8 ELM DRIVE, PLACIDA, FL, 33946
Active57 days on marketListed May 23, 2026MLS #O6410459
About this home
8 ELM DRIVE
Excellent opportunity to own a residential lot in the growing community of Rotonda Meadows & Villas in Placida, Florida! Located at 8 Elm Dr, this property offers the perfect setting to build your dream home or invest in Southwest Florida real estate. Enjoy a peaceful neighborhood with paved roads, public water and sewer availability, and easy access to Boca Grande beaches, golf courses, boating, fishing, marinas, shopping, and dining. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery and newer homes, this lot provides privacy, tranquility, and excellent future appreciation potential. Whether you are planning to build now or hold as a long-term investment, this is a fantastic chance to own your piece of paradise on Florida’s Gulf Coast!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.17 ac
Lot size
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$431 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$431/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Where it sits
Inside Rotonda Meadows & Villas
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Rotonda Meadows & Villas — neighborhood snapshot
Population
468
Median age
60
Median income
$71,012
Median home value
$562,300
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
35%
For the school run
Charlotte County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Placida market
$475K → $464K
Placida median sold, yr/yr
92.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Placida, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8 ELM DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$505,000
48 LARK DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,637 sqft · $308/sqft · 228 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$425,000
27 MEADOWLARK LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,775 sqft · $239/sqft · 35 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$358,900
43 BLUE HEN DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,924 sqft · $187/sqft · 206 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8 ELM DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8 ELM DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
8 ELM DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8 ELM DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $431/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $13/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 8 ELM DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $13 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8 ELM DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $443. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 8 ELM DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Placida?+
At $35,000, this home is listed about 95% below the Placida median of $649,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8 ELM DRIVE?+
L. A. Ainger Middle School (middle), Myakka River Elementary School (elementary), Lemon Bay High School (high) — Charlotte County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of DTB FLORIDA REALTY, INC. · Pedro Henriq Stuart Lima. MLS #O6410459.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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