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Property Description
Come see this stunning 4 bedroom 3 bathroom 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, 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 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, 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 705 E Church St
General
- Price: $595,000
- Taxes: $4,266 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: L4959897
- Updated: Today (3/4/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Lighting, Sidewalk
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 2
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 3
Location
- Area: 33830 - Bartow
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33830 - Bartow
- Subdivision: LYTLES 2ND ADD
- Driving Directions: Heading south on Bartow HWY, turn left on Chruch St, The destination will be on your right.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Spessard L. Holland Elementary
- Middle School: Bartow Middle
- High School: Bartow High
Community
- Community Name: 33830 - Bartow
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 3,124
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1898
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,754
- Lot Size: 14754
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,266
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LYTLES 2ND ADD DB J PG 345 BLK 1 LOTS 8 TO 11 & 12 TO 15 LESS S 75 FT
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 253005371000001080
- Property ID: 253005371000001080
- Block/Lot/Section: 1
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Schools
Schools serving 705 E Church St
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James E. Stephens Elementary School 1350 North Maple Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830 | PK-5 | 1.4 mi |
Bartow Middle School 550 East Clower Street, Bartow, FL 33830 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Bartow Senior High School 1270 South Broadway Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830 | 9-12 | 1 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 705 E Church St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/04/2026
Listed
$595,000
147.92%
MLS
7/31/2017
Sold
$240,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 705 E Church St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,903
-9%
$257,500
3%
2024
$4,266
5%
$250,243
3%
2023
$4,077
21%
$242,954
6%
2021
$3,374
-5%
$229,008
-3%
2022
$3,570
6%
$235,878
4%
2021
$3,374
8%
$225,846
2%
2019
$3,137
23%
$220,768
2%
2017
$2,559
—
$216,652
24%
2017
$2,559
4%
$174,339
3%
2016
$2,469
4%
$169,200
68%
2015
$2,377
20%
$100,704
10%
2014
$1,987
16%
$91,549
10%
2013
$1,719
—
$83,226
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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705 E Church Street, Bartow, FL 33830 (MLS# L4959897) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 705 E Church Street is currently listed for $595,000 and was received on March 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 705 E Church Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bartow? You can browse all Bartow real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

