1245 N ALEXANDER STREET, Mount Dora, FL 32757

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 1,696 sqft

Property Description

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.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

February 14, 2026

Data Last Updated:

February 18, 2026 at 12:23PM

Listing Office:

CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY : 863-875-5656

Listing Agent:

John Constant : 239-940-1788

MLS ID:

P4937845

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fans(s)Eat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsLiving Room/Dining Room ComboPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersWalk-In Closet(s)
• Rooms: Garage ApartmentInside UtilityStorage Rooms
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRange HoodRefrigerator
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupInsideLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
• Flooring: HardwoodTileWood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Electric
• Fireplace: Living RoomMasonryFireplace

Exterior

• General: Fire PitPrivate EntrancePrivate MailboxSidewalkStorage
• Style: Bungalow
• Other Structures: Guest HouseShed(s)StorageWorkshopEnclosedFront PorchDeckRear PorchScreenedPatio
• Pool: GuniteIn GroundLightingSalt WaterTile
• Parking: DrivewayGarage Door OpenerGround LevelWorkshop in Garage

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: HardiPlank TypeStuccoFrameTwoCrawlspace

Location

• Road/Access: Paved
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Lake

Lot

• Zoning: R-1AMOUNT DORA NORWOOD SUB LOT 4 E 130 FT OF LOT 5 PB 4 PG 55 ORB 6286 PG 129330-19-27-0800-000-00400
• View: Pool
• Fencing: Wood

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedPublicSewer ConnectedWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple