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Property Description
Discover the Perfect Blend of Affordability, Space, and Income Potential! Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home PLUS a 1/1 Mother-In-Law Suite-a rare find that delivers unbeatable value in an ideal, peaceful neighborhood with NO HOA. Whether you're a first-time buyer searching for an affordable starter home or someone looking for added income potential, this property checks every box. Step inside to find spacious living areas, generously sized bedrooms, and an open kitchen layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The Mother-In-Law Suite offers incredible flexibility-rent it out to offset your mortgage, host extended family, or use it as a private workspace. With a NEW roof (just 3 years old), covered parking under the carport, and a half roundabout driveway, convenience and comfort come built in. Situated on a .23-acre corner lot, this home boasts great curb appeal, a fenced-in backyard, and a screened-in porch ideal for relaxing outdoors. Light TLC is needed, giving any do-it-yourself buyer the perfect opportunity to personalize and build instant equity. With inventory extremely limited at this price point, and properties with these features almost never hitting the market, this is one listing you don't want to wait on. Schedule your showing today before this opportunity is gone!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 970 Lila St
General
- Price: $299,990
- Taxes: $2,391 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4675086
- Updated: 1/6/2026
- Added to Site: 35 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Interior Features: Eating Space In Kitchen
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features: None
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- Area: 33830 - Bartow
- County: Polk
- Development Name: 33830 - Bartow
- Subdivision: LA HACIENDA
- Driving Directions: From downtown Bartow, head east on E Main St, turn right onto N Broadway Ave, continue onto Lyle Pkwy, turn left on Lila St. Property will be on your right.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Bartow Elem Academy
- Middle School: Bartow Middle
- High School: Bartow High
Community
- Community Name: 33830 - Bartow
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,765
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,801
- Lot Size: 9801
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 125
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,391.88
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: LA HACIENDA PB 39 PG 35 BLK A LOT 5
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 253017428600001050
- Property ID: 253017428600001050
- Block/Lot/Section: A
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Schools
Schools serving 970 Lila St
School District:Polk County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Floral Avenue Elementary School 1530 South Floral Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Bartow Middle School 550 East Clower Street, Bartow, FL 33830 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Bartow Senior High School 1270 South Broadway Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 970 Lila St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/06/2026
Price Reduced
$299,990
-9.09%
MLS
12/12/2025
Listed
$329,990
31.47%
MLS
1/15/2008
Sold
$251,000
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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 970 Lila St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,041
-15%
$160,287
3%
2024
$2,392
7%
$155,770
3%
2023
$2,239
-30%
$151,233
-16%
2021
$3,210
60%
$179,351
22%
2022
$2,005
-38%
$146,828
4%
2021
$3,210
92%
$140,583
4%
2017
$1,674
—
$134,860
2%
2017
$1,674
-3%
$132,086
-4%
2019
$1,717
-25%
$137,422
11%
2016
$2,288
1%
$123,540
6%
2015
$2,255
11%
$116,153
10%
2014
$2,039
10%
$105,594
13%
2013
$1,851
—
$93,280
—
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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970 Lila Street, Bartow, FL 33830 (MLS# A4675086) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 970 Lila Street is currently listed for $299,990 and was received on December 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 970 Lila 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.

