Rare Desoto Acres opportunity: updated, move-in ready concrete block home with a 5V crimp Galvalume metal roof on 2.25 private acres with no HOA or CDD fees, located minutes from Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Lido Key, and Siesta Key. This expansive residence features a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom split plan, impact-rated windows, storm panels, a brand-new 17 SEER2 Daikin HVAC, and a private-entry home office ideal for remote business. The chef's kitchen showcases solid quartz countertops, an under-mount fireclay sink, a complete KitchenAid stainless steel appliance package, double ovens (range oven plus separate wall oven), generous prep surfaces, and seamless entertaining flow. Spacious vehicle and storage capacity includes an attached 2-car garage air-conditioned by a new mini-split and a new heat pump hot water system, an insulated 4-car detached garage/workshop with modern lighting with dedicated mini-split, and two auxiliary equipment sheds - plenty of space for classic cars, boats, RVs, and trailers. Relax on the covered lanai and sundeck overlooking native oaks and pines, completely secured with perimeter privacy fencing along Lockwood Ridge Road wrapping onto 53rd Street. Versatile RE-1 estate zoning offers boundless potential for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU/guest house), custom pool addition, or hobby animals. Schedule your private tour today to experience this rare Sarasota acreage retreat!