$659,000
918 Palmetto Avenue
Sanford, FL 32771
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
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.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history48 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 8, 2026
- Listed$724,900Feb 25, 2026
- Price reduced$659,000
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 48
- Cumulative DOM
- 96
- Subdivision
- Sanford Town Of
- County
- Seminole
- Year built
- 1921
- Living area
- 2,466 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $267
- Building area
- 2,850 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 9,606 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12117C0070F)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $4,072 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 25-19-30-5AG-1102-0040
- Zoning
- SR1
- MLS #
- O6385450
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- 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
- Stories / Levels
- Two
- Direction faces
- East
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- No
- Parking features
- Alley Access, Covered, Curb Parking, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Golf Cart Parking, Guest, Off Street, On Street
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
- Additional lease restrictions
- VERIFY LEASING RESTRICTIONS WITH CITY OF SANFORD
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- French Doors, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Construction materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawlspace, Stem Wall
- Road surface
- Asphalt, Brick, Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Water Connected
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-02-24
- On market date
- 2026-02-25
- Original list price
- $724,900
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 32771 - Sanford/Lake Forest
- Listing AOR
- Orlando Regional
- Status changed
- 2026-05-08
- Tax legal description
- S 32 FT OF LOT 4 + ALL LOT 5 BLK 11 TR 2 TOWN OF SANFORD PB 1 PG 59
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
17-92 Northbound to RIGHT on 9th Street; RIGHT on Palmetto Avenue, home is on the RIGHT.
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