Escape to your own tranquil oasis along the Peace River! Tucked away in a serene, golf-cart-friendly golf course community—perfect for relaxing evening sunset rides—this impeccably maintained home offers a rare blend of absolute privacy and incredible deep-water access. With 84 feet of waterfront and a 10,000-pound covered boat lift, where else can you enjoy beautiful views and direct riverfront boating right from your completely secluded backyard?
This home is engineered for both ultimate peace of mind and exceptional energy efficiency. It features a massive 21 kWh solar array (41 panels), newly installed 2025 hurricane impact windows, and a 50-amp external circuit ready for a generator. Having experienced no flooding during recent major hurricanes, the property also benefits from an inexpensive, fully transferable flood insurance policy.
Step inside to discover a peaceful, open living space highlighted by warm hardwood floors and a gorgeously renovated kitchen equipped with solid wood cabinets and granite countertops. Behind the scenes, everyday comfort is elevated by an on-demand propane water heater, a comprehensive water softener and sulfur filtration system, and recently serviced dual A/C units.
Outside, the freshly painted exterior (2025) welcomes you into a truly undisturbed retreat. Surrounded by spectacular, lush landscaping that serves as a natural privacy screen, the outdoor living space features a heated, screen-enclosed saltwater pool. Two soothing waterfall features amplify the feeling of your own hidden sanctuary. Whether you are savoring a quiet morning listening to the waterfalls, hitting the links, taking a neighborhood golf cart cruise, or launching the boat for a day on the water, this property delivers the ultimate tranquil Southwest Florida lifestyle. This type of home is hard to come by—book your private showing today!
This home is engineered for both ultimate peace of mind and exceptional energy efficiency. It features a massive 21 kWh solar array (41 panels), newly installed 2025 hurricane impact windows, and a 50-amp external circuit ready for a generator. Having experienced no flooding during recent major hurricanes, the property also benefits from an inexpensive, fully transferable flood insurance policy.
Step inside to discover a peaceful, open living space highlighted by warm hardwood floors and a gorgeously renovated kitchen equipped with solid wood cabinets and granite countertops. Behind the scenes, everyday comfort is elevated by an on-demand propane water heater, a comprehensive water softener and sulfur filtration system, and recently serviced dual A/C units.
Outside, the freshly painted exterior (2025) welcomes you into a truly undisturbed retreat. Surrounded by spectacular, lush landscaping that serves as a natural privacy screen, the outdoor living space features a heated, screen-enclosed saltwater pool. Two soothing waterfall features amplify the feeling of your own hidden sanctuary. Whether you are savoring a quiet morning listening to the waterfalls, hitting the links, taking a neighborhood golf cart cruise, or launching the boat for a day on the water, this property delivers the ultimate tranquil Southwest Florida lifestyle. This type of home is hard to come by—book your private showing today!
Property Details
Price:
$1,088,000
MLS #:
C7529752
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
RIVER OAKS SUB
Neighborhood:
34269arcadia
Listed Date:
Aug 20, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,517
Total Sq Ft:
3,013
Lot Size:
38,333 sqft / 0.88 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1970
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Schools
Elementary School:
Nocatee Elementary School
Middle School:
DeSoto Middle School
High School:
DeSoto County High School
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Slate, Hardwood
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features
Inside
Levels
Two
Exterior
Association Amenities
Golf Course
Attached Garage YN
1
Community Features
Dock, Public Boat Ramp, Water Access, Waterfront, Deed Restrictions, Golf
