Under contract-accepting backup offers. Invest in one of central Sarasota’s most versatile acreage opportunities with this gated 2.23-acre RE1-zoned estate in the historic Desoto Acres community, offering rare land-use flexibility with no active HOA and no enforced deed restrictions. Positioned for future growth, the property is fully secured with perimeter fencing and an electronic security gate at the 53rd Street entrance, with dual asphalt driveways already installed to support expanded use. A cleared and prepped secondary build site provides immediate potential for a detached guest house, ADU, or professional-grade workshop. Approximately $106,000 in recent capital improvements—including a 2023 roof, 2019 HVAC, new water heater, heavy-duty double septic system with lift station, and a deep-drilled 251-ft well recently rejetted with a brand-new submersible pump—significantly reduce future infrastructure costs and strengthen development readiness. While the existing residence is dated, it is fully functional and refreshed with a brand-new mini-split system in the owner’s suite, providing immediate climate-controlled comfort for a primary resident or a phased renovation project. A four-car garage configuration includes an oversized attached two-car garage and a detached air-conditioned workshop, plus 50-amp RV hookups to accommodate specialty storage needs. Located just minutes from UTC and downtown Sarasota, this property represents a strategic land-bank or custom compound opportunity with substantial upside potential. This is a rare find for the buyer who values independence, infrastructure, and a blank canvas for their Florida lifestyle. Schedule your private tour and evaluate the possibilities today.
MLS #:
A4685035
Taxes
$7,598(2025)
Lot Size
2.23 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1956
Views
Pool
County
Sarasota County
Listed By
Salvatore "Tory" Uccello, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Atchley Properties, Contact: 941-556-9100
Source STELLAR Last checked May 17 2026 at 11:22 AM EDT
Bathroom Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
Great Room
Formal Dining Room Separate
Inside Utility
Split Bedroom
Crown Molding
Pest Guard System
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Appliances: Refrigerator
Appliances: Washer
Ceiling Fans(s)
Appliances: Microwave
Appliances: Range
Appliances: Dryer
Appliances: Water Softener
High Ceilings
Negotiable
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Subdivision
Desoto Acres
Lot Information
In County
Corner Lot
Unincorporated
Cleared
Property Features
Fireplace: Gas
Fireplace: Other
Foundation: Slab
Heating and Cooling
Central
Heat Pump
Electric
Central Air
Mini-Split Unit(s)
Pool Information
In Ground
Pool Sweep
Gunite
Flooring
Tile
Exterior Features
Block
Roof: Shingle
Utility Information
Utilities: Fiber Optics, Water Available, Electricity Connected, Water Source: Private, Water Source: Well, Propane
*Based on Fixed Interest Rate withe a 30 year term, principal and interest only
Listing price
Down payment
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Interest rate
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