MarthaThomas

2140 Desoto Road , Sarasota, FL 34234

$849,000
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BEDS5 BATHS4 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET5,920 MLS#A4706622
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONDESOTO ACRES

Property Description

SARASOTA ARCHITECTURAL COMPOUND | 4.54 ACRES IN DESOTO ACRES | ORIGINAL DESIGN BY ROBERT L. SHAW, A.I.A. | WEST OF I-75. A rare custom estate acquisition offering an expansive, single-story Spanish perimeter hacienda footprint in Sarasota's historic acreage enclave. Encompassing Sarasota County Lots 4 & 13, this signature architecture features 15,296 total sq. ft. under roof (5,920 sq. ft. living area), an off-grade solid wood joist floor system on concrete pier footings, an authentic 5V crimp metal roof system, a central 64'x82' open-air Mediterranean courtyard with an in-ground pool, and symmetrical 50'x24' workshop and garage wings. The estate is in an unfinished, raw construction condition ready for custom reimagining. Buyer and design-build team to independently verify all existing structural framing, blueprints, zoning entitlements, code compliance, permitting status, and site clearing. Sarasota County RE-1 zoning enables detached guest casitas (ADUs), horse stables, home offices, and recreational workshops, along with commercial vehicle, boat, and RV parking with no HOA oversight (voluntary $35/yr association). Connected to Sarasota County public water. Central Gulf Coast access by transportation: 5 minutes to SRQ International Airport private hangars, 8 minutes to UTC shopping and dining, 15 minutes to Downtown Sarasota, and under 25 minutes to world-renowned powder sands of Gulf beaches (Lido Beach, Siesta Key Beach). Sold strictly AS-IS / CASH ONLY with verifiable Proof of Funds (POF) required with all offers. SHOWN STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. A signed Hold Harmless & Premises Liability Release is required prior to confirmed entry. Due to open subflooring and construction hazards, all visitors must be 18+ years of age. Original architectural plans on file. Bring your custom builder, review the blueprints, and transform this expansive hacienda into a one-of-a-kind legacy estate today!

2140 Desoto Road | MLS# A4706622

This single family home located at 2140 Desoto Road , Sarasota, FL 34234 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $849,000. This property was built in 1984 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 5920 sq. ft. Desoto Road is located in the DESOTO ACRES subdivision. Search DESOTO ACRES real estate on marthathomas.floridaexecutiverealty.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Cooling: Central Air
Garage: 3
Heating: Central
Home Style: Custom
Lot Size: 4.54 Acres
Roof Type: Metal
Stories: 1.0
Taxes: $11,600
Year Built: 1984

Amenities

Ninguno
Private Entrance
Private Mailbox
Private Yard

Feature Descriptions

Appliances: None
Directions: From the intersection of University Pkwy and N Lockwood Ridge Rd, travel south on Lockwood Ridge Rd, turn right onto Desoto Rd, property is on the left.
Exterior: Wood Siding
Fireplace: Living Room
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flood Zone Code: X
Flooring: Other
Foundation: Slab
Home Warranty Y/N: No
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Lot: Cleared, Level, Private
Lot Dimensions: 4.54
Other Equipment: Private Entrance, Private Yard
Ownership: Fee Simple
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pool: Gunite, In Ground
Property Attached Y/N: No
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Instructions: Appointment Only, Call Before Showing, Call Listing Agent, Gate Code Required, Listing Agent Must Accompany, Other
Special Sale Provisions: None
Swimming Pool: Yes
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Public, Water Available
Water: Public
Water Access Y/N: No
Zoning: RE1

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE ATCHLEY PROPE
Agency Contact: 941-556-9100

Shown By

Agent Name: Martha Thomas
Agent Phone: (732) 261-9998
Agency Title: Florida Executive Realty

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$ 3,103.80 per month $1,889.51 Principal & Interest $966.67 Property Tax $247.63 Homeowner's Insurance

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