Neighborhood · Sarasota, Florida
Desoto Acres
Acreage lots and elbow room minutes from downtown
6
Homes for sale
$887,000
Median list price
$299
Avg price / sqft
46
Median days on market
Desoto Acres is one of the rare pockets inside Sarasota where lots stretch wide and the pace slows down, giving you room for a workshop, a garden, or just space between you and the neighbors. It sits close enough to the energy of the Rosemary District and the beaches of Lido Key that you never feel far from the action, while leafy streets like those near Sky Ranch keep the feel distinctly residential.
For buyers today, this is a small and fast-moving market — only 6 homes are active right now, and the median list price sits at $887,000 with a range from $165,000 to over $1,090,000. Homes here don't linger: the median days on market is just 6.5, and over the past year sellers have collected about 95% of asking. If you're weighing options across Sarasota homes for sale or nearby Arlington Park, expect to move quickly when the right lot comes up.
Desoto Acres is a community in Sarasota, Florida.
Quick facts
$165,000 – $2.3M price range
2,611 sqft median home
$246/mo median HOA
$1,300/mo median rent
13 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Desoto Acres
$2,250,000
2660 57TH STREET, SARASOTA
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,275 sqft
$849,000
2140 DESOTO ROAD, SARASOTA
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,920 sqft
$165,000
2753 GOLF COURSE DRIVE UNIT 104, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 972 sqft
$165,500$168,500
2436 GOLF COURSE DRIVE UNIT 707, SARASOTA
2 bd · 2 ba · 972 sqft
$925,000$950,000
2007 61ST STREET, SARASOTA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,170 sqft
$1,090,000$1,149,900
2746 53RD STREET, SARASOTA
5 bd · 3 ba · 3,051 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Desoto Acres market
13
Sold, last 12 months
$680,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
99 days
Median time to sell
Desoto Acres vs Sarasota
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Desoto Acres boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Desoto Acres is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Desoto Acres home
≈ $5,453/mo
$887,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$246/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
770
Median age
50
Median income
$77,102
Median home value
$502,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Desoto Acres
Lifestyles
Top 5% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Relationships
Top 14% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Attitudes
Top 16% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Straight answers
Desoto Acres FAQs
Is Desoto Acres a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you want space and a quieter residential feel while staying close to Sarasota's core. The larger lots are the main draw, and you're minutes from downtown, the Rosemary District, and Gulf beaches. Families should note it's zoned for Emma E. Booker Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High School.
Is Desoto Acres expensive?+
It sits at the upper-mid range for Sarasota, with a median list price of $887,000 and listings running from $165,000 to about $1,090,000. The median home sold over the past year went for $680,000, so there's a real spread depending on lot size and condition.
What do homes cost in Desoto Acres?+
Expect to pay around $279 per square foot, with a median home size near 2,227 square feet. Pricing varies widely — three of the current listings include a pool, and one is above the $1M mark.
How is the market in Desoto Acres right now?+
It's tight and quick-moving, with just 6 active listings and a median of only 6.5 days on market. Thirteen homes sold in the past year, and sellers averaged about 95% of their asking price, so there's limited room to lowball. Compare it against the broader Sarasota homes for sale to see how fast inventory turns here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $490 per month and median annual property tax is roughly $3,894. Since this is a small, varied neighborhood, confirm the specific HOA scope and tax figure for any home you're considering.
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