1201 MAGNOLIA AVE, Sanford, FL 32771
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$ 745,000
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5 Beds

4 Baths

2,504 SqFt


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$ 745,000
Est. payment | /mo
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5 Beds

4 Baths

2,504 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Coming Soon

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,504 sqft

Price per Sqft $297

Subdivision Sanford Town Of

MLS Listing ID O6437421

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Construction Status Completed

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1925

Annual Tax Amount $5,528

Lot Size 10,018 Sqft

Acres 0.23

Lot Dimensions 85x117

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Stellar MLS

Property Description

Historic Sanford Craftsman with Income-Producing Apartment
Restored 1925 Craftsman in Sanford's Historic District | 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths | Separate Furnished Apartment | Detached Garage

Welcome to a beautifully restored 1925 Craftsman airplane-bungalow in Sanford's sought-after Historic District and golf-cart zone. This distinctive corner-lot home combines historic character with thoughtful modern updates, exceptional parking, and a separate furnished apartment that offers excellent flexibility for guests, extended family, or rental income.

The home features 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with approximately 2,391 square feet of living space. From the moment you arrive, the large front porch, historic architecture, and prominent corner location make a memorable first impression.

Inside, original character has been carefully preserved, including original hardwood floors, restored windows and millwork, and a decorative fireplace anchoring the main living area.

The renovated kitchen opens naturally to the dining area and features quartz countertops, custom white cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, a natural-gas cooktop, and tile backsplash.

The spacious downstairs primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom with stained-glass details, double vanities, a walk-in shower, and a six-foot clawfoot tub.

Additional first-floor features include a convenient powder room, laundry/coffee-bar area, flexible living spaces, and a charming glass-and-brick sun porch.

Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom, providing plenty of room for family, guests, or office space.

Separate Apartment & Detached Garage
One of the property's standout features is the fully furnished one-bedroom, one-bath apartment located above the detached garage.

The apartment provides an excellent opportunity for:

Rental income
Guest accommodations
Extended family
Mother-in-law suite
Private office or studio
The oversized detached two-car garage includes additional laundry and tool-storage areas, with convenient alley access and additional parking.

Major Updates
The home has received substantial improvements while retaining its historic charm, including:

Plumbing and electrical updated in 2023
Roofs replaced in 2020
Tankless natural-gas water heater
Renovated kitchen
Updated bathrooms
Restored historic windows and millwork
Carefully maintained original hardwood floors
The property also received a 2025 historic preservation award, recognizing the care taken to preserve and enhance this special home.

Location
Located in the heart of Sanford's Historic District, the property is within the golf-cart district and offers easy access to downtown Sanford's restaurants, breweries, shops, entertainment, events, parks and waterfront.

The combination of historic character, walkability, parking, a detached garage, and a separate apartment makes this an unusually versatile property.

This home is 4 bedroom 2.5 baths, with rental property over the garage which also has 1 bedroom and 1 bath and kitchenette, The rental property is currently rented.
This is a limited service listing- Please contact Robbin Bigelow 407-234-7760 for Showing times, pre-approval letter or proof of funds are needed for showing.

Location

State FL

County Seminole

Community Sanford Town Of

Area 32771 - Sanford/Lake Forest

Zoning SR1

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fans(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Heat Pump

Cooling Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)

Flooring Other, Tile, Wood

Furnishings Unfurnished

Fireplace true

Appliance Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer

Laundry In Garage

Exterior

Exterior Feature Sidewalk

Parking Features On Street, Workshop in Garage

Garage Spaces 2.0

Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available, Public, Water Connected

View Y/N No

Water Access No

View Garden, Trees/Woods

Roof Type Shingle

Porch Covered, Front Porch

Attached Garage false

Exposure West

Garage true

Private Pool No

Building

Story 2

Entry Level Two

Foundation Crawlspace

Lot Size Range 0 to less than 1/4

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Craftsman

Structure Type Block

New Construction false

Construction Status Completed

Others

Senior Community No

Ownership Fee Simple

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Special Listing Condition None

Stellar MLS
Listed by Tammy Cuddy VERSALIS REALTY POWERED BY SELLSTATE

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