Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Mount Dora
Listing Price: $657,400
Description of Property
Welcome to 1245 Alexander Street—an enchanting circa-1927 pool home with guest house, brimming with character and ideally located just a short stroll from historic downtown Mount Dora. Set on an oversized lot with mature landscaping and multiple outdoor living spaces, this property blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. The main house, 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home, welcomes you with an inviting enclosed front porch—perfect for morning coffee or quiet afternoons. Inside, original wood floors, glass doorknobs, built-ins, a fireplace and vintage details showcase the home’s historic charm, while tasteful renovations ensure comfort and convenience. The renovated kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Main bathroom has been refreshed. The renovated laundry area offers additional custom cabinetry, granite counters, and a convenient half bath. A screened back porch overlooks the sparkling saltwater pool, surrounded by a brick-paved sun deck ideal for lounging, entertaining, or enjoying Florida’s year-round outdoor lifestyle. The property features ample storage space inside with many cabinets and a large walk-in closet. Outside, an oversized lot with multiple outbuildings; one-car garage, workshop, potting shed, riding lawn mower (or golf cart) shed. The guest house (garage apartment), at the rear of the property—accessible by its own private entrance—is a fully renovated second floor unit. Perfect as a guest suite, mother-in-law suite, boomerang baby suite or private retreat, it includes its own brick-paved patio for added outdoor enjoyment. Situated just a short walk from the heart of downtown Mount Dora, this home places you steps from the city’s vibrant shops, cafés, parks, lakes, boardwalk, and year-round festivals. From the nationally loved Mount Dora Arts Festival to the Craft Fair, Light Up Mount Dora, Spring Festival of Arts & Crafts, and countless weekend events, you’ll enjoy the full charm of this celebrated small town right outside your door. With its unbeatable location, historic character, modern upgrades, and versatile guest house, 1245 Alexander Street offers a rare opportunity to own a truly special piece of Mount Dora.





















































Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Mount Dora
County: Lake
Subdivision: Mount Dora Norwood Sub
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Half Baths: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 1,696
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 1,696
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $388
Year built: 1927
Annual Tax: $7,496
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
Appliances: Refrigerator
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Masonry
Additional Rooms: Storage Rooms
Flooring: Hardwood
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features: Tile
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Crawlspace
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Storage
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage
Floors Total: 2
Floors in Unit: Two
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Electric
Patio & Porch Features: Screened
Other Structures: Workshop
View: Pool
Fencing: Wood
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sidewalk
Lot Size (acres): 0.35
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 15,038 square feet
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: East
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: VA Loan
Parcel Number: 301927080000000400
Zoning: R-1A
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: MOUNT DORA NORWOOD SUB LOT 4 E 130 FT OF LOT 5 PB 4 PG 55 ORB 6286 PG 1293
Section: 30
Range: 27
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY. The information relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS. This information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.

