A smaller county in Florida, De Soto County is found about 120 miles south of Orlando just north of Fort Myers, FL. The main city found here is Arcadia and the county offers a unique mixture of farmland, water, and tranquility.
Explore the DeSoto County Communities below...
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Healthcare and farming dominate the industries found in DeSoto County Florida. Walmart offers a distribution center within the county making it the largest employer in the area. DeSoto Memorial Hospital isn't far behind, however.
Bethel Farms is the largest of the farming employers with Sorrels Brothers Packing Company also making the list. The top industries in DeSoto County include:
De Soto County has been a farming community for many years and still remains as a farming community in many ways.
A very natural place to live, DeSoto County isn't like much of the rest of Florida. It's an unspoiled and unhurried type of place with plenty of fun to be had all throughout.
The Arcadia Municipal Golf Course offers plenty of golfing fun for those looking to hit the links. Golfers can also enjoy the Kingsway Country Club, which offers an Old Florida clubhouse and plenty of beautiful views throughout the course.
If you prefer camping, the Arcadia Peace River Campground is a great choice. In addition, Joshua Citrus offers one of the top attractions for families to enjoy. Families will also enjoy an outing to Lions, Tigers, and Bears, which is a wildlife sanctuary and home to many exotic and endangered animals.
Arcadia Main Street offers some of the best shopping and dining in the area, as well. Several events throughout the year are hosted within this area and there are plenty of activities to enjoy all throughout Arcadia every single weekend.
Other attractions and things to do throughout DeSoto County include:
The county may not be very large, but it offers plenty of things do to all throughout. In addition, Fort Myers and Sarasota are just a short drive away and offer even more great attractions to enjoy.Events & Festivals in DeSoto CountyThe DeSoto County Fair may be the biggest and best annual event found here. It dates back to 1953 and offers plenty of fun with all types of things to do, great food, and more. The fair is known for the bull ride shows, the live music, and the midway filled with food. Other annual events and festivals held in DeSoto County include:
Many other events are held around the holidays throughout the year in DeSoto County, Florida.
With Fort Myers, Sarasota, and other coastal Florida cities not far from DeSoto County, residents can enjoy plenty of great day trip options. Of course, the county offers plenty of things to do throughout, as well.
Come experience Old Florida at its finest! RARE 144+/- Acre SW DeSoto Ranch Minutes to town! Beautifully remodeled home that sits atop a hill overlooking a stunning deep-...
Welcome to your dream home! This gorgeous 4 bedroom/3 bath home sits on just over 17 acres and is nestled away in one of the most desirable neighborhoods of DeSoto County...
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Exquisite home on just over 5 acres located only 7miles from I75 on Kings Hwy! This 3 bedroom (w/ bonus room that could be used as a 4th bedroom) 2 1/2 bath w/ 3 car atta...
Looking for a new home? Well...you have just found it! This custom country home on 13+ acres has been custom built and lovingly maintained by the original owner. Set way ...
LET THE PASSIVE RENTAL INCOME PAY YOUR MORTGAGE WITH THIS INCOME PRODUCING PROPERTY! - 4 potential income producing rentals with 3 additional outbuildings including a hor...
Welcome to your dream waterfront home! This exquisite custom-built property offers direct access to Peace River and Charlotte Harbor, with easy access to the Gulf of Mexi...
From the road entering the gate with the curving drive leading up to this beautiful home, perfectly hidden behind and surrounded by 100-year-old oak trees with hanging mo...
Serenity and peacefulness best describe this Estate home. This strong home was built using ICF (insulated concrete forms) construction which provides tremendous energy sa...
MAGNIFICENT 5 BEDROOM 4 BATH CUSTOM BUILT HOME ON 5.4 ACRES THAT BACKS UP TO PARADISE GOLF COURSE. As you enter the foyer, you will be amazed by the openness of the great...
BUYERS BACKED OUT FOR PERSONAL FINANCIAL REASONS. REAFY TO TAKE OFFERS!!! Welcome to Blossom Groves Farm, your 10 acre dream farm! A beautiful property with mature Span...
