9 Beautiful Historic Homes in Mount Dora’s Historic District
There’s something special about walking the tree-lined streets of Mount Dora’s Historic District, where an occasional Red Hawk is seen nearby. The homes you see hold stories from years gone by. Imagine the stories.
From the late 1800s through the 1920s, skilled builders created houses full of character, craftsmanship, and quiet charm that modern construction rarely matches.
Below I’ve highlighted nine historic homes that still stand proudly in all their glory in the downtown historic district of Mount Dora. Each one offers a glimpse into the architectural styles that helped shape this lakeside town.
Here's the selection of a few historic homes in Mount Dora
The Wardell-Wilmot House – circa 1912
Craftsman’s style bungalow
3321 W. 9th Avenue, Mount Dora, Florida
This classic Craftsman bungalow features the low-pitched roof, wide front porch, and solid detailing that defined early 20th-century residential architecture. Its warm presence and historic plaque make it a standout on West 9th Avenue.
Bellissimo Castello House – circa 1925
Mediterranean Revival style
229 E. 6th Avenue, Mount Dora, Florida
White stucco walls, red tile roof, and arched details give this Mediterranean Revival home a romantic, almost European feel — a style that became popular in Florida during the 1920s boom.
The Farrar House – circa 1884
Bungalow Style
714 N Tremain Street, Mount Dora, Florida
One of the oldest homes on this list, the Farrar House dates back to 1884. Its bright red roof and simple, elegant form have watched Mount Dora grow for more than 140 years. Imagine its stories!
Fish-Dickson House – circa 1917
Frame Vernacular with Bungalow Shingle influences.
1027 McDonald Street, Mount Dora, Florida
A lovely blend of vernacular design and bungalow elements, this home sits among mature palms and shows the practical yet graceful building style popular in Mount Dora during the 1910s.
The Fletcher Crane House – circa 1914
Frame Vernacular style
933 Alexander Street, Mount Dora, Florida
This spacious blue frame house features a wide front porch and classic early-20th-century proportions. Frame Vernacular homes like this one were practical, well-built, and designed for Florida living.
Hoxie-Wilmot House – circa 1917
Bungalow style
1021 McDonald Street, Mount Dora, Florida
A welcoming one-story bungalow with a metal roof, deep front porch, and classic proportions. Homes like this one helped define the friendly, livable character of Mount Dora’s early neighborhoods.
The J.J. West House – circa 1923
Craftsman Bungalow
647 Grandview Street, Mount Dora, Florida
This charming Craftsman bungalow features a steep front gable, blue door, and classic early-1920s detailing. It sits quietly on Grandview Street as a perfect example of the style.
The Patterson Hague House – circa 1916
Craftsman style
610 Tremain Street, Mount Dora, Florida
This two-story brick Craftsman home has a strong, grounded presence. Its clean lines, dark shutters, and substantial form reflect the solid craftsmanship of the era.
Eckholdt House – circa 1917
Salt Box house
132 W 9th Avenue, Mount Dora, Florida
A rare Salt Box style in Mount Dora, this light blue home has the distinctive long rear roof slope that gives the style its name. Surrounded by a white picket fence, it feels timeless.
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About the Author,
Lynn Pineda
“With over 20 years of Real Estate experience, Lynn Pineda truly appreciates the beauty in historical homes and here she shares 9 Beautiful Historic Homes in Mount Dora’s Historic District.