Located in central Bartow, Gordon Heights has "a small town feel and a modern touch," says Jordan Prais, a local real estate agent of 8 years with 54 REALTY. Considered the historical capital of Polk County and home to Bartow's courthouse, city hall and other municipal buildings, this suburban neighborhood also provides access to nine public and private school options, main roads, family-friendly events and historically rich parks. According to Prais, developments in the community, affordable homes and its proximity to Tampa and Orlando have made this area desirable and cause people looking to move from adjacent cities to find homes in Gordon Heights.
Gordon Heights
Ranch, farmhouse and southern colonial style homes
This neighborhood offers a variety of home styles, with the most common being ranch-style houses. Often sitting on a little less than a quarter acre of land, these homes range from $100,000 for a 2-bedroom fixer-upper to $500,000 for a remodeled 5-bedroom. Along older roads, like East Church Street, southern colonial-style homes are pushed back from the road, hiding behind tall, established palm trees and oak trees draped in Spanish moss. These historic homes sell for upwards of $600,000. Ranch-style farmhouses that cost upwards of $700,000 sit in pockets of this neighborhood and offer residents more space and privacy with larger lots.
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Ease of access to Bartow County schools
Along with lower home prices and its proximity to Tampa and Orlando, Prais says that many families choose Gordon Heights because of its access to schools. Elementary students attend James E. Stevens Academy, which has an 11:1 student-teacher ratio and a C- Niche rating. Bartow Middle School has a C rating from Niche, and offers several after-school activities, like Young Men of the Future and Ladies Leaving Legacies. Bartow Senior High School, which has a B rating from Niche and offers IB and international exchange student programs. The schools nationally certified academies help prepare students for prospective career paths in field including nursing, criminal justice and design.
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Three major highways
Three significant highways intersect this neighborhood: Highway 60, US-98, and US-17. Access to these roads allow residents to travel to adjacent cities with ease. Although there are jobs in the area, including a Flanders-PrecisionAire factory, the neighborhood’s access to highways put Tampa and Orlando an hour's drive from Gordon Heights, making commutes to work possible. Buses provided by Polk County's Citrus Connection move commuters through Bartow, although the neighborhood is car dependent.
Chalk Walk and Tow Jam
Every 3rd Friday, Gordon Heights residents attend Bartow's Friday Fest, hosted by the non-profit organization Main Street Bartow INC. Affectionately known as "Tow Jam" by locals, this event includes music, drinks, barbecue, vendors and entertainment. Main Street Bartow INC. plans several other community events, like the annual Bartow Chalk Walk, while also working to improve Bartow by reviving downtown with art, promoting local businesses, and economically strengthening community assets.
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Where locals shop
While Gordon Heights has standard chain restaurants, local favorites include Boney Mac's Barbecue, Lew's BBQ Potion, and The Original Mike's Grill. Whether residents are craving tacos, seafood, pizza, or traditional American cuisine, they can find what they need right at home. Publix, Aldi and Walmart are conveniently located at the heart of the neighborhood. At Bartow Shopping Center, residents can shop at Harbor Freight, Amscot, Save-A-Lot and other retail stores.
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Parks for playing or learning
A cornerstone in Gordon Heights is the Polk Street Community Center and Playground, which includes baseball fields for Little League games and a banquet facility. Mary Holland Park is where residents spend time playing soccer, enjoy picnics by the ponds and walk their dogs. Just a few miles away, Fort Blount Park is decorated with pillars that tell the story of the 1851 settlement of Bartow, sitting across from the Polk County History Center & Genealogical Library. The park is also where the annual Chalk Walk is held.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Scott Nivens
Scott Nivens
EXIT KING REALTY
(941) 242-7826
75 Total Sales
1 in Gordon Heights
$41,000 Price
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Kimberly Gay
Kimberly Gay
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(863) 500-8454
79 Total Sales
1 in Gordon Heights
$265,000 Price
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Cyleste Goodson
Cyleste Goodson
Responds QuicklyFLORIDA REAL ESTATE COMPANY
(863) 250-3606
164 Total Sales
3 in Gordon Heights
$185K - $295K Price Range
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Jason Price
Jason Price
ROBERT SLACK LLC
(561) 931-6971
20 Total Sales
1 in Gordon Heights
$180,000 Price
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Stephen Novak
Stephen Novak
Responds QuicklyLIVE FLORIDA REALTY
(863) 267-9310
82 Total Sales
2 in Gordon Heights
$152K - $255K Price Range
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Viktoria Strudwick
Viktoria Strudwick
LIVE FLORIDA REALTY
(863) 208-5854
21 Total Sales
1 in Gordon Heights
$222,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mary Holland Park
- Dog Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Richland Manor Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
MLK Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Polk Street Community Center and Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Fort Blount Park
Bartow Peace River Landing
Gordon Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gordon Heights, Bartow sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Gordon Heights, Bartow over the last 12 months is $504,900, up 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$504,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$504,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$505,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
42%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,244
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,699
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,457
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
960
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,397 - $1,769 per month
- Fountain Place Apartments
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 750+ Sq Ft
- 1350 N Wilson Ave
- Bartow, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,722
Median Age
35
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,612
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,634
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.1%
College Graduates
16.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
51°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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