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Property Description
Live, entertain, and even experience the Lake Eola Fireworks from your front porch in an Orlando landmark home in the heart of Thornton Park. Lovingly restored, and thoroughly insta worthy, this iconic home marries the best of Historic Orlando with modern luxury and 21st Century comfort and high-end finishes. The new custom chef's kitchen offers an open floor plan with family room and easy access to the dining room and office. It features Bosch stainless steel appliances, lighting by RH and Aerin, plumbing fixtures and pot filler by California Faucets in a burnished nickel, living finish. The countertops and bar backsplash are natural, one of a kind, Quartzite, and the dry bar includes a wine / beverage fridge. All of the cabinets are custom, solid wood, and most feature pull out drawers. The center island includes storage on all 4 sides. Comfort and elegance flow seamlessly whether out to the deck and patio off the kitchen or to the screened in porch off the dining room. The main suite is color drenched in calm with space to sit and relax. The attached bath with dual vanities, Toto washlet, Kohler fixtures, walk-in shower, original clawfoot tub, and closet are spacious, well appointed, and beautifully lit with double pane windows throughout (as well as in the entire home). The home offers a full height attic, as well as a basement, off street parking, 2nd floor laundry, A/V closet off Family Room, updated plumbing and electrical, 2 zone HVAC, NEW ROOF 2020, and an irrigation system. Catch some shade on the front porch swing under the haint ceiling before stepping inside on the original heart pine solid hardwood floors that run throughout the home. The living spaces have been thoughtfully updated to pay homage to the home's history and offer a luxury experience, whether entertaining or relaxing. The home is appointed with custom blinds and draperies throughout and has been outfitted with solid 6 panel doors, and a custom wool runner up the staircase and down the 2nd floor hall which work collectively to make the home a peaceful environment. The woodwork throughout boasts 9" baseboards, crown molding, and 3 pairs of French doors. The bedrooms are gracious and offer good closet space. The treasure on the second floor is a screened in sleeping porch complete with a swing bed which will rock you to sleep amongst the treetops of Thornton Park, or practice your yoga while the music of the century old oaks quiets your mind. This is a wonderful home for entertaining as it offers open space, multiple porches and conversation areas, a private fenced-in patio with a peaceful garden of native plants; jasmine, an olive tree, and a serene fountain. Nestled in the heart of Thornton Park and adjacent to Downtown, 117 N Thornton Park sits amongst the redbrick streets and Orlando's famous shady century old oaks. The home is located just .5 Miles from Lake Eola Park and Thornton Parks nearby trendy cafes and shops, as well as downtown Orlando's vibrant arts and dining scene. The Thornton Park neighborhood is a welcoming community with annual celebrations and festivities for all.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 117 N Thornton Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,037,000
- Taxes: $5,636 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: O6297856
- Added to Site: 267 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 7 Months
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 15
- Interior Features: Attic Ventilator, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Other, Range, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System, Water Purifier, Wine Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Negotiable
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Other, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Other, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Sc
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, Open, Other, Parking Pad
Location
- Area: 32801 - Orlando
- County: Orange
- Development Name: 32801 - Orlando
- Subdivision: THORNTON PARK ADD
- Driving Directions: From Conway Road via FL-15N. Head south on Conway Rd toward Farrell Ln, Turn right onto Old Dominion Rd, Make a U-turn, Merge onto FL-15 N/Conway Rd, take FL-408 W, Take exit 11B toward Mills Ave, Use the right lane to merge onto E South St, take S Brown Ave to N Thornton Ave, Turn right onto Thornton Ave, turn right onto E Jackson St, Merge onto S Brown Ave, Turn left onto E Robinson St, Turn left onto N Thornton Ave, Destination will be on the left.
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: Lake Como Elem
- Middle School: Howard Middle
- High School: Edgewater High
Community
- Community Name: 32801 - Orlando
- Community Features: Lake, Park
- Number of Pets: 6
- Pet Restrictions: As per the City of Orlando ordinances., / 200lbs.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Zoned
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: EOLA AND LAWSONA
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Street Lights, Water Av
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Craftsman, Historical
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Historical
- Builder: James Thornton
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Other, Partial, Unfinished
- Roof: Other, Shingle
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Insulated Windows, Rods, Shades, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 2,236
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 2,236 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Other, Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,053
- Lot Size: 7053
- Lot Dimensions: 103 x 69 x 68 x 104
- Frontage: Street Brick, Street One Way
- Street/Road Desc.: Brick, Other
- Fencing (Description): Board, Fenced, Masonry, Other, Wood
Water Features
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Lake
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water Front Name: EOLA AND LAWSONA
- Water Front Desc.: Lake
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Exposure/Shade, Insulation, Windows
- Indoor Air Quality: No/Low VOC Paint/Finish, Ventilation
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,636.41
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: THORNTON PARK E/24 LOT 10 BLK B
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 252229864002100
- Property ID: 252229864002100
- Block/Lot/Section: B
Listed by Bear Team Real Estate
Sold by Charles Rutenberg Realty Orlando
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Schools
Schools serving 117 N Thornton Ave
School District:Orange County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lake Como Elementary School 2450 East Gore Street, Orlando, FL 32806 | PK-8 | 1.3 mi |
Edgewater High School 3100 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL 32804 | 9-12 | 3.1 mi |
Winter Park High School 2100 Summerfield Road, Winter Park, FL 32792 | 9-12 | 3.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 117 N Thornton Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/19/2025
Sold
$1,037,000
-5.56%
MLS
7/21/2025
Price Reduced
$1,098,000
-1.88%
MLS
6/24/2025
Price Reduced
$1,119,000
-4.35%
MLS
5/28/2025
Price Reduced
$1,169,900
-2.51%
MLS
4/25/2025
Listed
$1,200,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
117 N Thornton Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 (MLS# O6297856) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,037,000 on September 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 117 N Thornton Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Orlando? You can browse all Orlando real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

