Arcadia is a city in DeSoto County, Florida, United States. The population was 6,604 as of the 2000 census. According to the U.S Census estimates of 2005, the city grew to 7,151. It is the county seat of De Soto County. The city was devastated by Hurricane Charley in 2004. Arcadia apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Arcadia apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.