Last Sold Price
3 beds2,228 sqft$254/sqft
8596 SW Riverside Dr, Arcadia, FL 34269

Description

Please enjoy the 3d interactive walk virtual tour associated with this listing! Welcome home to River Oaks! Constructed in 2005 by respected home builder Fero Homes, this three-bedroom, two-full-bath executive retreat is centrally located and is only a 20 minute drive from Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and Arcadia. Situated in SW DeSoto County on approximately one acre of canopied oak tree land (TWO FULL LOTS) in what could easily be described as a tropical park-like setting, this home’s backyard is...Please enjoy the 3d interactive walk virtual tour associated with this listing! Welcome home to River Oaks! Constructed in 2005 by respected home builder Fero Homes, this three-bedroom, two-full-bath executive retreat is centrally located and is only a 20 minute drive from Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte and Arcadia. Situated in SW DeSoto County on approximately one acre of canopied oak tree land (TWO FULL LOTS) in what could easily be described as a tropical park-like setting, this home’s backyard is an oasis unto itself. With just over 2220 square feet of air-conditioned living space, the spacious great room plan enjoys numerous quality features, including a wonderful a flag-stone entryway, disappearing corner glass sliding walls, tray ceilings in both the great room and primary suite, ceramic tile flooring in all but the carpeted bedrooms, built-in shelving and a gas fireplace in the great room. The enviable kitchen has ample hardwood cabinetry and granite counter space, a breakfast bar, a huge dinette area, newer stainless appliances, an adjacent formal dining space and a custom built-in wet bar with a wine refrigerator and wooden display cabinetry. Accessed from the great room, kitchen area, primary bedroom and guest room, this nearly ~1,200-square-foot private screened enclosure, ~300 feet of which is under roof, has paver-stone decking, a large Koi pond and a second gas fireplace! It's an ideal space to enjoy the serenity of rural, yet convenient Florida living. The home has a sizable primary ensuite bedroom with a custom walk-through closet that connects directly to the laundry room and a day desk. The bath has dual sinks, a large jetted tub and a separate walk-in shower. There is also a three-car attached garage with vast storage capacity. The third stall, which is divided from the rest, is air conditioned and makes a perfect workroom with both front-facing and rear-facing overhead doors. In addition, this residence is equipped with window storm protection, a 50-gallon propane tank, a circular driveway, irrigation, an in-wall pest system, a Bose surround sound/intercom, three skylights, a 240V RV/Car power station outside of the shop wall and a finished dry-walled attic space. The home is located in a low-risk flood zone which does not require flood insurance if you have a mortgage. Clearly, no expense was spared! The community of River Oaks enjoys a county boat launch, fishing pier and pavilion and is directly on the pristine Peace River! You're going to love this home! Walk through now by clicking on the attached 3D virtual tour!
LISTING CLOSED: 11/03/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Curtis Mellon • Brokerage DRE #2036582 • RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
    P: (941) 626-3640 C: (941) 626-3640 Curt@MLSDetectives.com
  2. Listed by Scott Standriff • Brokerage DRE #2036582 • RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
    P: (239) 590-5419 Scott@mlsdetectives.com

Property Details for 8596 Southwest Riverside Drive

Status
MLS #
C7509598
Days on Market
118
Taxes
$3,718 / year
HOA Fees
$100 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2005
Lot Size
1.02 AC / 44,431 SF
Architectural Style
Custom
Subdivision Name
RIVER OAKS
Township
39
Garage Spaces
3
View
Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Negotiable

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$500,000

Avg days on market

76

Sale-to-list ratio

93.0%

Arcadia, FL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP, Curtis Mellon; RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP, Scott Standriff

Sold By RE/MAX PALM REALTY, Chad McKinney

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Building Information for 8596 Southwest Riverside Drive

Stories1Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size1.02 AC / 44,431 SF

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$3,190 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,872

Property Taxes

$310

HOA Dues

$8

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Property Information for 8596 Southwest Riverside Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4767.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name Number: FERO
  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Park
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: From I-75, head North on Highway 17 for 9.9 miles. Turn left onto SW Liverpool Road and travel 2.1 miles. Turn left onto SW Riverside Drive. At the stop sign, turn right and continue for 289 feet. There is a sign on the property.
  • Elementary School: Nocatee Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School: DeSoto Middle School
  • High School: DeSoto County High School
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 8596
  • Street Direction Prefix: SW
  • Street Name: RIVERSIDE
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: ARCADIA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 25X22
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop in Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: River Oaks Homeowners Assoc/Ken Mabie
  • Association Phone: 941-815-6988
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Condo Land Included: No
  • Tax Block: 9
  • Tax Legal Description: RIVER OAKS SUB LOTS 8 & 9 SUBJ TO FPL ESMT INST:201414004305
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: Included
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Cul-De-Sac, FloodZone, In County, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 187 x 211 x 238 x 220
  • Parcel Number: 353923033100000080
  • Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
  • Water Access: River
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: PEACE RIVER
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: RSF-3
  • Zoning Compatible: Yes
  • Living Area: 2228
  • Lot Dimensions: 187 x 211 x 238 x 220
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 2005
  • Association Amenities: Park
  • Building Elevator: No
  • Flood Zone Code: AE,X
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Number Of Lots: 2
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Public Survey Range: 23
  • Public Survey Section: 35
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Builder Name: Fero
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa: No
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Dining Room Separate, Great Room, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Outside
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, In Wall Pest System, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Skylight(s), Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 12.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Shutters
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Property History for 8596 Southwest Riverside Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 3, 2025

Sold

MFRMLS #C7509598

$565,000
Oct 29, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918452811

$565,000

+7.9% / yr

Sep 4, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #C7509598

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/03/2025

Sold

MFRMLS #C7509598

$565,000
10/29/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918452811

$565,000

+7.9% / yr

09/04/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #C7509598

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8596 Southwest Riverside Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$3,718 ($310 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt2,228 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,228 SqFtStories1Lot Size44,431 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningRSF-3CountyDESOTOAPN35-39-23-0331-0000-0080

Schools near 8596 Southwest Riverside Drive

This home is within DeSoto County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Nocatee Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Desoto Middle School
Public6 to 8

Desoto County High School
Public9 to 12

Desoto Virtual Franchise
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP, Curtis Mellon; RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP, Scott Standriff

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