10 December

Historic home on Indian River Drive listed for sale by Dale Sorensen Real Estate

Kathy Hainey, with Dale Sorensen Real Estate (DSRE) recently listed one of the area’s most historic homes for sale. The 2,400+ square foot home, located at 13805 N. Indian River Drive in Sebastian, includes four bedrooms, two full bathrooms and two half baths and is situated on 0.42 acres along the breathtaking Indian River Lagoon.

Originally built as a winter retreat for Judge Elliott Northcott, this home carries a storied past. In 1946, it became the beloved residence of Donald McDonald, an esteemed Indian River County Commissioner for whom the nearby Donald McDonald Park is named. Known affectionately as "The Donald McDonald House," the property’s rich history is beautifully preserved.

The original portion of the home is a rare architectural gem, featuring a square design and a central chimney—an uncommon feature in the area at the time. Over the years, the home has been thoughtfully enhanced, with an addition completed around 1990. The current owners, who purchased the property in 2019, have undertaken extensive renovations to seamlessly blend modern comforts with its historic charm.

Updates include a metal roof, impact windows, a luxurious remodeled kitchen, beautifully updated bathrooms, and refreshed bedrooms. The original hardwood floors have been lovingly refinished, and a new paver driveway and walkway to the river were added, thoughtfully incorporating salvaged bricks from the removed fireplace to honor the home’s legacy.

Additional unique features include an expansive front porch overlooking the lagoon and a large sunroom. The property offers river frontage with the option to build a private dock and includes access to a deeded community dock.

The property is listed for $1.1 million and is offered fully turnkey. To view this remarkable home, contact Kathy Hainey at her office at 772.492.5340; on her cell phone at 772.584.9674; by email khainey@sorensenrealestate.com; or by visiting her at her office located at 1013 US Highway 1 • Sebastian, FL 32958.

Contact Dale Sorensen Real Estate at 772.231.4712 or 772.723.9990. The firm has nine offices in Indian River, St. Lucie, and Brevard Counties. Visit them online at soresenrealestate.com.

Historic home on Indian River Drive listed for sale by Dale Sorensen Real Estate

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