Homes for sale in
Arcadia, Florida
Old Florida ranch country an hour from the coast
120
Homes for sale
$365,000
Median list price
$310
Avg price / sqft
42
Median days on market
Arcadia is the seat of DeSoto County, a genuine ranching and citrus town in the interior of the state where the pace runs slower and the lots run bigger. The historic downtown antique district, the Peace River, and a strong rodeo tradition give it a character that's more Old Florida than anything you'll find on the coast. It's the kind of place where single-family homes sit on real acreage and manufactured homes are a normal, affordable part of the mix.
For a buyer, the numbers are refreshingly grounded: the median list price is $362,000 and the median sold price over the past year was $255,000, with plenty of entry points if you browse by price. With 126 active listings and homes selling in about 47 days, there's room to negotiate — sellers are averaging 94% of asking. Whether you want acreage, a pool home, or something on the water, the range here runs from $70,000 all the way up past $4 million.
Arcadia is in DeSoto County, Florida.
Quick facts
$70,000 – $4.8M price range
1,405 sqft median home
$1,250/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Arcadia
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$565,000
8318 SW SAND CRANE CIRCLE LOT 86, ARCADIA
1 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft
$150,000
1059 NE SUGAR BABE ROAD, ARCADIA
2 bd · 2 ba · 960 sqft
$299,000
34 SEVILLA AVENUE, ARCADIA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,406 sqft
$585,000
8602 SW SAND CRANE CIRCLE LOT 51, ARCADIA
1 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft
$879,000
5491 NW OAK HILL AVENUE, ARCADIA
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,090 sqft
$246,000
12398 SW CRENSHAW AVENUE, ARCADIA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,512 sqft
$189,900
3193 NE DAVIS STREET, ARCADIA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,216 sqft
$479,000
1446 NW MAGNOLIA TERRACE, ARCADIA
5 bd · 2 ba · 1,881 sqft
$437,900
8306 SW SAND CRANE LOT 87 CIRCLE, ARCADIA
1 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft
$370,000
5135 SW SMITH AVENUE, ARCADIA
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,381 sqft
$190,000
204 N MONROE AVENUE, ARCADIA
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,724 sqft
$525,000
8551 SW SAND CRANE CIRCLE LOT 55, ARCADIA
1 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Arcadia market
Balanced
6.1 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
231
Sold, last 12 months
$255,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
35 days
Median time to sell
Arcadia vs DeSoto County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 14.3% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 13.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Arcadia, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Arcadia
Real Old Florida character
Arcadia keeps its ranching and citrus roots, with a historic antique district downtown and a long rodeo tradition.
Affordable entry points
With a median sold price of $255,000 and listings starting near $70,000, this is one of the more accessible markets in the region.
Room to negotiate
Sellers average 94% of asking and homes take about 47 days to sell, giving buyers real leverage.
Land and pool options
Beyond standard lots, you'll find 15 pool homes, 12 waterfront properties, and even a farm listed among the active inventory.
Varied housing mix
Choose from 105 single-family homes, 19 manufactured homes, plus modular and farm properties across the county.
Population
7,571
Median age
32.7
Median income
$38,388
Median home value
$158,900
What people here are into
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Emotional
Happy Place
Expressing feelings of safety, comfort and happiness - especially with loved ones.
Beliefs
Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Emotional
Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Arcadia home
≈ $2,645/mo
$365,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
7%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$1,250/mo
Median rent
6 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Arcadia real estate FAQs
Is Arcadia a good place to live?+
Arcadia suits buyers who want a slower, more rural pace with genuine Old Florida character — ranch country, a historic downtown, and the Peace River nearby. Assigned schools include DeSoto County High School and DeSoto Middle School. It's an easy fit if you value space and affordability over coastal density.
Is Arcadia expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable markets in the area, with a median list price of $362,000 and a median sold price of $255,000 over the past year. There are plenty of options under $200,000 if you browse by price, while acreage and estate properties push the top of the range past $4 million.
What do homes cost in Arcadia?+
Active listings range from $70,000 to $4,800,000, with a median list price of $362,000 and an average of $303 per square foot. The median home is about 1,402 square feet, and 235 homes have sold in the past year at a median of $255,000.
How is the Arcadia market right now?+
There are 126 active listings and homes are taking a median of 47 days to sell, so buyers have time to shop and negotiate. Sellers are averaging 94% of asking price, and you can keep an eye on just reduced listings for the best value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Most of Arcadia is land and single-family homes without heavy association costs, though where an HOA applies the median runs about $225 per month. Median property tax is around $3,017 per year, and typical rent sits near $1,300 per month if you're weighing renting against buying.
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