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Overview

4 bd3 ba3,304 sqftSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1911
Lot22,913 sqft
Living area3,304 sqft
Price / sqft$151

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Cathedral Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fans(s)Crown MoldingEat-in KitchenStone CountersWalk-in Closet(s)Window TreatmentsLighting

524 E Magnolia St is a 1911-built home in A W Gilchrist Resub, Arcadia. Inside you'll find 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,304 square feet of living space. Listed at $499,000 (about $151/sqft), 72 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

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.

The essentials

Built
1911
Price / sqft
$151
On market
72 days
Annual tax
$3,449
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
22,913 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1911
0.53 acres
Lot size
3,304 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$3,139/mo
Down payment (20%)
$99,800
Property taxes
$287/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1911
Lot
22,913 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Parking
-
Days on Market
72
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Eat-in Kitchen
Stone Counters
Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Treatments
Lighting
Sidewalk
Dishwasher
Dryer
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$3,449
Parcel #
25-37-24-0012-0520-0040

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
A W Gilchrist Resub
County
Desoto
MLS Area
34266 - Arcadia
Lot Size
22,913 sqft
Corner LotHistoric DistrictCity LimitsPaved

Price history

Date
Event
Price
7/30/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #C7528688
$499,000
$151/sqft

Neighborhood

524 E Magnolia St
Arcadia, FL, 34266 · 34266 - Arcadia

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List price: $499,000
$475,000 – $499,000
95.2% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
42 of the last 83 home closings in 34266 landed at this number or higher (51%). The median one sat 29 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 72.

Sample: 83 closed home sales in 34266 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$3,139/mo
Principal & interest$2,602
Property taxes$287
Insurance$250
Down payment20% · $99,800
Interest rate6.80%
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Price

$499,000

$151 per sq ft

Beds and baths

4 beds, 3 baths

Size

3,304 sq ft

Time on market

72 days

Year built

1911

Monthly payment

About $3,139/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $3,449 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byEXP REALTY LLCListing agent: Brandi LongListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# C7528688.

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