,300
2022
$13,349 (+76.6%)
$266,600 + $837,600
$1,104,200
2021
$7,559 (+6.8%)
$199,800 + $361,100
$560,900
2020
$7,079 (+11.7%)
$138,500 + $373,000
$511,500
2019
$6,336 (+34.7%)
2018
$4,702 (+64.3%)
$137,500 + $190,100
$327,600
2017
$2,861 (−1.0%)
2016
$2,889 (−1.5%)
2015
$2,933 (+0.4%)
2014
$2,921
2013
$2,918 (+2.5%)
2012
$2,847
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.14 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
4,520
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0022140001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
RE-1
Residential Estate District
The RE Districts permits large lot, estate-type development. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions and requirements necessary to preserve and protect the low-density estate character of the district; The RE Districts are generally used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as Semi-Rural, Low Density and Moderate Density Residential on the Future Land Use Map. Locations on the Barrier Islands that have existing RE zoning are acknowledged, and are considered to be consistent with the Future Land Use Map; however, such lands shall not be rezoned to a more intensive RE District; Agricultural uses permitted under the OUE-2 District prior to October 27, 2003, shall continue to be permitted uses on those parcels converted from OUE-2 to RE-1 zoning.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space
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Electrical
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 20x20
Parking Features: Boat, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Rooms Information
Additional Rooms: Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate
# of Rooms: 9
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Features: Blinds, Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
Flooring: Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
New Construction
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: French Doors, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Feet Total: 0
Water View Y/N: 0
Water Access Y/N: 0
Water Extras Y/N: 0
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 1
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Completed
Zoning: RE1
Land Information
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Total Acreage: Two + to Five Acres
Lot Information
Lot Features: In County, Near Public Transit, Oversized Lot
Lot Size Acres: 2.14
Lot Size Square Meters: 8663
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 515.98
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,702
Tax Year: 2018
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Sprinkler Well
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
Location Information
Directions: Take Desoto Road from 301 head east to the property on the right side. 2217 Desoto Road
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,520
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0022140001
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 123
Status Contractual Search Date: 2019-05-28
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 170.18
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: South
Home Information
Living Area: 4557
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 423.36
Building Area Total: 5554
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: Two
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
6/10
Booker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Booker High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 106° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.15M – $1.39M
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