1905 Alta Vista Street, FL

$3,975,000

1905 Alta Vista Street

Sarasota, FL 34236

Active
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,813
Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
1927
Built
Fireplace$1,042/sqft
Single Family Residence

Property type

1927

Year built

11,000 sqft

Lot size

$1,042

Price / sq ft

$5/mo

HOA dues

15

Days on market

2

Garage spaces

X

Flood zone

About this home

A historically designated home with the luxuries of modern renovation yet distinctive quality of its Mediterranean Revival style is located West of Trail in the Avondale community. Named for the first owners, William and Bessie Pearsall, the home was completed in 1925 and attributed to Thomas Reed Martin, the architect credited with Burns Court and other notable homes and buildings in the region. An expansion of the original home between 2005 and 2007 designed by architect W. Thorning Little added more than 2,000 square feet, combining meticulous preservation of moldings, floors and more with thorough modernization. Now encompassing more than 3,800 interior square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3 and a half bathrooms, as well as thoughtfully composed exterior spaces including a loggia and courtyard patio, the home presents openness and intimacy with abundant natural light that showcases both its modern comforts and unique original features. French doors throughout invite a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, connecting each living space to the lush established landscape and private yard with brick paths and a vibrant surround of bougainvillea and podocarpus that creates idyllic privacy. Conveniently positioned on the first floor, an enormous primary suite spans from a bedroom with space for seating and two walk-in closets to a spa-like en-suite with a soaker tub, walk-in shower, dual vanities with granite counters and a separate water closet. Upstairs, an alternative owners’ suite employs a massive en-suite with water closet, soaker tub, room-sized walk-in shower, dual vanities, and private access to the second-story terrace. Two additional bedrooms offer accommodation for family living or hospitality, with separate flex space adding utility as a personal gym, office, or media den. At the heart of the home, a total kitchen renovation in 2024 has added considerable value with exceptional design and topline appliances including a gorgeous La Cornue oven and range, custom Venetian plaster hood, paneled Subzero refrigerator, integrated Wolf microwave oven, Bosch dishwasher, deep Franke sink, bespoke Campbell Cabinetry cabinets, quartzite surfaces and a central island that overlooks double doors opening directly to the private patio. Complementing original details like hardwood flooring, a wood burning fireplace, leaded glass transom window and more, numerous recent enhancements include a newly painted interior, new designer light fixtures and window coverings, powder room renovation, restoration of the marble tile patio surface, landscape lighting, irrigation, and whole house water filtration. Exceptional functional upgrades include hurricane-rated windows and front door, tankless gas water heater, a new membrane roof (November 2024), solar panels optimally oriented and connected to PV Solar Electric system, and a Kohler whole-home gas generator. Located in the picturesque Avondale neighborhood that is prized for its proximity to Downtown and Selby Gardens and for its collegial feel, the Pearsall House presents a rare combination of comfort and character in a serene retreat with easy access to innumerable amenities.

Estimated monthly payment

Principal & interest$20,100
Property taxes$2,633
Home insurance (est.)$1,822
HOA dues$5

Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.

Price & listing history15 days on market

  1. Status: Active
    Mar 2, 2026
  2. Listed$4,150,000
    Mar 2, 2026
  3. Price reduced$3,975,000

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Facts & features

Property type
Residential
Sub type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Days on market
15
Subdivision
Avondale Rep
County
Sarasota
Year built
1927
Living area
3,813 sq ft
Price/sq ft
$1,042
Building area
5,628 sq ft (Public Records)
Lot size
11,000 sq ft
Lot category
1/4 to less than 1/2
Flood zone
X (12115C0133G)
Garage
2 spaces
Annual taxes
$31,600 (2025)
Parcel #
2036090031
Zoning
RSF2
MLS #
A4683764

Interior Details

Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
3
Half bathrooms
1
Flooring
Travertine, Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Interior features
Crown Molding, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Stories / Levels
Two
Direction faces
North
Fireplace
Yes

Heating & Cooling

Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Attached garage
Yes
Parking features
Driveway, Garage Faces Side

HOA & Financial

HOA fee
$65 / Annually
Monthly HOA
$5/mo
Total monthly fees
$5/mo
Total annual fees
$65
CDD
No
Homestead exemption
Yes
Min lease term
1 Month
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Ownership
Fee Simple
Available for lease
Yes
Lease restrictions
No

Exterior & Construction

Exterior features
Balcony, French Doors, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
Construction materials
Cement Siding, Stucco
Roof
Membrane, Other
Foundation
Crawlspace, Pillar/Post/Pier
Road surface
Paved

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Community

Pets allowed
Yes

Schools

ElementarySouthside ElementaryGreatSchools ↗
MiddleBrookside MiddleGreatSchools ↗
High SchoolSarasota HighGreatSchools ↗

Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.

Room Details

RoomLevelDimensions
Living RoomFirst21x18
Dining RoomFirst15.5x12.5
KitchenFirst17.5x14.5
Family RoomFirst21x15
Primary BedroomFirst21.5x14
Primary BathroomFirst13x10
Bedroom 1Second15.5x12.5
Bathroom 2Second17x10
Bedroom 2Second12x10
Bonus RoomSecond17x7
LaundryFirst10x7
Florida RoomFirst29x7

Listing Details

Listing date
2026-02-20
On market date
2026-03-02
Original list price
$4,150,000
Occupant type
Owner
MLS area
34236 - Sarasota
Listing AOR
Sarasota - Manatee
Status changed
2026-03-02
Tax legal description
LOT 2 & W 10 FT OF LOT 3, BLK G, AVONDALE SUB, LESS WLY 10 FT OF SAID LOT 3 BOUNDED ON S BY ELY EXTENSION OF S LINE OF LOT 1 OF SAID BLK G, BEING SAME LANDS AS DESC IN ORI 2023092668

Flood risk

Minimal riskFEMA Zone XPanel 12115C0133G

Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.

Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Location

Directions

From Mound Street, turn South on Osprey Avenue, turn left onto Alta Vista Street. Home is on the NE corner of Alta Vista Street and Yale Avenue.

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