BEDS3
BATHS2 full 1 partial
SQUARE FEET2,520
MLS#A4690309
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SUBDIVISIONWHITFIELD COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 1
Property Description
Now is your chance to own an important mid-century modern classic! The Bechtel House (1967), was designed by Seibert Architects' Edward Tim Seibert FAIA, one of the Founders of the Sarasota School of Architecture. This iconic property is all about private courtyard living at its finest, with polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings, clerestory windows and sliding walls of glass which open interior rooms to an outstanding 40'x40' walled-in private patio complete with central gardens and a 28'x14' inground swimming pool. Recent improvements include new roof (2025), new water heater and electrical updates. This one-of-a-kind home is located near the Ringling Museum of Art, universities and the 1920s-era Sara Bay Golf & Country Club. Its great location provides easy access to the best shopping, airport, museums, restaurants, celebrated contemporary and classic performing and visual arts, first class sandy beaches and everything Sarasota and the Gulf Coast of Florida is known for. Flood insurance is NOT required. NOTE: Architectural Drawings and survey are available for your kind review.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s), Zoned
Fenced: Yes
Garage: 2 car attached
Heating: Central, Electric
Home Style: Courtyard, Mid-Century Modern
Lot Size: 0.31 Acres
Roof Type: Membrane, Shingle
Stories: 1.0
Taxes: $8,602
Year Built: 1967
Amenities
Ceiling Fans(s)
High Ceilings
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Stone Counters
Thermostat
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Treatments
Courtyard
Lighting
Private Entrance
Private Mailbox
Private Yard
Sliding Doors
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
Builder: SEIBERT ARCHITECTS, Edward Tim Seibert FAIA
Community Features: Street Lights
Directions: From Sarasota's Ringling Museum / University Parkway intersection, go North on US-41N/ N Tamiami Trail to Whitfield Ave stoplight. Turn RIGHT on Whitfield - continue (past SaraBay Country Club) on Whitfield Ave until you see 820 Whitfield on the Right.
Exterior: Block
Fencing: Fenced
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flood Zone Code: X, AE
Flooring: Concrete
Foundation: Slab
Garage Dimensions: 20x25
Home Warranty Y/N: No
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Lot: Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Paved
Lot Dimensions: 0.31
Model: The Bechtel Residence
Other Equipment: Private Entrance, Private Yard
Ownership: Fee Simple
Parking: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Parking Notes: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off
Patio/Porch: Covered, Patio
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pool: Gunite, In Ground, Salt Water, Solar Cover
Property Attached Y/N: No
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Instructions: Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent, Listing Agent Must Accompany, See Remarks, ShowingTime
Special Sale Provisions: None
Swimming Pool: Yes
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Water: Public
Water Access Y/N: No
Windows: Skylight(s)
Zoning: RSF3/WR
Room Sizes
Living Room: 25x14
Family Room: 19x14
Dining Room: 14x14
Kitchen: 14x12
Primary Bedroom: 14x14
Primary Bathroom: 8x5
Bedroom 2: 18x13
Bathroom 2: 9x5
Den: 14x13
Bathroom 3: 6x4
Laundry: 8x6
Local Schools
High School: Southeast High
Middle School: Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet
Elementary School: Florine J. Abel Elementary
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Agency Contact: 941-364-4000
Shown By
Agent Name: Faith Osibodu
Agent Phone: Cell: (813) 382-6797
Agency Title: Florida Executive Realty
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Payment
$ 2,853.96 per month $1,889.51 Principal & Interest $716.83 Property Tax $247.63 Homeowner's Insurance
820 Whitfield Avenue | MLS# A4690309
This single family home located at 820 Whitfield Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34243 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $849,000. This property was built in 1967 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 partial baths with 2520 sq. ft. Whitfield Avenue is located in the WHITFIELD COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 1 subdivision. Search WHITFIELD COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 1 real estate on faith.floridaexecutiverealty.com today.