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    5871 SE Highway 31, Arcadia, FL 34266

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    $3,950,000

    COMMERCIAL - Arcadia, FL

    Lot size:
    17.00 Acres
    Added:
    Feb 1, 2024
    Days on Market:
    855
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 5 at 11:06 am

    Property Features for 5871 SE Highway 31

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    34-38-25-0000-0010-000X
    Lot size
    17.00 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2023
    Tax Description
    ALL OF SEC 34-38-25 LESS THAT PART LYG E OF HWY 31 & LESS THAT PART OF THE FOLLOWING LYING IN SEC 27-38-25: BEG SW COR OF SEC 27 TH N 00D10M56S E 914.74 FT TO POB TH 1150.59 FT TH S 89D01M47S E 2345.71 FT TH S 11D33M02S E 361.79 FT TH S 85D03
    Tax Annual Amount
    63973

    Building Details

    Year built
    1968
    Floors in Building
    1

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    Listing Contact
    Walt Bethel
    Walt Bethel

    Listing agent Walt Bethel License #253500066

    Listing office RE/MAX Harbor Realty 2815 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL

    Listing date Feb 1, 2024

    MLS# 224012468

    Copyright © 2026 Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Large 17‑acre property with multiple buildings.
    • Potential for industrial or housing development.
    • Convenient location directly off Hwy 31 in South DeSoto County.
    • Possible seller financing available.
    • Includes numerous rooms, bathrooms, office space, and a cafeteria.
    • Close proximity (20‑30 minutes) to Babcock Ranch, Ft Myers, Punta Gorda, and Interstate 75.

    Overview

    The property consists of multiple buildings arranged as a room-based facility, with dozens of individual rooms and bathrooms, office space, and a cafeteria. It was previously part of a state-owned juvenile justice center, and is being offered for potential industrial or housing redevelopment uses. The sale may also include possible seller financing, subject to terms.

    The campus is located in South DeSoto County, directly off Hwy 31, and sits on approximately 17 acres. The listing notes it is within about 20–30 minutes of Babcock Ranch, Fort Myers, Punta Gorda, and Interstate 75.

    For buyers exploring redevelopment, the existing combination of individual room layout, office areas, and food service space may help support a variety of alternative concepts, including industrial or housing-oriented projects. Due diligence will be required to confirm suitability for any intended use and to verify all redevelopment requirements with the appropriate local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Schools

    Suggested Use

    Pharmacy

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Arcadia
    County
    DeSoto
    State
    Florida
    Longitude
    -81.8035218
    Latitude
    27.1286352

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    School - Multi-building campus offers dozens of rooms, offices, bathrooms, and a cafeteria for flexible redevelopment.
    Where is this school located?
    The property is located at 5871 SE Highway 31 Arcadia, FL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,950,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Large 17‑acre property with multiple buildings.; Potential for industrial or housing development.; Convenient location directly off Hwy 31 in South DeSoto County.
    (863) 990-1748
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    Listing Contact
    Walt Bethel
    Walt Bethel
    Real Estate License ID: 253500066
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    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
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