$745,000
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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Sanford Town Of
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32771
Zip Code
1201 Magnolia Avenue, Sanford
