1201 MAGNOLIA AVENUE, SANFORD, FL 32771

$745,000 · Active

MLS #O6437421

Price

$745,000

Status

Active

Bedrooms

5

Bathrooms

3.5

Living area

2,504 sq ft

Home type

Single Family Residence

Year built

1925

Lot size

0.23 acres

Full bathrooms

3

Half bathrooms

1

Private pool

No

Waterfront

No

New construction

No

HOA

No

55+ community

No

Levels

Two

County

Seminole

Garage spaces

2

Annual property taxes

$5,528.51

Subdivision

SANFORD TOWN OF

Style

Craftsman

Appliances & Equipment

Cooktop · Dishwasher · Dryer · Microwave · Washer

Bathrooms

4 total bathrooms · 3 full bathrooms · 1 half bathroom

Bedrooms

5 total bedrooms

Building

Built in 1925 · Living area: 2504 · Living area units: Square Feet · Building faces West · 2 stories · Levels: Two · Construction Materials: Block

Cooling

Central Air · Mini-Split Unit(s)

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch · Sidewalk

Fireplaces

Decorative

Floors

Tile · Wood

Foundation

Crawlspace

Garage

2 spaces

Heating

Heat Pump

Interior Features

Ceiling Fans(s) · Walk-In Closet(s)

Laundry

In Garage

Lot

0.23 acres · Dimensions: 85x117 · Mature Landscaping

Parking

On Street · Workshop in Garage

Property

Completed · Other structures: Workshop · Garden · Trees/Woods

Roof

Shingle

Sewer

Public Sewer

Utilities

BB/HS Internet Available · Public · Water Connected · Water Source: Public

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About this home

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 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.

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