1201 Magnolia Avenue SANFORD, FL 32771-2832

5

Beds

4

Baths

2,504

Square feet

0.23

Acres

$745,000

About 1201 Magnolia Avenue

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.

Residential home for sale in SANFORD, FL at 1201 Magnolia Avenue. This 5 bedroom Residential home is priced at $298/sqft

Features of 1201 Magnolia Avenue

MLS® # O6437421
Price $745,000
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4.00
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Square Footage 2,504
Acres 0.23
Year Built 1925
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Style Craftsman
Status Coming Soon

Community Information: Sanford

Address 1201 Magnolia Avenue
Area Sanford/Lake Forest
Subdivision SANFORD TOWN OF
City SANFORD
County Seminole
State FL
Zip Code 32771-2832

Amenities of 1201 Magnolia Avenue

Parking On Street, Workshop in Garage
# of Garages 2
View Garden, Trees/Woods
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No
Senior Community No

Interior of 1201 Magnolia Avenue

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Fireplace Yes
# of Stories 2
Furnished Unfurnished

Exterior of 1201 Magnolia Avenue

Exterior Features Sidewalk
Roof Shingle
Foundation Crawlspace

Additional Information On 1201 Magnolia Avenue

Zoning SR1
Flood Zone Code x
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeVERSALIS REALTY POWERED BY SELLSTATE

Map To 1201 Magnolia Avenue, SANFORD

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