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    • Price cut: $15K (7/8)
    $560,000

    705 E Church St, Bartow, FL 33830

    4beds
    3,124sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1898
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $548,400 Zestimate®
    $179/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Rebuilt detached garageDouble gateLarge guest bedroomsSun roomDeep farmhouse sinkWood privacy fenceGas range
    Come see this stunning 4 bedroom 3 bathroom Folk Victorian home located in the heart of Bartow’s historic district. This 1898 home is one of the oldest houses in Bartow boasting 3,124 sqft of living area, decorative gable trim, clapboard siding, 11ft high ceilings, crown molding, hardwood floors, built in bookshelves, exposed wood ceiling beams in living room, sun room, formal dining room, wood molding staircase, oak floors downstairs, pine floors upstairs, updated upstairs bathroom with glass shower doors, new A/C unit upstairs, large guest bedrooms, new ceiling fans, giant front porch, metal roof with new screws, new flat roof over carport, new carport floor paint, and a transferable termite bond. This home has large period windows offering tons of natural light and incredible views of the courtyard and other surrounding historic homes. The spacious kitchen has recently been updated to include the conveniences of modern life with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, brand new dishwasher, deep farmhouse sink, butlers pantry, and gas range. The ground floor master suite has a completely updated bathroom with walk in glass shower enclosure, walk in closet, shiplap walls, subway tiles, and dual sinks. The living room and family room areas are divided by double sided wood burning fireplaces. The sun room that overlooks the large sweeping front porch could easily be used as a fifth bedroom if needed. The home sits on a huge .34 acre corner lot in the middle of charming Bartow's Main Street District which offers restaurants, community events, and historic sites including the Polk County courthouse. Enjoy relaxing and entertaining outside with mature shady oaks, a large fire pit, brick patio, custom playhouse with climbing wall and swing-set, wood privacy fence, long driveway, double gate, rebuilt detached garage, new wood decking on front porch, workshop, and two car carport. The home is conveniently located to several shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants, parks, Polk State College, and the Polk Parkway for easy commutes to Tampa and Orlando.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cannon Kirby 863-398-0267,

    ROOST REALTY GROUP LLC 863-398-0267

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: L4959897MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Lakeland

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: First
      • Area: 255 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17x15
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 306 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17x18
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: No Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 255 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15x17
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Built-in Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 192 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x16
      Den
      • Level: First
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x11
      Dinette
      • Level: First
      • Area: 80 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8x10
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 255 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17x15
      Family room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 256 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16x16
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 230 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23x10
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 432 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 24x18
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
      • Doors: French Doors
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,177
      • Total interior livable area: 3,124 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Garage, Carport
      • Garage spaces: 1
      • Carport spaces: 2
      • Covered spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Exterior features: Lighting, Sidewalk
      • Fencing: Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 0.34 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 253005371000001080
      • Zoning: XX
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame
      • Foundation: Crawlspace
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1898

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Pet fee: $0 monthly
      • Subdivision: LYTLES 2ND ADD
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Bartow

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $179/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $395,422
      • Annual tax amount: $4,266
      • Date on market: 3/4/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 139 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $548,400

        $521,000 - $576,000

        $2,538/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/8/2026Price change$560,000-2.6%$179/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4959897 Report a problem
        5/21/2026Price change$575,000-1.7%$184/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4959897 Report a problem
        4/14/2026Price change$585,000-1.7%$187/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4959897 Report a problem
        3/4/2026Listed for sale$595,000-3.3%$190/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4959897 Report a problem
        12/13/2025Listing removed$615,000$197/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4956062 Report a problem
        11/10/2025Price change$615,000-1.6%$197/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4956062 Report a problem
        9/25/2025Listed for sale$625,000+160.4%$200/sqft
        Source: Stellar MLS #L4956062 Report a problem
        8/4/2017Sold$240,000-4%$77/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/25/2017Listed for sale$249,900-16.4%$80/sqft
        Source: BY DESIGN REAL ESTATE SERVICES #P4715270 Report a problem
        7/5/2014Listing removed$299,000$96/sqft
        Source: King Real Estate Services #B4584892 Report a problem
        10/11/2013Listed for sale$299,000-17.6%$96/sqft
        Source: King Real Estate Services #B4584892 Report a problem
        7/30/2007Sold$362,800+9.9%$116/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/9/2005Sold$330,000+398.5%$106/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/2/1997Sold$66,200-42.6%$21/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/15/1995Sold$115,350$37/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,903 +3.2%$257,500 +2.9%
        2024$3,783 +2.6%$250,243 +3%
        2023$3,687 +11.5%$242,954 +3%
        2022$3,306 +3.8%$235,878 +3%
        2021$3,186 +6.4%$229,008 +1.4%
        2020$2,995 -0.9%$225,846 +2.3%
        2019$3,021 -3.7%$220,768 +1.9%
        2018$3,137 -0.2%$216,652 +77.8%
        2017$3,143 +33.2%$121,851 +10%
        2016$2,359 +4%$110,774 +10%
        2015$2,268 +18.9%$100,704 +10%
        2014$1,907 +17.7%$91,549 +10%
        2013$1,621 +14.3%$83,226 +10%
        2012$1,418 -36.7%$75,660 -36.1%
        2011$2,240 -21.8%$118,332 -18.3%
        2010$2,866 -20%$144,755 -18.7%
        2009$3,583 -35.6%$178,078 -39%
        2008$5,562 $291,697
        2007-- --
        2006$4,301 --
        2005-- --
        2004$2,124 +5.6%--
        2003$2,012 +0.5%$99,820
        2002$2,003 +9.7%$99,820 +9.7%
        2001$1,826 $90,980
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 33830

        Getting around

        61 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        51 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Spessard L. Holland Elementary
        • Middle: Bartow 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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