Construction Materials
Cement Siding, Wood Frame
Covered Spaces
2
Direction Faces
Northeast
Exterior Features
Lighting, Storage
Fencing
Barbed Wire, Fenced
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
In County, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot
Open Parking YN
1
Other Structures
Shed(s), Storage
Parking Features
Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Parking Pad, Workshop in Garage
Patio And Porch Features
Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Roof
Metal
View
Garden, Trees/Woods, Water
Waterfront Features
Waterfront, Brackish Water, River Front
Financial
HOA Fee
$100
HOA Fee Frequency
Annually
HOA Name
River Oaks HOA
HOA Phone
Ken Mabie – 941-
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$8,858
Map
Community
- Address8597 SW RIVERSIDE DRIVE ARCADIA FL
- SubdivisionRIVER OAKS SUB
- CityARCADIA
- CountyDeSoto
- Zip Code34269
Subdivisions in ARCADIA
- 0100
- A S WATSONS SW ADD
- A W GILCHRISTS SUB
- ARCADIA
- ARCADIA GROVES
- ARCADIA HYLANDS
- ARCADIA LAND & IMPROV COS
- ARCADIA ORIGINAL SURV
- ARCADIA PARK SEC B
- ARCADIA RESUB BLOC
- AUSTIN ACRES
- BONANZA PARK
- CINDEE MANOR
- CITY/ARCADIA
- DAUGHTREYS ADD
- DAVIS & WRIGHT ADD
- DESOTO ACRES
- DESOTO PEACE RIVER HEIGHTS
- DESOTO RANCHETTES
- DESOTO RANCHETTES SUB PCLS 41
- DIXIE HWY SUB
- EL DORADO PARK
- ELLER & HURST ADD 02
- ELLER & HURST FIRST ADD
- ELLERS HALF ACRES
- EMMA C JOHNSON WEST END ADD
- EVANGELINE TERRACE
- FAIRMONT ESTATES/ FAIRMONT OF DESOTO HOM
- FLORACADIA
- FLORACADIA SUB
- FLORIDA TOWNSHIP SUB
- FOREST PINE ESTATES
- GENES LITTLE ACRES
- GIBSON & SMITHS ADD
- GILCHRIST RESUB
- GILCHRISTS & BALDWINS SUB
- GILCHRISTS EAST END ADD/ARCAD
- GOLDEN MELODY
- H L & Z S HOLLINGSWORTH ADD
- HABITAT
- HARLEM HEIGHTS
- HIDDEN ACRES
- HINCKLEYS SUB
- HL/ZS HOLLINGSWORTH ADD
- HO DENT CORP
- HUNTER
- JEFERED HEIGHTS SUB
- KIEFER
- KING & BAKER SUB
- LAKE SIDE ESTATES
- LETTUCE LAKE LEISURE LIVING ESTATES
- LINKS
- MARY A JONES&AUGUSTUS C JONES
- MEADOWS
- MEADOWS/ARCADIA
- MILLS ADD
- MINOR SEC 02
- NORTH ARCADIAN HEIGHTS
- NORTH SHORE/KINGSWAY
- OAK KNOLL DEV
- OAK RDG PARK
- OGDEN ACRES 1ST ADD
- OMOHUNDRO
- ORANGE BLOSSOM ESTATES
- ORANGE PARK ESTATES
- ORGINAL SURV/ARCADIA
- OWENS GROVE SUB
- PEACE RIVER
- PEACE RIVER ACRES 01 ADDITIO
- PEACE RIVER ACRES 1ST ADD
- PEACE RIVER ACRES ADD 01
- PEACE RIVER ESTATES
- PEACE RIVER HEIGHTS
- PEACE RIVER PRESERVE
- PEACEFUL ACRES
- PEACEFUL PINE ACRES
- PEACEFUL PINES ACRES
- PINE CRK ACRES
- PINE RIDGE ESTATES
- R E NOWLINS ADD
- RAILROAD SURV/NOCATEE
- RAINBOW ESTATES
- RIDGEWOOD
- RIVER ACRES
- RIVER OAKS
- ROYAL PARK ESTATES
- SANDALWOOD ESTATES
- SANDALWOOD ESTATES FIRST ADD
- SEC 13 39 02
- SECOND SPRING LAKE ADD
- SPRING LAKE ADD
- STARK ESTATES
- SUNNY BREEZE MOBILE HOME PARK
- SUNNYBREEZE HARBOR GOLF COURSE
- SUNNYBREEZE HARBOUR SEC 01
- SUNNYBREEZE MOBILE HOME PARK
- SUNNYBREEZE OAKS
- SUNNYBREEZE PALMS GOLF COURSE
- TALL PINES ESTATES
- THORNTON CREEK MOTORCOACH RESORT
- THORNTON CRK MOTORCOACH RESIDENCE
- TIER 08/SUNNILAND
- TOWN OF ARCADIA O S
- TOWN/BELLEVIEW
- VILLA RICA PARK
- VOSS OAKS
- WALSTON AVE
- WELLESWOOD ESTATES
- WHIDDEN ARCADIA EAST SUB
- WINDY PINE MANOR
- WRIGHT & GILCHRIST ADD
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in ARCADIA as of Aug 23, 2026
125
Single Family Listed
124
Avg DOM
313
Avg $ / SqFt
$474,687
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the RIVER OAKS SUB subdivision, 8597 SW RIVERSIDE DRIVE ARCADIA FL is a Single Family for sale in ARCADIA, FL, 34269. It is listed for $1,088,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,517 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1970. The current price per square foot is $432. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in ARCADIA is $313. The average listing price for Single Family in ARCADIA is $474,687. To schedule a showing of MLS#c7529752 at 8597 SW RIVERSIDE DRIVE in ARCADIA, FL, contact your CENTURY 21 Carioti agent at 2392986550.
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