BEDS3
BATHS2 full 1 partial
SQUARE FEET2,491
MLS#A4689811
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SUBDIVISIONDAUGHTREYS
Property Description
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 today's living.Inside the main home, you'll find 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, along with elegant formal living and dining rooms that showcase timeless character. A cozy Florida room-currently used as a TV lounge-overlooks 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 turn-from 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 craftsman's 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 bath-perfect 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 home-it's an experience you truly have to see to believe.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Cooling: Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Heating: Central
Home Style: Historic
Lot Size: 0.54 Acres
Roof Type: Shingle
Stories: 1.0
Taxes: $4,951
Year Built: 1912
Amenities
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Pest Guard System
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
French Doors
Lighting
Storage
Feature Descriptions
Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus Room, Florida Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
Days on Site: 1
Directions: From Arcadia, take Highway 70 West, turn right onto N Monroe Avenue, property will be on left.
Exterior: Frame, Wood Siding
Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flood Zone Code: X
Flooring: Concrete, Other, Wood
Foundation: Crawlspace
Home Warranty Y/N: No
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Lot: Historic District, City Limits, Paved
Lot Dimensions: 0.54
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Ownership: Fee Simple
Parking: Driveway
Parking Notes: Driveway
Patio/Porch: Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Pool: In Ground, Lighting, Other, Salt Water
Property Attached Y/N: No
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Instructions: 24 Hour Notice, No Lockbox, ShowingTime
Special Sale Provisions: None
Swimming Pool: Yes
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Available, Propane, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Water: Public
Water Access Y/N: No
Zoning: R-3
Room Sizes
Kitchen: 11x14
Primary Bedroom: 14x12
Living Room: 19x14
Local Schools
High School: DeSoto County High School
Middle School: DeSoto Middle School
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: TOWN & COUNTRY PROPERTIES OF FL
Agency Contact: 863-494-1739
Shown By
Agency Title: RealtyMark
Agency Phone: 888-240-0600
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Estimated Payment
$ 1,520.17 per month $979.25 Principal & Interest $412.58 Property Tax $128.33 Homeowner's InsuranceChange Payment Information
223 N Monroe Avenue | MLS# A4689811
This single family home located at 223 N Monroe Avenue, Arcadia, FL 34266 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $440,000. This property was built in 1912 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 2491 sq. ft. N Monroe Avenue is located in the DAUGHTREYS subdivision. Search DAUGHTREYS real estate on www.realtymarkllc.com today.