
$19,850,000
1309 Vista DriveSarasota, FL 34239
Listing updated: November 2, 2026 at 1:19 PM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Day on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
Behind iron gates, this extraordinary private waterfront estate spans 1.44 acres with 230 feet of west-facing Sarasota Bay frontage in coveted Harbor Acres. Designed by Wm. Thorning Little and custom built by Bruce Saba, it combines the presence and patina of a European estate with the comfort and technology of modern construction. Bespoke elements sourced from Europe include restored antique doors from the U.S. Embassy in Belgium, hand-carved cabinetry and doors, Antique French limestone and oak floors, hand-made clay roof tiles, and 14-foot ceilings with exquisite chandeliers. Living spaces, all three bedroom suites, and three covered terraces embrace sweeping bay views and spectacular sunsets. Courtyards are adorned with reflecting pools and Bill Barrett sculptures. A blue-glass tiled infinity-edge, saltwater pool and spa enhance the enclosed grounds. A Grand Palais La Cornue stove with drawers anchors the culinary kitchen. Two elevators, Hope custom windows and doors with hurricane glass, a whole house generator, and information on features too plentiful to mention are available upon request. There is ample room for a guest house with garages and two locations have been identified. Architects Wm. Thorning Little and Cliff Scholz have both presented conceptual drawings available to the buyer.
Estimated monthly payment
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 history1 days on market
- Status: ActiveNov 1, 2026
- Listed$19,850,000Nov 1, 2026
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- Subdivision
- Harbor Acres Sec 2
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 2010
- Living area
- 8,452 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $2,349
- Building area
- 12,025 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 62,550 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1 to less than 2
- Flood zone
- VE (12115C0133F)
- Garage
- 3 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $216,387 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 2037120004
- Zoning
- RSFE
- MLS #
- A4705805
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 4
- Half bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Brick, Marble, Wood
- Appliances
- Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Interior features
- Accessibility Features, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Central Vaccum, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- Southeast
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Propane, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Humidity Control, Zoned
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- None
- Total annual fees
- None
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Sarasota County has a minimum leas period of 30 days.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Lighting
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Stem Wall
- Pool
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | 25x21 |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 17x17 |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 17x17 |
| Living Room | First | 30x22 |
| Dining Room | First | 21x14 |
| Great Room | First | 23x30 |
| Kitchen | First | 20x19 |
| Office | First | 22x17 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-10-31
- On market date
- 2026-11-01
- Original list price
- $19,850,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 34239 - Sarasota/Pinecraft
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-11-01
- Tax legal description
- PORTION OF LOT 141 DESC AS BEG AT SE COR OF LOT 141, TH N-67-26-39-W 245.74 FT, TH N-21-32-02-E 79.58 FT, TH S-51-46-22-E 214.35 FT, TH SELY ALG CURVE TO LEFT 47.99 FT TO POB, TOGETHER WITH LOT
Flood risk
Coastal high-hazard area (Zone V) with wave action. In a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area — flood insurance is generally required by lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
Orange Avenue south from downtown, West on Hillview continue to Vista Drive
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