524 E Magnolia Street, Arcadia, FL 34266
Sources: Stellar MLS (listings + 12-mo closed sales), FEMA, modeled insurance. Interpretation: Momentum Research. Data notes
As of October 6, 2026, 524 E Magnolia Street in A W Gilchrist Resub, Arcadia is listed at $499,000 (3,304 sq ft, about $151 per sq ft). It came to market within the past week. Listing facts: built in 1911, no HOA. The parcel maps to FEMA flood zone X, outside the special flood hazard area. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- No CDD assessment on record
- Built 1911 · 115 yrs
- 3,304 sq ft of living area
- New to market
- No HOA reported by the listing (confirm)
About this home
Some homes are built. Others become part of a town's story. Welcome to Magnolia Estate, a one-of-a-kind 1911 Craftsman home nestled in the heart of Historic Downtown Arcadia.
Originally built for Dr. D. G.
Barnett, Arcadia's very first dentist, this timeless property beautifully blends historic charm with the thoughtful updates today's buyers are looking for. Situated on an oversized corner lot spanning more than half an acre, this two-story home offers over 3,300 square feet of living space and nearly 4,000 square feet under roof. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice the soaring 11-foot ceilings, original yellow pine hardwood floors, historic windows, and the kind of craftsmanship that's nearly impossible to recreate today.
The kitchen has been completely renovated while still honoring the character of the home. It features quartz countertops, 42-inch cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink with accessories, a spacious island with drawer storage, and a large pantry with adjustable shelving. Just beyond the kitchen, you'll find inviting spaces throughout the home, including a formal dining room, oversized living room, cozy library, remodeled sunroom, breakfast porch, mudroom, and multiple areas perfect for gathering with family and friends.
The first-floor primary suite offers convenience and privacy with a beautifully renovated bathroom, an oversized walk-in closet complete with a custom closet system, plus two additional closets. Upstairs, you'll find additional spacious bedrooms, renovated bathrooms, a charming sitting room, and three walk-in attic spaces that offer incredible potential for future expansion, additional living space, or simply abundant storage. Character is woven into every corner of this home.
Four original fireplaces serve as beautiful architectural focal points, one of the bathrooms features a classic clawfoot tub, and even the attic still holds an additional vintage tub waiting for its next chapter. While the history is remarkable, the updates provide peace of mind. Recent improvements include a new metal-strapped roof (just three years old), two new whole-house HVAC systems, updated upstairs ductwork, new plumbing, new water heater, new Brio kitchen water filtration system, new washer and dryer, updated lighting throughout, fresh interior paint, new exterior doors and weatherstripping, new window treatments, new lanai screens, extensive landscaping, termite treatment plan, and an EV charging hookup.
Outside, you'll enjoy the oversized screened lanai, which even offers the potential to be converted into a garage. The backyard includes a gazebo, storage shed with new doors and shelving, and even historic school bricks that have been preserved for future use. Homes like Magnolia Estate rarely become available.
Rich in history, thoughtfully updated, and located just blocks from everything Historic Downtown Arcadia has to offer, this is more than a home. It's an opportunity to own one of Arcadia's treasured pieces of history while writing the next chapter of its story. All furnishings are negotiable with the sale.
Description provided by EXP REALTY LLC and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.
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Estimated monthly payment
- Principal & interest $2,731/mo 73%
- Taxes $717/mo 19%
- Insurance $271/mo 7%
$3,719/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 7.28% · edit any field to update.
Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.
Property taxes
✓ Certified tax roll · county-average rateProperty taxes in Florida are reassessed after a sale, so a buyer’s first full-year bill can be higher than the seller’s. Budget from this estimate, not the current bill, before you make an offer.
Most of this comes from Florida’s Save Our Homes assessment cap resetting when the home sells — the current owner’s protected assessment does not transfer to a new buyer.
Certified 2025 tax roll values for this parcel (Florida DOR). The roll gives values, not the bill; the current owner’s bill above is estimated from the taxable value.
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Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), Stellar MLS; millage: Florida TaxWatch 2025 How Florida Counties Compare (county-average millage); school portion estimated at ~42% of total, capped at 6.50 mills. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill; the county property appraiser and tax collector set the actual amount.
Flood zone & elevation
Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.
