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Overview

5 bd4 ba2,504 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1925
Lot9,869 sqft
Living area2,504 sqft
Price / sqft$298
Garage2 car

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Ceiling Fans(s)Walk-in Closet(s)SidewalkCooktopDishwasherDryerMicrowaveWasher

1201 Magnolia Ave is a 1925-built home in Sanford Town Of, Sanford. Inside you'll find 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 2,504 square feet of living space. Listed at $745,000 (about $298/sqft), 44 days on market. Flood zone x - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

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.

The essentials

Built
1925
Price / sqft
$298
On market
44 days
Annual tax
$5,529
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
9,869 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1925
2 car garage
On Street
9,869 sqft lot
Lot size
2,504 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$4,718/mo
Down payment (20%)
$149,000
Property taxes
$461/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1925
Lot
9,869 sqft
Cooling
Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Heating
Heat Pump
Parking
On Street, Workshop in Garage
Days on Market
44
Ceiling Fans(s)
Walk-in Closet(s)
Sidewalk
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Dryer
Microwave
Washer
Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone x
Annual Tax (2025)
$5,529
Parcel #
25-19-30-5AG-1402-0060

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Sanford Town Of
County
Seminole
MLS Area
32771 - Sanford/Lake Forest
Lot Size
9,869 sqft

Price history

Date
Event
Price
8/28/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #O6437421
$745,000
$298/sqft

Neighborhood

1201 Magnolia Ave
Sanford, FL, 32771 · 32771 - Sanford/Lake Forest

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List price: $745,000
$740,000 – $745,000
99.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
158 of the last 287 home closings in 32771 landed at this number or higher (55%). The median one sat 37 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 44.

Sample: 287 closed home sales in 32771 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$4,719/mo
Principal & interest$3,885
Property taxes$461
Insurance$373
Down payment20% · $149,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Price

$745,000

$298 per sq ft

Beds and baths

5 beds, 4 baths

Size

2,504 sq ft

Time on market

44 days

Year built

1925

Monthly payment

About $4,718/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $5,529 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byVERSALIS REALTY POWERED BY SELLSTATEListing agent: Tammy CuddyListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# O6437421.

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