1905 Alta Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Alliance Realty Group
Listed by: lisa morris, pa
Office: michael saunders & company
MLS#:A4683764
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$4,150,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$737.38
- Monthly HOA dues:$5.42
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.
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Home facts
- Year built:1927
- Listing ID #:A4683764
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 02, 2026 at 04:05 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Travertine, Wood
- Dining Description:Formal Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement Description:Crawlspace, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Living area:3,813 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
- Heating:Central, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Membrane
- Year built:1927
- Building area:3,813 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.25 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Landscaped, Paved, Sidewalk
- Architectural Style:Mediterranean
- Construction Materials:Cement Siding, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Balcony, Covered Porch/Patio, Front Porch, Lighting, Patio, Rain Gutters, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Sidewalk
- Foundation Description:Pillar/post/pier
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Sarasota High
- Middle school:Brookside Middle
- Elementary school:Southside Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$4,150,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$737.38
- Tax amount:$31,600 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Generator, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer
- Amenities:BB/HS Internet Available, Crown Molding, Generator, Irrigation Equipment, Natural Gas Connected, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Underground Utilities, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Public Pool
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