Desoto Acres
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Desoto Acres Real Estate in Sarasota, FL
Desoto Acres is a very rare find in Sarasota. It’s one of the oldest neighborhoods outside the Sarasota city limits, and with that comes large lot sizes in a central Sarasota neighborhood. The community boasts “Country Estates In The Heart Of Town”, and they are indeed. Desoto Acres homes for sale are located in one of the only communities west of I-75 between University parkway and Clark Road, offering home sites with a minimum lot size of two acres. Homes vary greatly in age, ranging from the 1940’s to newly constructed homes that replaced previous older style ranch homes.
Desoto Acres Homes Overview
Community Info:
| # of Homes: | 370 |
| Year Built: | 1940’s – Present |
| Gated: | No |
| Pool: | No |
| Fences: | Yes |
| Yard Care: | No |
| HOA Fee: | Yes – Optional |
| CDD Fee: | No |
| Min. Lease: | 1 Month |
| # of Leases: | 12 /Year |
Amenities:
- Horse Trails
HOA Fee Includes:
- Possible Deed Restrictions
Category: Horse Property Homes for Sale
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
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Insight For Desoto Acres Neighborhood
Pros:
- Optional HOA fee & no deed restrictions
- One of the few horse communities west of I-75
- 2 Acre minimum lots
Considerations:
- No community amenity center
Lifestyle:
- Private country lifestyle, yet close to Sarasota
- Plenty of riding trails
Shopping:
- Grocery store is 1.1 miles
- UTC mall is 4.5 miles
- BJ’s Wholesale Club is 4.4 miles
Beach:
- Siesta Key Beach is 11.4 miles
- 23 minute drive
Downtown:
- 4.5 miles
- 11 minute drive
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Additional Desoto Acres Neighborhood Information
The Desoto Acres neighborhood is perfect for horse owners that prefer the conveniences that come from living West of I-75. Homes are just minutes from University Parkway shopping centers, the new University Square Shopping Mall, and of course all the Sarasota downtown culture, arts, and dining. The beaches are only about 20 minutes drive. It’s very hard to find properties with large enough lot sizes to be suitable for equestrian needs which are this close to the conveniences of Sarasota downtown living.
Desoto Acres Real Estate
Frequently Asked Questions
Desoto Acres is about 370 homes, built between 1940’s – Present.
No, Desoto Acres does not have a community pool.
No, Desoto Acres is not a gated community.
The homeowners are responsible for their own yard care.
No, Desoto Acres does not have a CDD. (CDD stands for “Community Development District”. It is an additional tax assessment included on a property’s annual real estate tax bill, which pays for the initial and ongoing infrastructure cost for community development.)
Yes, some homes in Desoto Acres have fencing, however there may be HOA restrictions regarding which lot locations may have a fence, or the size or type of fence allowed. It is important to check HOA rules for specific fencing requirements prior to making a purchase decision.
Desoto Acres is located about 8 miles from Lido Key Beach.
Desoto Acres is located about 5 miles from downtown Sarasota.
Desoto Acres is located about 2 miles from the Sarasota International Airport.
*Accuracy of info provided is not guaranteed. All info must be verified before making a purchase decision.
