Great price and location! Walking distance to downtown Bartow! One story, Historic home in downtown Bartow built 1900. This lovely home has 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, dining room, eat in kitchen and a study or exercise room. Features in most rooms original hardwood floors and the other flooring is tile or laminate. Modernized for today's convenience. Fenced yard with mature landscaping and a charming small front porch. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home boasts a spacious 1,738 square feet of living space on a quarter-acre lot. Step inside to find a cozy living room with a fireplace, perfect for those chilly winter nights. The kitchen has been updated with newer appliances and Formica countertops, making meal prep a breeze. The two bathrooms have been updated. The master bedroom features a stunning 12-foot ceiling and plenty of natural light, creating a peaceful retreat after a long day. Outside, the fenced yard offers privacy and security for pets and family to play or just enjoy being outdoors. There is a detached garage, room for your RV, boat or extra toys! The historic charm of this home is complemented by modern amenities, creating the perfect blend of old-world elegance and contemporary comfort. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Bartow's history in this beautiful property. Please make an appointment to see this lovely home today!
Sold for $295,000
$295,000
540 E Lemon St, Bartow, FL 33830
3beds
1,738sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
10,851 Square Feet Lot
$281,800 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$2,078 Estimated rent
Home value
$281,800
Estimated sales range
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Fenced yardNewer appliancesSmall front porchFenced yard offers privacyOriginal hardwood floorsNatural lightFormica countertops
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Listing Provided by:
Carla Meeks 863-604-9287,
MEEKS REAL ESTATE LLC 863-604-9287
Bought with:
Jennifer Alvarez, 3571461
LPT REALTY, LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: L4945275
Originating MLS: Lakeland
Originating MLS: Lakeland
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom 1
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x8
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x9
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x4
Den
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x19
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x7
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x7
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x13
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,738
- Total interior livable area: 1,738 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 30x18
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 10,851 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 253008415000003032
- Zoning: R-3
- 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: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Public, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bartow
- Subdivision: VARN W R ADD
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2025 | Sold | $295,000-1.3%$170/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #L4945275 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2025 | Pending sale | $299,000$172/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #L4945275 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$172/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #L4945275 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2024 | Price change | $315,000-4.5%$181/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #L4945275 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $330,000+126%$190/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #L4945275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2019 | Sold | $146,000-13.6%$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2018 | Listing removed | $169,000$97/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #L4900616 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2018 | Price change | $169,000-4.8%$97/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #L4900616 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2018 | Price change | $177,500-4%$102/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #L4900616 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $184,900+395.9%$106/sqft |
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #L4900616 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2012 | Sold | $37,285-42.6%$21/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $65,000$37/sqft |
Source: MIDFLORIDA Real Estate Sales, LLC #L4636390 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,867 +5.6% | $209,910 +10% |
| 2024 | $3,663 +7.2% | $190,827 +10% |
| 2023 | $3,416 +19.6% | $173,479 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,856 +16.9% | $157,708 +10% |
| 2021 | $2,442 +15.8% | $143,371 +10% |
| 2020 | $2,110 +13.6% | $130,337 +27.1% |
| 2019 | $1,858 -5.3% | $102,527 -14.4% |
| 2018 | $1,962 +4.6% | $119,808 +41.4% |
| 2017 | $1,876 +32% | $84,733 +10% |
| 2016 | $1,421 +9.7% | $77,030 +10% |
| 2015 | $1,296 +6.3% | $70,027 +10% |
| 2014 | $1,219 +2.6% | $63,661 +0.7% |
| 2013 | $1,188 +142.5% | $63,202 +19.7% |
| 2012 | $490 -7.6% | $52,801 -8% |
| 2011 | $530 -21.8% | $57,380 -21.9% |
| 2010 | $678 -9.7% | $73,469 -5.7% |
| 2009 | $751 +4.1% | $77,899 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $721 | $77,821 |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | $1,041 | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | $897 -20.8% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,132 +0.5% | $56,150 |
| 2002 | $1,127 +18.9% | $56,150 +18.9% |
| 2001 | $948 | $47,220 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 33830
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Floral Avenue Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Bartow Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Bartow Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Boone Middle
- High: Bartow High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Polk County
- Bartow
- 33830
- 540 E Lemon St
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