3012 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34234
- $999,000
- 5
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 3,470
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $999,000
- List Price
- $999,000
- Status
- Sold
- Days on Market
- 102
- Closing Date
- Aug 31, 2026
- MLS#
- A4678237
- Property Style
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1957
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living Area
- 3,470
- Lot Size
- 104,124
- Acres
- 2.39
- Total Acreage
- 2 to less than 5
- Legal Subdivision Name
- Desoto Acres
- Community Name
- Desoto Acres
- MLS Area Major
- Sarasota
Property Description
Discover the extraordinary charm of 3012 Desoto Road, an exceptional property nestled in the heart of Desoto Acres. Spanning an impressive 2.4 acres—nearly a hectare of prime land—this unique estate features a serene pond and five on-site buildings. * * * Step inside the main house, a historic gem built in 1957, offering 3,470 square feet of character and warmth. Adorned with terrazzo floors, smooth ceilings, two inviting stone fireplaces, and warm wood paneling, this home exudes the timeless charm characteristic of properties of its era. With five spacious bedrooms and a den equipped with a Murphy bed—often utilized as a sixth bedroom—there’s ample space for family and guests. The large pool, enclosed in an elevated cage installed in 2012, invites you to relax and enjoy the view of the expansive surrounding property and spectacular canopy trees. The large on-property pond offers peaceful spaces for quiet reflection and the enjoyment of its natural beauty. * * * The delightful 1,000-square-foot guest house, built in 1994 and fully renovated just three years ago, features one bedroom and a full bath, making it perfect for visitors or as a private retreat. * * * Among the 3 additional on-site buildings, you’ll find a self-contained, air-conditioned atomic bomb shelter with a ½ bath that dates back to the 1950s (remember the Cold War or the Bay of Pigs?) - - - it is still fully functional today; a handy storage shed; and, even though the home is connected to public water, the water utility building houses a water pump, ensuring you have reliable access to water in any emergency. * * * This property has a rich history, having served as an auxiliary rectory for Catholic priests for decades. The expansive property provides a serene sense of seclusion - - - and with 14 strategically placed security cameras, an unparalleled sense of safety. * * * All the windows are hurricane-strength, the pool was just resurfaced in 2023, and the inclusion of an electric car charger in the two-car garage adds to the property’s modern conveniences. Offered with most furnishings included, this home is not just a place to live but a unique lifestyle opportunity. Its distinctive character has even attracted the attention of television, with an episode of "Cops" filmed inside, making it a part of pop culture lore. Don't miss your chance to own this remarkable estate!
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Additional Information
- Taxes
- $1143
- Minimum Lease
- 1 Month
- Location
- Corner Lot, In County
- Community Features
- No Deed Restriction
- Property Description
- One Story
- Zoning
- RE1
- Interior Layout
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
- Floor
- Slate, Terrazzo
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
- Exterior Construction
- Block, Stucco
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Private Mailbox
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private
- Pool Type
- In Ground, Pool Sweep, Screen Enclosure
- Garage Carport
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Garage Features
- Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Guest
- Garage Dimensions
- 21x22
- Elementary School
- Emma E. Booker Elementary
- Middle School
- Booker Middle
- High School
- Booker High
- Water Name
- Pond Located On The Property
- Water View
- Pond
- Water Access
- Pond
- Water Frontage
- Pond
- Pets
- Allowed
- Flood Zone Code
- X
- Parcel ID
- 0021030008
- Legal Description
- LOT 5 LESS R/W DESC IN RPB 2 PG 10 ALSO LESS CHANCERY ORDER BOOK 3 PAGE 206 & W 25 FT OF LOT 6 BLK H DESOTO ACRES ORI 2001041302
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