Price Reduction Beautiful 5 Acre property with a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car garage ranch style home. Wake up to a morning view of wild life from the spacious lanai. Pr...
Looking for the perfect country retreat? Look no further than this stunning estate on 8.19 acres of land zoned agricultural! Built in 2018, this home is both modern and c...
This stunning view of Lake Pembroke is visible from almost every room in the spacious layout of this home. The kitchen and breakfast nook have an oversized aquarium glas...
Truly a Southern dream just like the street name! This 2015 home is located on 5.49 acres lined with mature oak trees, landscaping, fenced, gated, horse stalls, tack room...
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Are you looking for a new home, on a beautiful picturesque property? Look no further. This spectacular recently built home will take your breath away. From the beautif...
MULTI-FAMILY/INCOME POTENTIAL! 4 bedroom-2.5 bath, 2-story MAIN HOUSE, 2 bedroom-1 bath, attached GUESTHOUSE, 2 bedroom-1 bath detached CBS HOME.... AND a 40x60 metal wor...
Live the Southwest Florida life of luxury at this incredible CASITA property in Thornton Creek Motorcoach Resort. Don't be deceived by the square footage, as this proper...
Big NICE country home sitting back of the road (approximately 150 yards...) situated on 5.9 acres with beautiful Granddaddy Oaks. The heart of this large home with an ...
You will Fall in Love with this Fully Fenced, Well Maintained, Beautiful Old Florida Style Property that is on Almost 4 Acres. Conveniently Located, and with easy access ...
If "Million dollar" water views are what you seek, then this serene and secluded 5-acre ultra-private retreat on Peace River is the one to see. The location on a high blu...
Whether you're looking for either your own fully fenced-in 30 acres of paradise surrounded by organically grown orange groves and blueberry fields offering complete and u...
Fabulous NEW BUILT HOME on 2.5 acres with stunning green belt views. Home is over 2800 sq ft. Split floor plan has a beautiful master suite on one side and the guest ro...
Welcome to the beautiful paradise of Thornton Creek Motorcoach Resort! This Class A only community is home to large deeded lots with custom, site built, casitas. ?With 1...
Welcome to the beautiful paradise of Thornton Creek Motorcoach Resort! This Class A only community is home to large deeded lots with custom, site built, casitas. This cas...
CUSTOM BUILT POOL HOME! Located in the highly desirable Sunnybreeze Oaks golf community that's centrally located to Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, Arcadia and just a short ...
Enjoy incredible sunsets EVERY DAY overlooking Lake Suzy from this beautiful dual master suite home on nearly 1/2 acre lot with oak trees and a gorgeous screened/covered ...
Gorgeous custom casita on Thornton Creek's largest lake with beautiful sunrise views awaits new owners! This upscale property has an oversized driveway for your Class-A M...
This is the home you've been looking for! Large oaks dot the property, and the country views are amazing! The large brick home has a ton of curb appeal, and could be eas...
Welcome to the beautiful paradise of Thornton Creek Motorcoach Resort! This beautiful Class A only community is home to large deeded lots with custom, site built, casitas...
6.35 ACRES WITH A 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH CBS HOME. LOCATED ON US 17 JUST BEFORE JOSHUA CREEK. PASTURE IS FENCED, TREES THROUGHOUT THE PROPERTY, WOODED ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE P...
Gorgeous 3/2/2 concrete block home situated on a 1/2 acre corner lot in one of the most desirable neighborhoods of DeSoto County. Property has beautiful oaks and landscap...
Located in the Pembroke Lake Subdivision of Lake Suzy, this Graceful Three (3) Bedroom, Two (2) Bath, Three (3) Car Garage Well Appointed Pool Home offers Spacious Living...
Come and enjoy all that the country has to offer! Bring the horses, livestock, pets and toys. This 3/2 block home on just under 5 acres is fenced and cross fenced compete...
Remarkable WATERFRONT HOME in active Five Star Rated Class A Motor Coach Community. Completed in 2019, this 1375 sq. foot (1000 under roof and 375 under Lanai) 1 bedroom,...
