Tropical sunsets abound in this one of a kind 2+ acre gated country estate home located within the boundaries of Sarasota - SW Florida's most famous beach playground and cultural community. Minutes to Gulf beaches, variety of golf venues, shopping & all of the conveniences! Drive through the home's private electronic gated entrance with architectural lighting & witness its marvelous appeal boasting a contemporary Florida style! Beautiful mature trees, custom landscaping, water pond and private gardens complete the more than a two acre lot for this estate home! A property that can serve host to the most elegant social events with its contemporary updated features, formal living space and sweeping panoramic views over the pool/spa/lanai screen enclosure! Dual private gated entries open up to custom brick paver driveway and massive portachere with accent lighting & natural wood beam ceiling. Impeccable taste is evident through custom textured paint & finishes, ceramic & mexican mahogany wood floors, walk-inclosets, gourmet kitchen with solid wood cabinetry, custom countertops, designer fixtures, den/office/library, central security system, huge caged screen pool/patio, irrigation system. Three additional hidden treasures - oversized 4.5 car garage with huge extended parking pad for boat/rv storage; covered RV parking portico; enormous 2 stall/tack room pole barn large enough for horses and to accommodate the toys for your active Florida lifestyle! Home is offered as AS-IS with Right To Inspect. Buy now!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
2.12 acresLot Size
$358Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Grant• FLORIDA DREAM TEAM REALTY SERVICES LLC
Source:Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A3966922
Redfin Estimate
$804,152
$594K since sold in June 2004$5,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 35% higher than the average sale price ($596K) of 6 comparable homes.
Tropical sunsets abound in this one of a kind 2+ acre gated country estate home located within the boundaries of Sarasota - SW Florida's most famous beach playground and cultural community. Minutes to Gulf beaches, variety of golf venues, shopping & all of the conveniences! Drive through the home's private electronic gated entrance with architectural lighting & witness its marvelous appeal boasting a contemporary Florida style! Beautiful mature trees, custom landscaping, water pond and private gardens complete the more than a two acre lot for this estate home! A property that can serve host to the most elegant social events with its contemporary updated features, formal living space and sweeping panoramic views over the pool/spa/lanai screen enclosure! Dual private gated entries open up to custom brick paver driveway and massive portachere with accent lighting & natural wood beam ceiling. Impeccable taste is evident through custom textured paint & finishes, ceramic & mexican mahogany wood floors, walk-inclosets, gourmet kitchen with solid wood cabinetry, custom countertops, designer fixtures, den/office/library, central security system, huge caged screen pool/patio, irrigation system. Three additional hidden treasures - oversized 4.5 car garage with huge extended parking pad for boat/rv storage; covered RV parking portico; enormous 2 stall/tack room pole barn large enough for horses and to accommodate the toys for your active Florida lifestyle! Home is offered as AS-IS with Right To Inspect. Buy now!
Public Records
Jun 11, 2004
Sold
$210,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 14, 2004
Sold
$210,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 1990
Sold
$110,400
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 19, 1988
Sold
$109,000
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,564 (+3.7%)
2024
$6,330 (+3.8%)
2023
$6,098 (+2.4%)
2022
$5,957 (+3.5%)
2021
$5,753 (+15.3%)
$188,600 + $269,400
$458,000
2020
$4,990 (+4.8%)
$123,900 + $228,700
$352,600
2019
$4,761 (+8.0%)
2018
$4,409 (+5.1%)
2017
$4,195 (−7.0%)
$118,800 + $177,800
$296,600
2016
$4,512 (+15.8%)
$111,000 + $196,500
$307,500
2015
$3,895 (+1.9%)
$96,200 + $134,500
$230,700
2014
$3,822 (+3.1%)
2013
$3,709 (+11.5%)
2012
$3,328
Tax history for 2743 Desoto Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,564 (+3.7%)
2024
$6,330 (+3.8%)
2023
$6,098 (+2.4%)
2022
$5,957 (+3.5%)
2021
$5,753 (+15.3%)
$188,600 + $269,400
$458,000
2020
$4,990 (+4.8%)
$123,900 + $228,700
$352,600
2019
$4,761 (+8.0%)
2018
$4,409 (+5.1%)
2017
$4,195 (−7.0%)
$118,800 + $177,800
$296,600
2016
$4,512 (+15.8%)
$111,000 + $196,500
$307,500
2015
$3,895 (+1.9%)
$96,200 + $134,500
$230,700
2014
$3,822 (+3.1%)
2013
$3,709 (+11.5%)
2012
$3,328
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Slab
Construction Type: Masonry
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Stucco
Roof Covering Type: Concrete Tile
Roof Framing Type: Masonry
Roof Shape Type: Concrete Tile
Building Type: Single Family
Pool Information
Has Pool
Property Information
Subdivision Name: DESOTO ACRES
Living Sq. Ft: 2,249
Gross Sq. Ft: 3,878
Adjusted Gross Sq. Ft: 3,878
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,249
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: LOT 25, BLK C, LESS R/W FOR DESOTO RD &TUTTLE AVE DESC. IN OR 1803/2661 DESOTO ACRES, CONTAINING 2.1 C-AC M/L
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 1,740
Garage / Carport Type: Detached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 92,312
Legal Lot Number: 25
Legal Block Number: C
Acres: 2.1192
Zoning Code: RE1
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
State Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY
Utility Information
Electricity / Wiring Type: Good Wiring
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: COUNTY OF SARASOTA
Tax Area: COUNTY OF SARASOTA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,249
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0022160004
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
Booker Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Booker High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7 days above 107° expected this year, 29 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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Historical weather
Sarasota, FL • 34234
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 6.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$764,000 – $925,000
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