12200 SW ACADEMY DRIVE, Arcadia, FL 34269

• 5 beds |
• 7 baths |
• 9,000 sqft

Property Description

~50 Acre Private Airport & Equestrian Estate – SW Florida | AIRPORT CODE: 20FL Property Description / Public Remarks Nearly 50 acres on a private airport property (20FL) in SW Florida—just minutes from I-75. This estate is an aviation and equestrian lover’s dream, combining a private airstrip, horse/livestock potential, and luxury redevelopment possibilities. Key Features: Runway & Aviation Infrastructure • 3,800' grass strip runway • 50' x 100' concrete pad ready for hangar • Airport membership is voluntary; details available Main Residence – 10,000 sq. ft. (Unfinished) • Brick + poured-concrete construction with durable metal roof • Partially finished — ideal to complete as a private residence, retreat, or venue Natural & Landscape Features • Multiple lakes and a private island • Undisturbed, scenic terrain for privacy and event settings Outbuildings & Utility Structures • Large pole barn suitable for storage, equipment, or agricultural uses • Fully fenced perimeter Zoning, Use & Development Potential • Zoned Agricultural — supports equestrian, farming, livestock, or tax-benefit use • Future Land Use: RSF-1 — opens opportunity for residential subdivision • Flexible possibilities — private aviation estate, boutique event venue, equestrian retreat, private homesites Location & Lifestyle • Minutes from interstate access • In a region framed by upscale golf communities and luxury amenities • Ideal for buyers seeking both aviation convenience and equestrian/ farm lifestyle

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

August 24, 2025

Data Last Updated:

May 25, 2026 at 11:24PM

Listing Office:

EXP REALTY LLC : 888-883-8509

Listing Agent:

Dominic Fornal : 941-914-2911

MLS ID:

C7514014

Interior

• General: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
• Appliances: None
• Laundry: None
• Flooring: Ceramic TileConcrete
• A/C: Ductless
• Heating: Ductless
• Fireplace: MasonryWood BurningFireplace

Exterior

• General: BalconyLightingPrivate Mailbox
• Style: Custom
• Other Structures: PatioCoveredOther
• Parking: AirplaneHangarDrivewayElectric Vehicle Charging Station(s)RV Access/Parking

Construction

• Roofing: Metal
• Windows: Skylight(s)
• General: BlockBrickConcreteTwoSlab

Location

• Road/Access: Gravel
• Originating MLS: mfrmls
• County: DeSoto

Lot

• Zoning: A-10N1/2 LESS PARCELS 00210022002500260027002800290060 201202203204 & 205 SUBJ TO ESMT & LESS & EXCEPT: BEG AT NW COR OF SEC 31 TH S 0D6M51S E 565.04 FT TO POB TH N 89D53M09S E 265.72 FT TH N 63D26M51S E 690 FT TH N 77D 05M40S E 96.73 FT TH S 89D15M 32S E 380 FT TH S 70D44M04S E 454.54 FT TH S 54D35M19S E 177.23 FT TH S 72D20M37S E 765.77 FT TO E'LY 1/4 SEC LI OF THE NW1/4 OF SAID SEC 31 TH S 0D08M26S E 23.56 FT TO N'LY R/W OF SW EGRET CIR SAID POINT BEING ON A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE SE WHO SE CENTER POINT HAS A BEARING OF S 12D59M35S W HAVING A RADIUS OF 360 FT AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 78D22M45S AND AN ARC DISTANCE OF 492.47 FT TH ALG SAID CURVE AND R/W AN ARC DISTANCE OF 492.47 FT TH S 24D35M52S W 395.48 FT TO A POINT ON A CURVE OF A31-39-23-0000-0020-0000
• Fencing: Barbed WireFenced

Utilities

• Utilities: BB/HS Internet AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer AvailableWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: mfrmls
• Ownership: Fee Simple