The Home of your dreams is a reality! Immaculate and luxurious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with volumized rooms, high ceilings and a beautiful half-acre lot on a Cul-de-sac st...
Beautiful brick ranch style home on 1.14 acres in the City of Arcadia. This 4 bedroom/2 bath home backs up to a large wooded acreage with an extra detached garage in bac...
Welcome home to this hidden gem! Located on a private, gated road, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is waiting for its new owners! Here you have just over 11 acres of wood...
NEW PRICE!! This beautiful 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath home on 1.5 acres and must be seen to really appreciate the flow of it's unique floor plan!. Recent updates include outdoor ...
There’s not much time left to get this piece of paradise as a blank slate. Owners are in the process of getting plans finalized to start to transform this slice of heave...
Seller Financing Available. The owner of this property has remodeled and designed some of the most beautiful properties in historic Arcadia, and this one is also amazing...
Hurricane damaged property on over 6 acres with main home, pole barn and 2 guest cottages. Sellers loss your gain! Bring the horses, chickens, pigs and outdoor toys to th...
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Southwest Florida Home with over 1 acre of land. Enjoy tranquil living in a rural setting, but yet very convenient to the Gulf Coast beaches, lakes and rivers. Tired of h...
Welcome to the beautiful paradise of Thornton Creek Motorcoach Resort! This Class A only community is home to large deeded lots with custom, site built, casitas (coach ho...
SELLER FINANCING. New roof. New HVAC 2020, New well 2020. The major work has been done. Ideal for the person to finish the interior detail. The house has 2 separated ...
LAKEFRONT VILLA with community POOL! Meticulously maintained LAKEFRONT 2 bedroom, 2 bath FREE STANDING VILLA, OVERLOOKS the incredible 40+ acre LAKE SUZY! Across the way ...
This is your chance to own a piece of classic Florida! This property is in DeSoto County, halfway between Ft. Myers and Sarasota. You can boat to Charlotte Harbor and t...
Custom built three bedroom, two bathroom, two car garage home in the incredible Sunnybreeze neighborhood! This breathtaking home was built to show off it's timeless desig...
This 3/2/2, 2,100 plus sq. foot home priced at $165 a sq. Ft. is thousands less than the greater majority of homes presently listed in this area, yet only 1 mile from Cha...
Check out this adorable two-story farmhouse located on a quiet street surrounded by groves and minimal neighbors waiting for its new owners! The property is on a blissful...
PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! Motivated seller! WOW, you'll feel like you're walking into a beautiful new build when you walk into this modernized Desoto County home. This home ha...
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Welcome to this stunning concrete block home built in 2020, where modern luxury meets comfortable living. As you enter this home, you will be greeted with an open layout ...
Numerous opportunities to live, work or play on this 1.4 acre parcel with a long, shell driveway to an updated home topped off by a large detached garage. Brand new roof,...
Welcome to this stunning, classically beautiful four bedroom brick home located in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Forest Pine Estates. As you approach the home, ...
Reserve an appointment right away to view this charming older home that has lots of character. From the moment you step in you will be impress with neutral colors and hom...
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Under Construction. Amazing opportunity to finish what will be an incredible home! Take the seller’s hard work and build the home to your preferred design choices! The pr...
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INVESTOR ALERT!!! Great investment opportunity if your looking for a great flip or something for your rental portfolio. Home has been stripped down and is contractor read...
For those who want to put some decorating and updating efffort in this is a cute getaway in a great location- keep your boat on your lot and down the street to the ramp- ...
INVESTOR ALERT! NO FLOOD ZONE! OVER A QUARTER ACRE! This 2/1 Arcadia Property with a carport is under $100k and is the PERFECT OPPORTUNITY for a landlord. This home would...
Take a tour of this great three-bedroom, one-bathroom home! Being sold As-Is. Ready for a fix and flip or someone who wants to complete the home with their own finishes....
Welcome to Arcadia where this home is actually located in the Nocatee area and has incredible potential, despite having seen better days. Unfortunately, Hurricane Ian had...
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