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$440,000 | 3 beds | 2 full baths | 1 half baths | 2,491 sqft
Arcadia, FL 34266
- 3Beds
- 3.00Total Baths
- 2 Full, 1 HalfBaths
- 2,491SqFt
- 1912Year Built
- 0.54Acres
- MLS# A4689811
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market1 month, 30 days
- Area34266 - Arcadia
- CountyDesoto
- Subdivision Daughtreys Addition
Overview
PLEASE ENJOY THE 3D WALKTHROUGH/ VIRTUAL TOUR. Step into a rare blend of history, charm, and modern comfort with this beautifully preserved 1912 historic home. Thoughtfully upgraded and tastefully refinished, this one-of-a-kind property honors its original architecture while offering the conveniences of todays living.Inside the main home, youll find 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, along with elegant formal living and dining rooms that showcase timeless character. A cozy Florida roomcurrently used as a TV loungeoverlooks the stunning saltwater lagoon-style pool, creating the perfect place to relax and unwind. The wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and authenticity to the Victorian-style living room, while the propane-fueled stove, soap stone farmhouse sink and 2022+ appliances bring modern functionality to the kitchen.Designed with entertaining in mind, the property offers inviting spaces at every turnfrom the expansive front porch to the screened-in patio that seamlessly connects to a detached 2-bedroom, 1-bath mother-in-law suite. Complete with its own full kitchen, living area, and ample storage, this guest home is ideal for extended family, visitors, or even rental potential.The backyard is a retreat all its own, featuring a large workshop with a split personality: one side serves as a screened bunk house hangout, while the other is a true craftsmans workspace. The lagoon-style pool is equipped with new pumps and offers both heating and cooling capabilities for year-round enjoyment.Additional highlights include a 2023 roof, fully owned solar panels keeping electric bills under $100/month for both homes, and a unique office space with its own private entrance and half bathperfect for remote work or a home-based business.And for a touch of intrigue a hidden secret door in the Florida room reveals access to an unfinished upstairs bonus area and walk-around attic, ready to be transformed into additional living space with a bit of imagination.Every inch of this property tells a story, with thoughtful details and unexpected features throughout. This is more than just a homeits an experience you truly have to see to believe.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 3.00
Fullbaths: 2
Building Info
Roof: Shingle
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Style: HistoricAntique
Pool Features: InGround, Other, SaltWater
Patio: FrontPorch, Screened, SidePorch
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: FrenchPatioDoors, Lighting, Storage
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $440,000
Garage / Parking
Parking Features: Driveway
Car Ports: 1
Green / Env Info
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Interior Features
Fireplace Desc: LivingRoom, WoodBurning
Fireplace: Yes
Floors: Concrete, Other, Wood
Levels: One
Laundry Features: Inside, LaundryRoom
Interior Features: CeilingFans, CrownMolding, MainLevelPrimary, Attic
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WaterPurifier, Washer
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From Arcadia, take Highway 70 West, turn right onto N Monroe Avenue, property will be on left.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.54
Lot Sqft: 23,391
Est Lotsize: 154x150
Vegetation: FruitTrees, PartiallyWooded
Lot Desc: CityLot, HistoricDistrict, Landscaped
Misc
Other
Other Structures: GuestHouse, Sheds, Storage, Workshop
Special Conditions: None
Other Rooms Info
Basement: CrawlSpace
Property Info
Section: 36
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition: NewConstruction
Construction Materials: WoodSiding, WoodFrame
Stories: 1
Foundation: Crawlspace
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 3
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2,491
Bulding Area Sqft: 4,255
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Lot: 11
Tax Legal Description: North 93 1/3 feet of Lot 11 and 60 feet North and adjacent to Lot 11, Block 5, Daughtrey's Addition to Arcadia, Florida.
Tax Block: 5
Tax Annual Amount: 4951.78
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: CentralAir, Ductless, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: ElectricityAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, Propane, MunicipalUtilities, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
View: Yes
View: Pool
Directions
From Arcadia, take Highway 70 West, turn right onto N Monroe Avenue, property will be on left.This listing courtesy of Town & Country Properties Of Fl
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223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, Florida has 3 Beds, 2 Full Bath, and 1 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, Florida is A4689811.
The price for 223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, Florida is $440,000.
The status of 223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, Florida is Daughtreys Addition.
The home located at 223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, Florida was built in 2026.