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$720,000

5 Beds 3 / 1 Full / Half Baths 2,504 SQFT 0.23 Acres
Type: Single Family

1201 MAGNOLIA AVENUE
SANFORD, FL 32771

MLS#: O6437421
Jo Peterson
Jo Peterson
The Real Estate Advantage
Realtor
Phone: 507.226.6524
Office: 651.272.4688
Presented by: VERSALIS REALTY POWERED BY SELLSTATE with 407-608-9593. - 407-608-9593

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 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.


 

Interior Features

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms5

Bathrooms

Half Baths1
Total Baths4

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSource0 sqft
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementCrawl Space
Fireplace FeaturesDecorative
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringOther, Tile, Hardwood
Furnished Y/NUnfurnished
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCeiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry FeaturesIn Garage
Total Stories2

General

Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesCooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
Architectural StyleCraftsman
Attached Garage No
Building Area Units0 sqft
Carport Y/NNo
CitySANFORD
Construction MaterialsBlock
CoolingCentral Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
CountySeminole
DirectionsFrom I-4 E/W: Take Exit 101C for FL-46 toward Sanford. Head east on FL-46 E / W 1st St into downtown Sanford. Turn right onto Magnolia Ave and head south for ~0.8 miles. Property is located on the corner of Magnolia Ave and E 12th St. From SR-417: Exit FL-46 toward Sanford, go west on FL-46 / E 25th St, turn right (north) on French Ave (US 17/92), turn right (east) on E 12th St, then turn left on Magnolia Ave. Home is on the right.
DockY/NNo
Facing DirectionWest
Flood Zone Codex
Flood Zone Code XY
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HeatingHeat Pump
In Law Suite Description1 Bathroom, 1 Bedroom, Detached (ADU), Kitchenette, Private Entrance
In Law Suite YNYes
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NYes
Legal DescriptionLOT 6 & N 35 FT OF LOT 7 BLK 14 TR 2 TOWN OF SANFORD PB 1 PGS 56-64
LevelsTwo
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Living Area Units0 sqft
Lot Size Square Feet9,869 sqft
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area32771 - Sanford/Lake Forest
Minimum LeaseNo Minimum
New ConstructionNo
Occupancy TypeOwner
Other StructuresOther, Workshop
OwnershipFee Simple
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Front Porch
Property Attached Y/NYes
Property ConditionCompleted
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofShingle
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Subdivision NameSANFORD TOWN OF
Tax Annual Amount$5,529
Tax Lot6
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms7
UtilitiesBB/HS Internet Available, Public, Water Connected
ViewGarden, Trees/Woods
Virtual TourClick here
Water Access Y/NNo
Water View Y/NNo
Year Built1925
ZoningSR1

Exterior

Building Area Total3,709 sqft
Covered Spaces2
Exterior AmenitiesSidewalk
Foundation DetailsCrawlspace
Lot Dimensions85 x 117
Lot Size Acres0.23
Lot Size Area9,869 sqft
Parking FeaturesOn Street, Workshop in Garage
Private PoolNo
Road Surface TypeAsphalt
VegetationMature Landscaping
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools 

High School Hubert H Humphrey Middle School
Middle School N/A
Elementary School Big Hollow Elementary School

  

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Jo Peterson
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The Real Estate Advantage
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Phone: 507.226.6524
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