MUST SEE!! PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!**Historic DW Stanley Home – Restored and Move-In Ready!**
Discover the charm of this beautifully restored historic DW Stanley home, perfectly situated on an oversized corner lot just a short walk from downtown Bartow, known as the “City of Oaks and Azeleas.” This stunning property offers a blend of classic elegance and modern amenities, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a unique living experience.
**Property Features:
**Elegant Design**: Enjoy the timeless beauty of original hardwood floors, voluminous ceilings, and period millwork, featuring wide crown and baseboard moldings throughout the home.
- **Fireplaces**: Cozy up by one of the two charming fireplaces, adding warmth and character to your living spaces.
- **Modern Upgrades**:
- Freshly painted exterior and interior (completed in 2025).
- A new metal roof was installed in 2025 for durability and energy efficiency.
- A new central HVAC system (zoned) was installed in 2015, with a complete replacement of the upstairs air conditioner and a "whole house" HEMP air filter installed in September 2024.
- **Bright Kitchen**: The light-filled kitchen features granite countertops and all-new (installed in 2024) WiFi-enabled stainless steel appliances, including a steam-clean smooth top convection range, a dishwasher, a microwave oven (with air fryer), and a refrigerator (2015).
- New Garbage Disposal installed in 2024.
- **Spacious Owner's Suite**: Includes an attached office and an expanded walk-in closet with built-ins for ample storage.
- **Versatile Spaces**:
- Nursery/Craft Room/2nd Office off the second bedroom upstairs.
- Two bedrooms downstairs with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom.
- Fourth bedroom currently used as a living room.
- All full bathrooms are equipped with claw-foot bathtubs
- **Utility and Mud Room**: Convenient inside utility space and a separate mudroom for added functionality.
- **Detached 2-Car Garage**: Includes a 700 sq ft apartment with a kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or rental income, along with a
separate storage/workshop area.
- **Parking**: Newly installed driveway providing up to six parking spaces and a new sidewalk leading from the street to the front door
(completed February 2023).
***Location Highlights:
- Just two blocks from historic Main Street, lined with shops, antique stores, restaurants, candy stores, and bakeries.
- Within a short distance of four parks offering playgrounds, fishing, art displays, and more.
- Enjoy monthly Friday Fest events on Main Street featuring live bands, street vendors, food trucks, and community fun.
- Participate in biannual Wine Walks on Main Street.
- Proximity to all schools (elementary, middle, high school, and a private school), with Bartow High School recognized nationally for its
International Baccalaureate (IB) program.
- Only two blocks from the historic courthouse, now a museum, and four blocks from police and fire stations.
***A Piece of History:
Built in 1910 by D.W. Stanley, a successful merchant in Bartow's early days, this home is not just a residence; it’s a piece of local history waiting for you to make it your own.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a piece of Bartow’s heritage! Contact us today for more information or to schedule a private showing. Your dream home awaits!
Date | Event | Price | $/Sqft | Source |
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Price Changed | $520,000 -0.95% | $143 | EXP Realty LLC | |
Listed For Sale | $525,000 | $144 | EXP Realty LLC |
Year | Annual Amount | Description |
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2024 | $4,641 |
Elementary School Bartow Elementary Academy | 0.1 miles away | KG - 05 | |
High School High School Ddd | 0.5 miles away | 00 - 00 | |
Middle School Middle School Bb | 0.5 miles away | 00 - 00 |