From the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. In this zone lender-required flood insurance is generally not mandated; confirm for the parcel.
Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.
Premiums and coverage vary by home (roof age, wind mitigation, claims history); obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for DeSoto County, FL: overall Relatively Moderate. Ratings compare this county with every county in the United States for expected annual loss from each hazard.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index (county level, hazard risk ratings only). Ratings describe the county, not this parcel; the flood zone shown above is parcel-specific. Verify insurance requirements with your lender and agent.
Internet & broadband
Address-level fiber service is not confirmed for this home. Check the FCC National Broadband Map (broadbandmap.fcc.gov) or the provider for this address.
Cable broadband is common in Florida and Georgia towns but not confirmed for this address; verify with the provider.
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This home’s history
- 1911BuiltPer public record
- Aug 4, 2026First seen on movewithmomentum.comObserved at $499,000
- NowActiveCurrently for sale
Build year is from public record. The MLS list date is approximate (today minus the cumulative days on market the MLS reports, which can span relistings). Other milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Price & listing history
Building permits
Comparable recent sales
No closed sales of a similar home within about 10 miles in DeSoto County in the last 18 months are in our MLS data set, so this page shows no comparable-sales median or automated estimate for A W GILCHRIST RESUB. A licensed Momentum Realty agent can prepare a property-specific comparative market analysis on request.
The Messtimate
Insufficient local evidence for an automated estimate. The Messtimate is a deliberately simple range — living area × recent closed-sale $/sq ft from comparable homes nearby — and it only renders when at least 3 defensible sales exist within about 10 miles in DeSoto County in the last 18 months. None qualify for this home, so no dollar range is shown. It is not an appraisal or a valuation.
Methodology: the range would be 3,304 sq ft × the interquartile $/sq ft of comparable closed sales (same property type, living area within 30%, closed within 18 months, nearest verified subdivision, 3-mile, then 10-mile same-county stage). Estimate for general information only; never an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated October 6, 2026.
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Buyer research checklist
Items worth confirming for 524 E Magnolia Street, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.
- Built in 1911 (115 years): ask for the roof and HVAC replacement dates — insurers commonly ask for roof age on homes this old, and it changes the premium.
- The listing reports no HOA: confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to this parcel.
- FEMA flood zone X: flood insurance is not usually required, but get a quote anyway — FEMA reports roughly one in four flood claims come from outside high-risk zones.
- Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in DeSoto County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
- Listed living area is 3,304 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
- Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
- Review permit history with the county.
- Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $8,600/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $5,575 more per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (+184%). Exemptions and portability change the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser.
- Confirm school zoning directly with the district.
Data sources & freshness
| Listing record | Stellar MLS, checked against the MLS hourly (last: October 6, 2026) |
| Comparable sales | Fewer than 3 defensible closed sales within about 10 miles in DeSoto County — no medians or automated estimate shown |
| Flood zone & elevation | FEMA flood maps + USGS elevation (Zone X shown above) |
| Taxes & monthly cost | Certified county tax roll (parcel-matched) × county millage; an estimate, not a bill |
| Insurance figure | Modeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district |
Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.
Frequently asked questions
How big is 524 E Magnolia Street and when was it built?
Per the listing record, 524 E Magnolia Street was built in 1911 and has 3,304 sq ft of living area, 4 bedrooms and 3.0 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.
What community is 524 E Magnolia Street in?
524 E Magnolia Street is in A W Gilchrist Resub in Arcadia, DeSoto County. Too few comparable closed sales exist nearby for this page to show local sales statistics; a licensed agent can prepare a comparative market analysis.
Does 524 E Magnolia Street have an HOA?
The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to the parcel.
Why might property taxes on 524 E Magnolia Street differ from the current owner's?
The estimate on this page (about $8,600 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $5,575 more per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (+184%). Florida reassesses a home after it sells; for a homesteaded seller the Save Our Homes cap on their assessment does not transfer, and a buyer's own exemptions and portability are applied separately, so the two bills usually differ. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Is 524 E Magnolia Street in a flood zone?
The FEMA flood map places this parcel in Zone X, outside the special flood hazard area, so flood insurance is not usually required by a lender. It is still available and worth quoting; confirm the parcel's status with FEMA and your insurer.
Can I rely on the figures on this page?
No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.
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