Seller's Agent in 2025
Joseph Brown
EPIQUE REALTY, INC.
(941) 677-5002
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
138 S Hernando Ave Arcadia, FL 34266
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,669
Sq Ft
0.33
Acres
Highlights
- Parking available for a boat
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- The property is located in a historic district
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of October 2025Short Sale. *Short Sale*
Craftsman Character with Endless Potential in Growing Arcadia
This classic 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Craftsman-style home offers the timeless charm of a bygone era—with the opportunity to make it truly your own. From the inviting wraparound porch to the detached garage and spacious lot, every corner of this property reflects the craftsmanship and architectural style that define historic Arcadia.
Inside, the home remains largely untouched, presenting a blank canvas for those with vision. While no recent updates have been made, the solid bones and vintage character create the perfect foundation for thoughtful restoration. One of the bathrooms is ready for a tub installation, giving you the chance to customize the space to fit your needs.
Surrounded by an eclectic mix of architectural styles and centrally located within town, this home sits in the heart of one of Florida’s most authentically charming and increasingly bustling communities. With a bit of creativity and planning, it’s easy to imagine transforming this property into your personal oasis.
This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Arcadia’s history and breathe new life into a home filled with potential. If you're looking for a property that invites imagination and rewards vision, this is it.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
EPIQUE REALTY, INC. Brokerage Phone: 888-893-3537 License #3379572 Listed on: 05/27/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $965
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100x142
- Southeast Facing Home
- Mature Landscaping
- Cleared Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is zoned R-1C
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Ground Level Parking
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking available for a boat
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,669 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Bonus Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Wrap Around Porch
- Outdoor Storage
- Private Mailbox
Location
- The property is located in a historic district
Schools
- Memorial Elementary School
- Desoto Middle School
- Desoto County High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Town/Arcadia Original Surv Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 25 / 50
- Assessor Parcel Number 25-37-24-0012-0500-0250
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 27, 2025
Closed on
Oct 20, 2025
Sold by
Harrison William J and Harrison Phyllis Inez
Bought by
Merlo Enrique and Merlo Enedina
Seller's Agent
Joseph Brown
EPIQUE REALTY, INC.
Buyer's Agent
Marcos Merlo
GRAYSTONE REAL ESTATE
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$158,075
Premium/Discount to List
-$41,925
-20.96%
Views
94
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.01%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 5, 2017
Closed on
Apr 6, 2018
Sold by
Reo Rehab And Management Llc
Bought by
Harrison William J and Harrison Phyllis I
Seller's Agent
Kathey Gamiotea
COLDWELL BANKER SUNSTAR REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Kathey Gamiotea
COLDWELL BANKER SUNSTAR REALTY
List Price
$103,000
Sold Price
$103,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%
Original Mortgage
$164,800
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 5, 2017
Closed on
Apr 5, 2018
Sold by
Reo Rehab And Management Llc
Bought by
Harrison William J and Harrison Phyllis Inez
Seller's Agent
Kathey Gamiotea
COLDWELL BANKER SUNSTAR REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Kathey Gamiotea
COLDWELL BANKER SUNSTAR REALTY
List Price
$103,000
Sold Price
$103,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,800
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2017
Sold by
County Of Desoto
Bought by
Reo Rehab & Management Llc
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2013
Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Rummer James B and Rummer Mary Jo
Bought by
Odom Natalie G
Seller's Agent
Michelle Williamson
THE WILLIAMSON GROUP REALTY, I
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Williamson
THE WILLIAMSON GROUP REALTY, I
List Price
$69,000
Sold Price
$55,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-20.29%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.79%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 27, 2011
Sold by
Jennings Robbyn J and Bryant Hardy C
Bought by
Rummer James R and Rummer Mary Jo
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 2006
Sold by
Adams Thomas A
Bought by
Bryant Hardy C and Jennings Robbyn J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 2005
Sold by
Winter Victoria L
Bought by
Adams Thomas A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2003
Sold by
Housing & Urban Dev Wa D C
Bought by
Winter Victoria L and Adams Thomas A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$41,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 2003
Sold by
Mers
Bought by
Housing & Urban Dev
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 14, 2001
Sold by
Jones Dana C and Herman Dana C
Bought by
Christensen Elizabeth A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$68,512
Interest Rate
7.19%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $158,050 | Vanguard Title Insurance Agenc | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $103,000 | Desoto Abstract & Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $103,000 | Desoto Abstract & Title Co | |
| Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes | $26,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $55,000 | Arcadia Abstract & Title Com | |
| Warranty Deed | $52,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $195,000 | Arcadia Abstract & Title Co | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $51,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $70,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $164,800 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $164,800 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $195,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $41,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $68,512 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Sold | $158,075 | -7.0% | $95 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/14/2025 06/14/25 | Price Changed | $170,000 | -15.0% | $102 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Sale | $200,000 | +94.2% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/06/2018 04/06/18 | Sold | $103,000 | 0.0% | $62 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/25/2018 02/25/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/05/2017 12/05/17 | For Sale | $103,000 | +87.3% | $62 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/14/2014 02/14/14 | Sold | $55,000 | -8.2% | $33 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/08/2014 02/08/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/27/2014 01/27/14 | Price Changed | $59,900 | -13.2% | $36 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/31/2013 12/31/13 | For Sale | $69,000 | 0.0% | $41 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/18/2013 12/18/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/03/2013 12/03/13 | For Sale | $69,000 | -- | $41 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $965 | $100,000 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $927 | $97,230 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | $893 | $94,137 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $901 | $91,521 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $905 | $90,317 | $8,000 | $82,317 |
| 2019 | $2,219 | $88,646 | $8,000 | $80,646 |
| 2018 | $1,988 | $78,159 | $0 | $78,159 |
| 2017 | $1,564 | $66,148 | $0 | $66,148 |
| 2016 | $1,551 | $58,312 | $0 | $58,312 |
| 2015 | $1,440 | $53,091 | $0 | $53,091 |
| 2014 | $1,466 | $54,407 | $0 | $54,407 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joseph Brown
-
Marcos Merlo
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marcos Merlo
GRAYSTONE REAL ESTATE
(813) 875-3700
14 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Kathey Gamiotea
Seller's Agent in 2018
Kathey Gamiotea
COLDWELL BANKER SUNSTAR REALTY
(863) 990-1000
62 in this area
97 Total Sales
-
Michelle Williamson
Seller's Agent in 2014
Michelle Williamson
THE WILLIAMSON GROUP REALTY, I
(863) 494-9009
98 in this area
124 Total Sales
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: TB8387360
APN: 25-37-24-0012-0500-0250
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