1245 Alexander St

Mount Dora, FL 32757

$657,400
Price
3
Beds
1,696 Sq. Ft.
$388 / Sq. Ft.
1,696
Sq. Ft.
$388
per Sq. Ft.

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...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.
  1. Listed by John Constant • Brokerage DRE #1036982 • CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY
    P: (239)-940-1788 C: (239)-940-1788 Johncentury21realtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 1245 Alexander Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Subdivision Name
MOUNT DORA NORWOOD SUB
Township
19
Garage Spaces
1
View
Pool
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2026 08:43 AM

Property Details for 1245 Alexander Street

StatusActive
MLS #P4937845
Days on Market5
Taxes$7,496 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1927
Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,038 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 1245 Alexander Street

Stories2Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size0.35 AC / 15,038 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,829 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,204

Property Taxes

$625

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1245 Alexander Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1696.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: From 441 turn south on Donnelly Street , turn right on 12 Street , turn right on Alexander Street property is on the left 1245 Alexander.
  • Floor Number: 2
  • Mls Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1245
  • Street Direction Prefix: N
  • Street Name: ALEXANDER
  • Street Suffix: STREET
  • State: FL
  • City: MOUNT DORA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Workshop in Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 000
  • Tax Book Number: 4-55
  • Tax Legal Description: MOUNT DORA NORWOOD SUB LOT 4 E 130 FT OF LOT 5 PB 4 PG 55 ORB 6286 PG 1293
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 301927080000000400
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: R-1A
  • Living Area: 1696
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1927
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 12-18-2012
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12069C0367E
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Public Survey Range: 27
  • Public Survey Section: 30
  • Dock YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Storage
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Salt Water, Tile
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Garage Apartment, Inside Utility, Storage Rooms
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Porcelain Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 8.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1245 Alexander Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #P4937845

$657,400—
Dec 10, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #P4937255

—
Dec 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #P4937255

$675,000—
Dec 31, 2016

Sold

MFRMLS #G4822458

$178,500—
Dec 29, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #586161385

$178,500

+2.2% / yr

Dec 7, 2016

Pending

MFRMLS #G4822458

—
Jan 21, 2016

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4822458

$225,000—
Nov 18, 2011

Sold

MFRMLS #G4677704

$160,000—
Nov 16, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #320016499

$160,000—
Oct 28, 2011

Pending

MFRMLS #G4677704

—
Oct 28, 2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4677704

$199,900—
Oct 27, 2011

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #G4673845

$209,000—
Jun 23, 2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4673845

$209,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/14/2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #P4937845

$657,400
12/10/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #P4937255

—
12/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #P4937255

$675,000
12/31/2016

Sold

MFRMLS #G4822458

$178,500
12/29/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #586161385

$178,500

+2.2% / yr

12/07/2016

Pending

MFRMLS #G4822458

—
01/21/2016

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4822458

$225,000
11/18/2011

Sold

MFRMLS #G4677704

$160,000
11/16/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #320016499

$160,000
10/28/2011

Pending

MFRMLS #G4677704

—
10/28/2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4677704

$199,900
10/27/2011

Withdrawn

MFRMLS #G4673845

$209,000
06/23/2011

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #G4673845

$209,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1245 Alexander Street

Taxable ValueLand$124,906Additions$261,646Total$386,552
Tax Record2024$6,618 ($551 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,696 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,696 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927Year Renovated2010CountyLAKEAPN30-19-27-0800-000-00400Fireplace TypeSingle

Schools near 1245 Alexander Street

This home is within Lake County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Triangle Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Mt. Dora Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mt. Dora High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pinecrest Academy Four Corners
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Triangle Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Mt. Dora Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mt. Dora High School
Public9 to 12

Pinecrest Academy Four Corners
CharterK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1245 Alexander Street, Mount Dora, FL 32757

1245 Alexander Street is a single family home for sale in Mount Dora, FL 32757. This property was listed for sale on February 14, 2026 by CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY, it's currently listed at $657,400. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on December 31, 2016. This listing's school district is Lake County Schools. Nearby schools include Triangle Elementary School, Mt. Dora Middle School and Mt. Dora High School. 1245 Alexander Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,696 sqft single family home built in 1927.

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