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$659,000
Original: $724,900
Active
918 S PALMETTO AVENUE
SANFORD, FL 32771 — SANFORD TOWN OF
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,466 sqft
0.22 acres
Built 1921
2-Car Garage
About This Property
Welcome to 918 S. Palmetto Avenue — a beautifully updated 1921 Colonial Revival located on a prominent corner lot in Sanford Historic District. Blending timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern updates, this home offers the charm buyers crave without sacrificing comfort or functionality. Recently painted inside and out — including the detached garage — the property feels fresh, polished, and move-in ready from the moment you arrive. Inside, the classic center hall floor plan is anchored by a stunning staircase and filled with natural light, original character, and flexible living spaces designed for modern life. The renovated kitchen opens beautifully to the dining area and features Carrera marble countertops, white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, natural gas cooking, subway tile backsplash, and multiple pantry spaces for exceptional storage. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and two additional flex spaces ideal for a home office, playroom, guest space, or studio, this home adapts easily to a variety of lifestyles. Rich historic details blend seamlessly with practical upgrades completed over the years, creating a home that feels both elegant and livable. Outside, the oversized detached 2-car garage (a valuable detached structure that could be converted to a short term rental suite; cabana; and more - has been refreshed with new garage doors and openers, while the spacious corner lot provides room to entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the charm of one of Central Florida’s most beloved historic neighborhoods. Located just blocks from downtown Sanford, you’ll enjoy easy access to restaurants, breweries, shops, parks, the marina, RiverWalk, and community events that make Sanford such a special place to live.
Property Details
Basics
- Property Type
- Residential
- Property Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- O6385450
- Days on Market
- 33
- Year Built
- 1921
- Levels
- Two
- Architectural Style
- Colonial
- Direction Faces
- East
- Occupant Type
- Vacant
Size & Structure
- Living Area
- 2,466 sqft
- Total Area
- 2,850 sqft
- Lot Size
- 0.22 acres
- Lot Sq Ft
- 9,606 sqft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Stories
- 2
Interior
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Interior Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Windows
- Window Treatments, Wood Frames
- Fireplace
- Yes — Decorative
- Furnished
- Negotiable
- A/C
- Central Air
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Exterior & Lot
- Exterior Features
- French Doors, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Construction
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawlspace, Stem Wall
- Patio/Porch
- Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Fencing
- Fenced, Wood
- Lot Features
- Historic District, City Limits, Landscaped, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Street Brick
Water & Pool
Community & HOA
- HOA
- No
- Community Features
- Street Lights
- Homestead
- Yes
- Security
- Fire Alarm, Security Lights
Utilities & Systems
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Water Connected
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Flood Zone
- X
- Parking
- Alley Access, Covered, Curb Parking, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Golf Cart Parking, Guest, Off Street, On Street
Financial
- List Price
- $659,000
- Original Price
- $724,900
- Annual Taxes
- $4,072
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Listing Terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Special Conditions
- None
- Possession
- Close Of Escrow, Negotiable