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-by-40-foot walled-in private patio complete with central gardens and a 28-by-14-foot inground swimming pool. Recent improvements include new roof (2025), new water heater and electrical updates. This one-of-a-kind home is 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.
Sold for $835,000
$835,000
820 Whitfield Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243
3beds
2,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
0.31 Acres Lot
$834,700 Zestimate®
$331/sqft
$3,702 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Martie Lieberman 941-724-1118,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000
Bought with:
Yvette Sellyn, 3447588
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4690309
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Granite Counters, Rain Shower Head, Shower No Tub, Single Vanity, Window/Skylight in Bath
- Level: First
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Single Vanity, Tub With Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x5
Bathroom 3
- Features: Window/Skylight in Bath
- Level: First
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x4
Den
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x14
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Stone Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Laundry
- Features: Storage Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x6
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x14
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Concrete
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,780
- Total interior livable area: 2,520 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 20x25
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Salt Water, Solar Cover
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 135 x 101
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 6632700008
- Zoning: RSF3/WR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Courtyard,Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Membrane,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Details
- Builder model: The Bechtel Residence
- Builder name: SEIBERT ARCHITECTS, Edward "Tim" Seibert FAIA
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: WHITFIELD COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 1
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $331/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $582,259
- Annual tax amount: $8,602
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Sold | $835,000-1.6%$331/sqft |
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| 4/25/2026 | Pending sale | $849,000$337/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000+6.8%$337/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Sold | $795,000$315/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Pending sale | $795,000$315/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+10%$315/sqft |
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| 3/27/2025 | Sold | $722,500-3.5%$287/sqft |
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| 2/24/2025 | Pending sale | $749,000$297/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4640914 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,000+87.3%$297/sqft |
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| 1/19/2016 | Sold | $400,000-5.9%$159/sqft |
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| 11/19/2015 | Listed for sale | $425,000+51.8%$169/sqft |
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| 9/4/2009 | Sold | $280,000-6.6%$111/sqft |
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| 8/1/2009 | Price change | $299,900-4.8%$119/sqft |
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| 6/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $315,000+0.6%$125/sqft |
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| 7/9/2007 | Sold | $313,000-10.6%$124/sqft |
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| 3/30/2005 | Sold | $350,000$139/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,418 -2.1% | $536,434 +10% |
| 2024 | $8,602 +4.2% | $487,667 +10% |
| 2023 | $8,256 +13.3% | $443,334 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,289 +21.4% | $403,031 +10% |
| 2021 | $6,002 +9.8% | $366,392 +10% |
| 2020 | $5,467 +1.7% | $333,084 +2.7% |
| 2019 | $5,374 | $324,273 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $5,374 +0.9% | $317,587 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $5,323 +205.1% | $302,846 +119% |
| 2016 | $1,745 | $138,263 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,745 | $137,302 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,745 +2.2% | $136,212 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $1,707 +170588% | $134,199 -3.1% |
| 2012 | $1 | $138,484 -10.5% |
| 2011 | $1 | $154,707 -17.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $186,836 -19.2% |
| 2009 | $3,897 -11.9% | $231,361 -17% |
| 2008 | $4,422 -15% | $278,671 -17.8% |
| 2007 | $5,202 +6.8% | $339,094 +15.4% |
| 2006 | $4,871 +124.7% | $293,728 +93.8% |
| 2005 | $2,167 +2.1% | $151,578 +3% |
| 2004 | $2,123 +0.5% | $147,163 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $2,112 +2.4% | $144,419 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $2,062 +3.5% | $141,034 +1.6% |
| 2001 | $1,993 +1.6% | $138,813 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,962 | $134,770 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Whitfield
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Florine J Abel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Electa Lee Magnet Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 3/10Southeast High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Florine J. Abel Elementary
- Middle: Electa Arcotte Lee Magnet
- High: Southeast High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Manatee County
- Sarasota
- 34243
- Whitfield
- 820 Whitfield Ave
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