Dr. Joseph Halton House, Sarasota

The Dr. Joseph Halton House is one of Sarasota鈥檚 most notable early residences, representing the city鈥檚 formative years in the early 20th century. Built between 1909 and 1910 for Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Halton, the home was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on March 22, 1984. Dr. Halton, one of Sarasota鈥檚 first physicians, was part of the city鈥檚 early professional class whose work helped shape its growing community and civic identity during a time of optimism and expansion along Florida鈥檚 Gulf Coast.

Located on Coconut Avenue, the two-story residence was constructed by Joseph S. Maus and is designed in the Transitional Queen Anne style鈥攁 blend of late Victorian detail and emerging early-20th-century symmetry. The house stands out for its artificial pressed stone fa莽ade, one of the earliest examples in Sarasota to make extensive use of this modern material. Its elegant columns, balanced fa莽ade, and generous verandas reflect a thoughtful adaptation of northern architectural traditions to Florida鈥檚 subtropical environment, combining formality with comfort.

Beyond its architectural significance, the Halton House captures the spirit of an era when Sarasota was evolving from a small coastal settlement into a refined residential community. Its enduring craftsmanship and harmonious proportions convey both stability and grace. Today, the Dr. Joseph Halton House remains a well-preserved landmark鈥攁 quiet reminder of Sarasota鈥檚 early ambitions and the individuals whose vision and dedication helped transform the city into the thriving cultural centre it is today.

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Sight Name: Dr. Joseph Halton House
Sight Location: Sarasota, USA (See walking tours in Sarasota)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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