12 N THORNTON AVENUE, ORLANDO, FL 32801
What's special
Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. **THORNTON PARK TREASURE** NEW PRICE + NEW ROOF | Now offered at $675,000, this historic Thornton Park treasure presents an incredible opportunity to own a piece of Orlando history with a BRAND-NEW ROOF to be installed prior to closing, an additional $15,000 Seller investment for the new owner! Built in 1929 and nestled in Orlando's Historic Thornton Park District, this beautifully restored bungalow blends authentic historic character with thoughtful modern improvements. Every effort has been made to preserve the home's original details, from restored rope-and-weight windows, original hardwood floors, and period-correct millwork. The property offers a total of 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, featuring a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath main house PLUS a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house (ADU). Complete with its own bedroom, full bathroom, kitchenette, and main laundry area, the ADU provides exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, a private home office, studio, or fitness space. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully refreshed, the home has undergone extensive maintenance and improvements while preserving its historic integrity. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind and include an electrical rewire with two new electrical panels (2021), tankless water heater (2022), a BRAND-NEW ROOF to be installed prior to closing, and a new washer and gas dryer (2024). Unwind on the front porch, entertain on the private backyard deck, and enjoy one of Orlando's most walkable neighborhoods. Just a short stroll to Lake Lawsona Park, Thornton Park's acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, Lake Eola, neighborhood parks, and Downtown Orlando, this one-of-a-kind historic home offers an exceptional lifestyle where history, craftsmanship, and modern convenience come together.
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Originating MLS: Orlando RegionalTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Dining Room
Flex Room
Bathroom
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
ADU Bedroom
Laundry Room
Patio
Outdoor 1
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Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: No Closet
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Florida room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,336
- Total interior livable area: 2,100 sqft
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Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Other, Sidewalk
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 5,155 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 252229864004070
- Zoning: R-2A/T/HP/
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: THORNTON PARK ADD
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Orlando
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $321/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $588,157
- Annual tax amount: $8,761
- Date on market: 7/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 103 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Price change | $675,000-3.4%$321/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #O6428171 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $699,000-3.6%$333/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #O6428171 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000+43%$345/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #O6428171 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2021 | Sold | $507,000+3.6%$241/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2021 | Pending sale | $489,500$233/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #O5939991 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $489,500+71.2%$233/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #O5939991 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2009 | Sold | $286,000+44.1%$136/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #O4912569 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2001 | Sold | $198,500$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,486 +3.6% | $503,889 +3% |
| 2023 | $8,188 +2.9% | $489,213 +3% |
| 2022 | $7,957 +115.9% | $474,964 +101.4% |
| 2021 | $3,686 +0.9% | $235,827 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $3,653 +1.2% | $232,571 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $3,609 +1.1% | $227,342 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $3,570 | $223,103 -16.8% |
| 2017 | $3,570 +1.5% | $268,194 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $3,518 +0.5% | $264,411 +2.9% |
| 2015 | $3,499 -1.4% | $256,843 +16% |
| 2014 | $3,549 +6.7% | $221,393 +6.6% |
| 2013 | $3,325 -1.2% | $207,729 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $3,366 +0.9% | $208,701 +1% |
| 2011 | $3,336 -5% | $206,547 -6.8% |
| 2010 | $3,514 | $221,592 -2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $227,682 -14% |
| 2008 | $4,865 -19% | $264,603 -22.8% |
| 2007 | $6,009 +98.9% | $342,758 +6.5% |
| 2006 | $3,021 +0.3% | $321,781 +42.4% |
| 2005 | $3,010 +5% | $226,031 +10.5% |
| 2004 | $2,866 +0.9% | $204,609 +5.2% |
| 2003 | $2,841 +2.8% | $194,450 +19.3% |
| 2002 | $2,763 +96.1% | $163,057 +14.3% |
| 2001 | $1,409 +1.4% | $142,704 +25.1% |
| 2000 | $1,389 | $114,067 |
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