Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
Listing Price: $1,525,000
Description of Property
Ralph Twitchell’s Lu Andrews House #2 — An Icon of Mid-Century Modernism, Thoughtfully Reimagined Step into Sarasota’s architectural legacy with this one-of-a-kind residence designed in 1941 by Ralph Twitchell, the visionary behind the Sarasota School of Architecture. Originally crafted for his secretary Lu Andrews, this historic home represents the first known use of stacked concrete block in residential construction—a true innovation of its time. Located in the highly sought-after Indian Beach neighborhood and perched outside of the flood zone sitting at 16.5 feet, 904 Virginia Drive blends historic character with modern luxury across 1920 square feet of inspired living space. The home was masterfully expanded in 2009 by architect James Bowen, AIA, with additional upgrades including a new 2-car garage and an extended foyer entrance and third bathroom to complement the original design while enhancing everyday function. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully curated blend of mid-century elements and contemporary finishes. 3 bedrooms, including a stunning primary suite with views of the resort-style pool and gardens. Expansive great room with 16’ ceilings, wide overhangs, and walls of glass echoing the iconic Sarasota School style. Large tiled floor throughout, commercial-grade sliders, and smart power window shades. A chef’s kitchen with Caesarstone countertops, gas cooktop, and a large island perfect for entertaining. Indoor-outdoor flow leading to a private pool with a marble deck and cascading waterfall. Other notable features include: 2021 HVAC system, alarm system and LED European lighting, whole house water filtration, on-demand tankless water heater, additional storage and landscape lighting with irrigation. Located just steps from Sarasota Bay and minutes from Downtown, St. Armands Circle, the Ringling Museum, and Lido Beach, this residence offers architectural prestige with an unbeatable lifestyle location. This is more than a home—it’s a piece of Sarasota’s architectural soul





























































Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Bay Haven
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sq. Ft. Gross: 2,437
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 1,920
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $794
Year built: 1941
Annual Tax: $14,171
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
Appliances: Water Filtration System
Window Features: Shades
Additional Rooms: Storage Rooms
Flooring: Concrete
Schools
Elementary School: Emma E. Booker Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Booker Middle
High School: Booker High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features: Screen Enclosure
Water Frontage: Waterfront
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
Construction: Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Membrane
Exterior Features: Sliding Doors
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: On Street
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Central
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures:
View: Garden
Fencing: Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features: Sidewalks
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sidewalk
Lot Size (acres): 0.15
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,655 square feet
Lot Dimensions: 60 x 111
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: North
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Conventional
Parcel Number: 2005150033
Zoning: RSF3
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOT 373 BAY HAVEN
Section: 12
Range: 17E
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