


$2,295,000
1221 Dorchester Street
Orlando, FL 32803
Listing updated: September 14, 2026 at 11:31 AM ET
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
A distinctive piece of Orlando history in Beverly Shores, this gracious 1942 Colonial Revival enjoys wide views of Lake Estelle and offers an extraordinary combination of character, space and flexibility. Featured in The Orlando Sentinel when selected as the Hope and Help Center’s 1999 Designer Show House, the residence underwent an extensive transformation through the work of nine area design firms, with enhancements to the kitchen, primary suite, baths, living spaces, outdoor entertaining areas and classic Colonial façade. Continued renovations and improvements followed over the years by a family who has loved living here for decades. Today, the home offers approximately 3,781 square feet of living space with six bedrooms, five full and one half baths, plus an approximately 237-square-foot third-floor bonus area not included in the living square footage. Set on approximately .28 acres with sweeping lake views, the property pairs traditional architecture and mature landscaping with a uniquely private outdoor setting. French doors and windows connect the interiors to an expansive covered porch and terraced backyard designed for outdoor living, with a large swimming pool surrounded by generous deck space, a garden area, pergola and covered entertaining area with a summer kitchen. Dedicated storage for towels and outdoor supplies, along with a separate storage shed, adds everyday practicality. Inside, generously proportioned living and dining rooms are complemented by a well-positioned kitchen with abundant storage that connects naturally to the formal dining room, casual eat-in area and family room. The floor plan offers an unusual degree of separation and flexibility for both gathering and privacy. A dual-primary arrangement includes a first-floor primary suite with a zero-entry shower and a spacious second-floor primary suite with a private balcony overlooking Lake Estelle. Also on the first floor is an office or music room adjoining the formal living room, with beautiful lake views. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms are served by two Jack-and-Jill-style baths, while the third-floor bonus space provides further flexibility for living, working, recreation or storage. A two-car garage with abundant storage completes the property. The home’s documented design history brought together notable Central Florida design and architectural talent, including architect Randall Slocum, Robb & Stucky, Beasley & Henley, Pam Niemann Interiors, Pasternak Designs and Kitchen Designs of Winter Park—many names that have stood the test of time and remain recognizable in our market today. The result is a home with a layered history reflecting its original 1940s architecture and decades of thoughtful evolution, with scale and versatility that can be difficult to find in an established Orlando neighborhood. Conveniently positioned between Downtown Orlando and Winter Park and zoned for Audubon K-8 and Edgewater High, both A-rated for 2025, the location makes everyday life remarkably convenient. A recent 4-point inspection, floor plan and measured appraiser’s sketch are available for review. Comfortable and ready to enjoy today, the home also offers its next owner the opportunity to thoughtfully make it their own over time, carrying forward more than 80 years of character and history.
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 history3 days on market
- Status: ActiveSep 11, 2026
- Listed$2,295,000Sep 11, 2026
- Price increased$2,295,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 3
- Subdivision
- Beverly Shores
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1942
- Living area
- 3,781 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $607
- Building area
- 5,402 sq ft (Appraiser)
- Lot size
- 12,150 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/4 to less than 1/2
- Flood zone
- X (12095C0255F)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $8,795 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 13-22-29-0668-30-210
- Zoning
- R-1AA/T
- MLS #
- O6436124
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full bathrooms
- 5
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener
- Interior features
- Accessibility Features, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- Three Or More
- Direction faces
- South
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Driveway, On Street
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 7 Months
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
- Additional lease restrictions
- Buyer to verify any lease restrictions with governing bodies.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Construction materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawlspace, Slab
- Pool
- Private pool
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | 14.5x20 |
| Dining Room | First | 11.5x12.5 |
| Kitchen | First | 12x18 |
| Family Room | First | 13x16 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 13.5x14.5 |
| Office | First | 11x13 |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 17x17.5 |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 11.5x12 |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 11.5x13 |
| Bedroom 5 | Second | 13.5x12.5 |
| Bonus Room | Second | 12.5x12 |
| Loft | Third | 1.5x19 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-08-28
- On market date
- 2026-09-11
- Original list price
- $2,295,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 32803 - Orlando/Colonial Town
- Listing AOR
- Orlando Regional
- Status changed
- 2026-09-11
- Tax legal description
- BEVERLY SHORES Q/44 LOT 21 & E1/2 OF LOT22 BLK 30
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
From Winter Park, go South on Mills Ave. Left on Dorchester. Fourth home on the left across from the Lake.
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