1100 University Pkwy

DeSoto Place is a single-story, land-owned cooperative mobile home community in Sarasota established in the mid-20th century and focused on 55+ residency. The neighborhood contains primarily two-bedroom manufactured and double-wide homes sited on individually owned lots with covered carports and enclosed lanais; many residences show incremental upgrades such as newer roofs, double-pane windows, modern HVAC units, laminate or vinyl flooring, and renovated kitchens. Interiors commonly feature open or semi-open floorplans, built-in storage, ceiling fans, skylights, solid-surface counters, and split-bedroom arrangements with primary suites on the main level. Exterior attributes include modest private yards, irrigation and lighting systems, storage sheds or workshops, and sidewalks throughout the park. Common-area amenities center on low-maintenance, social living: a screened, heated community pool, a clubhouse with an activity calendar and kitchen, laundry facilities, shuffleboard, and nearby covered bus stop access. Monthly cooperative fees cover water, sewer, trash, basic cable and lawn care, plus community security cameras and general ground maintenance. Pet access is limited and requires board approval for accommodations; rental activity is tightly controlled by park rules. The site’s location near Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, cultural venues, shopping, and beaches positions the community as a convenient, active-retirement option with easy regional access.