$735,000
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP · MLS# A4709401 · Listed October 15, 2026
- 3Beds
- 4Baths
- 3,094Sq ft
- 1972Built
- Private pool
- Garden view
- 2-car garage
- New this week
About this home
A rare opportunity to own more than 2 acres in Desoto Acres! Surrounded by mature trees, lush tropical vegetation, and established landscaping, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers privacy, space, and tremendous potential for the buyer ready to bring new life to a property with plenty of possibilities. The grounds feature a private swimming pool with a spacious surrounding deck, while the expansive yard provides room to enjoy the outdoors and envision your own Florida retreat. It is only 5 miles to downtown Sarasota and 3 miles to SRQ airport.
Inside, the home offers generous living and dining areas, a fireplace, and sliding glass doors that connect the living space to the pool area. The existing layout and features provide a starting point for a comprehensive renovation tailored to your vision. The home does require substantial updating and improvements, making this an opportunity best suited for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to transform a property to their own specifications.
The real highlight is the land. With over 2 acres, mature shade trees, and a naturally private setting, this property offers a sense of space that is increasingly difficult to find. Explore the possibilities of renovating the existing residence, enhancing the pool and outdoor living areas, and creating a distinctive estate property in Desoto Acres.
Offered as part of an estate and sold in its current condition. Buyers should conduct all inspections and due diligence regarding the home's condition, property boundaries, zoning, and any proposed improvements. Bring your vision and discover the potential of this unique acreage property.
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Details
Single Family
Type
1972
Year built
2.23 acres
Lot
2 cars
Garage
$3/mo
HOA
$3,484/yr
Property tax
X
Flood zone
$238
Price per sq ft
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 4 (1 half)
- Living area
- 3,094 sq ft
- Stories
- 1
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Laminate Counters
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Flooring
- Concrete
- Laminate
- Linoleum
Laundry
- In Garage
Pool & water
- Pool
- Private
Pool
- In Ground
- Gunite
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 2.23 acres
- Lot dimensions
- 331 x 298
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Roof
- Shingle
- Construction
- Block, Stucco
- View
- Garden, Trees/Woods
Features
- Fire Pit
Patio & porch
- Front Porch
- Rear Porch
Lot
- Greenbelt
- Near Golf Course
- Private
- Zoned for Horses
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Community & HOA
- Community
- Desoto Acres
- Subdivision
- Desoto Acres
- County
- Sarasota
- HOA
- $3/mo ($35 annually)
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Range
- Refrigerator
Costs & building
- Property tax
- $3,484 (2025)
- Flood zone
- X
- Price per sq ft
- $238
- Year built
- 1972
- Heating
- Central, Ductless
- Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Days listed
- 4
Security
- Security Gate
Utilities & land
- Zoning
- RE1
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Road
- Dirt, Gravel
Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Water Connected
Location
2953 47TH ST
Monthly payment
$4,010 / month
- Principal & interest
- $3,717
- Property taxes
- $290
- HOA
- $3
- Home insurance
- enter below
Estimate only, not a loan offer. Rate is a starting value; taxes and HOA are as reported by the listing agent. Florida insurance (including flood) varies widely. Ask George for a lender referral.
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