$850,000 - 1811 Yates Ave, Pensacola

EAST HILL! MOVE-IN READY! POOL + IN-LAW SUITE! Located in one of Pensacola’s most desirable East Hill neighborhoods, this beautifully maintained 1938 home blends timeless character with modern upgrades and exceptional functionality. Perched on a spacious .28-acre lot with refreshing bayou breezes, this property offers the lifestyle buyers are looking for—just minutes from Bayview Park, featuring tennis courts, walking trails, dog parks, beaches, and a boat ramp. Inside the main home (3BR/2BA, ~1,961 SF), you’ll find refinished Red Oak hardwood floors, 9’+ ceilings, crown molding, and abundant natural light throughout. The living room showcases a large bay window and marble fireplace, while the Florida room—with built-in shelving—makes the perfect home office or flex space. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, tile flooring, pantry, and serving bar. A separate dining room adds to the home’s functionality. Step outside to a private backyard retreat designed for entertaining, complete with a covered patio, courtyard-style space, and a gated, above-grade gunite pool with new decking (2024). Wood fencing enhances privacy while maintaining an inviting outdoor atmosphere. A major bonus is the detached, heated/cooled ~500 SF in-law suite, offering a full kitchen, bathroom, laundry, cedar closet, high ceilings with exposed beams, and built-in shelving—ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or rental potential. Recent updates include a new roof (2023), HVAC (2024), high-impact energy-rated windows (2024), fresh interior paint, upgraded irrigation, and more. Additional features like hurricane shutters, roof clips, ridge vent, and a fully floored attic provide peace of mind and efficiency. Originally owned for decades by the family of Braden Ball, who served as publisher of the Pensacola News Journal during a period of growth and influence in the 1930s, the home carries a subtle connection to Pensacola!