$1,250,000

1800 Alta Vista StSarasota, FL 34236

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,929 sqft
  • 0.24 acres
  • 34 days on market

About this home

Virtually Staged. Step into the timeless character and charm of this beautiful 1940s home in highly sought-after Avondale, ideally situated West of the Trail on a corner lot. Thoughtfully designed for both comfortable everyday living and entertaining, this distinctive residence blends classic architectural details with bright, inviting spaces and wonderful indoor-outdoor connections.

The spacious living room welcomes you with high ceilings and oversized windows that fill the room with Florida sunshine. French doors open to the side-yard patio and screened lanai, creating an effortless flow to the outdoors. Just off the living room, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a vaulted wood ceiling, ensuite bath, walk-in closet, and sliding doors opening directly to the screened lanai.

The dining room is full of character, featuring a fireplace, mirrored accent wall, arched pass-through to the kitchen, and French doors leading to the charming front porch. The bright eat-in kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, abundant windows, and French doors providing easy access to the backyard.

A split floor plan places two additional bedrooms and the main bathroom down the hallway, offering privacy and flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. A convenient laundry closet is also located off the hallway.

Outside, mature landscaping, lush foliage, and established trees create a private and welcoming setting. Large palms frame the front entry, while brick walkways add to the home's distinctive curb appeal. The walled backyard provides a wonderful sense of privacy, and a unique wine-bottle sculpture commissioned by a local artist adds an unexpected touch of artistry at the front corner of the property.

The location is exceptional, placing you close to Selby Gardens, Burns Court, Towles Court, Island Park, downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Payne Park and its skating park, Ed Smith Stadium, Southside Village, and an abundance of restaurants, shops, cultural attractions, and everyday services. And when it's time for a beach day, the white sands of Siesta Key and Lido Key are just 15 minutes away.

Surrounded by beautiful foliage, mature trees, and neighborhood homes with individuality and character, this special Avondale property offers the opportunity to enjoy the best of Sarasota's historic charm, vibrant lifestyle, and quintessential Florida living.

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Facts

Property type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1949
Stories
1
Garage spaces
1
Lot size
10,376 sqft
Pool
No
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
AVONDALE REP
Community
Avondale
County
Sarasota
CDD
0
Annual taxes
$11,007 (2025)
Flood zone
X
Pets
Yes
New construction
No
MLS #
A4708974

Features

Interior
Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior
Garden, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk
Patio & porch
Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
Circular Driveway, Driveway
Construction
Stucco
Roof
Shingle
Lot
Corner Lot
View
City
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary school
Southside Elementary
Middle school
Sarasota Middle
High school
Sarasota High

Location

Stellar MLS Listing courtesy of KW COASTAL LIVING III. MLS # A4708974.

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