West Bartow
Various property sizes in West Bartow
Diverse home styles can be found in West Bartow, but three-bedroom ranch-style houses are most common and sell in the $300,000 to $500,000 range. Contemporary-style and large Victorian homes are thrown into the architectural mix as well, often starting around $600,000. Residential streets are typically lined by well-kept lawns, palms and other trees overlayed with Spanish moss. Sidewalks are sparse, and roads tend to be relatively narrow. Bartow is on the verge of residential growth. “Surrounding land has been owned by several families whose younger members are planning to sell,” Condello says. With this newly available land, more properties are being built.
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Local events on Main Street and architectural draws
The most popular events in West Bartow happen on Main Street, such as weekly farmers markets, a Sparkling Wine Stroll through historic downtown and antique markets. The Polk County History Center and Genealogical Library displays artifacts from the area. The museum also hosts events, such as the Festival of Wreaths, which presents a silent auction, selfies with Santa and architectural tours in the museum. A beloved event also includes the Bartow Adult Concert Band’s free concert to over 500 locals. One of West Bartow’s most famous landmarks is the Wonder House. The 18-room property is an architectural marvel from the 1920s, as it has never needed air conditioning under the hot Florida sun because of its installed aqueducts. The Wonder House was built by an architect and poet who was told he had one year left to live, so he moved his family to West Bartow and built his dream home. Visitors come to the house to see its unique elements, such as ponds, elaborate porches, bridges and rooms with four doors each. The eight-bedroom, eight-bathroom historical Victorian home from the 1991 film, My Girl can be found in the neighborhood as well.
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West Bartow facilities, activities and advancements
The waterside Mary Holland Park and Summerlin Park collectively offer playgrounds, fishing spots, walking trails with exercise equipment, a dog park and green space. Scientific studies and advancements are also happening in West Bartow. Assure Infusions is building a production plant to safely mass produce IV bags with robot technology: an important measure after the commodity took a hit during the pandemic. The Florida Industrial and Phosphate Research Institute lab is researching how the mining of rare earth could allow the US to extract its own materials to make technology, such as iPhones, domestically.Numerous Polk County schools
Polk County Public Schools serves children in West Bartow with over 150 schools across all divisions. Primary school kids can attend Bartow Elementary Academy (BEA), which scores a B on Niche and has STEM programs. Sixth through eighth graders can then study at Bartow Middle School, rated C. Bartow Senior High School gets a B-plus and offers unique athletic opportunities, such as men and women’s weightlifting teams, golf and cheerleading. Bartow High also has International Baccalaureate programs and the military structured Summerlin Academy.
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Small and large businesses in West Bartow
Off US Highway 98, residents have access to a Walmart Supercenter nearby along with an Aldi, Lowe’s, Ace Hardware, Walgreens, Publix and casual dining options. Main Street offers sit-down options such as Unfiltered Bartow and Hacienda Mexico. Local shops populate the street as well, including This N That antique store.
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Convenience around Polk County and commute to big cities
Proximity to major routes, such as US Route 17, US Route 98 and State Road 60 allows residents to commute to surrounding cities and throughout the county. The Citrus Connection is the neighborhood public transit provided by the Lakeland Area Mass Transit Direct. The Bartow Executive Airport is about 8 miles from the area, primarily servicing private flights, a flight school, and it houses a restaurant.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Skyler Warden
Skyler Warden
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(813) 590-5970
97 Total Sales
1 in West Bartow
$292,000 Price
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Vincent Cordaro
Vincent Cordaro
KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE PARTNERS III REALTY
(631) 305-3066
28 Total Sales
1 in West Bartow
$250,000 Price
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Brad Martin
Brad Martin
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY
(863) 656-0749
104 Total Sales
1 in West Bartow
$622,500 Price
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Mary Kay Cook
Mary Kay Cook
STRAIGHT UP REALTY & PM LLC
(863) 400-3301
88 Total Sales
1 in West Bartow
$168,000 Price
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Holland McKnight
Holland McKnight
RE/MAX HOMETOWN
(813) 729-8092
59 Total Sales
1 in West Bartow
$195,000 Price
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Amy Reynolds
Amy Reynolds
LOCKHART & ASSOCIATES INC
(863) 656-3140
80 Total Sales
1 in West Bartow
$175,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Mosaic Park & City of Bartow Civic Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Pool
- Soccer
Mary Holland Park
- Dog Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Nye Jordan Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Summerlin Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Fort Blount Park
Bartow Dog Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Bartow | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Bartow Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Bartow, Bartow sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Bartow, Bartow over the last 12 months is $299,000, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$299,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$415,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$464
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
825
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,156
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
5,880
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,939
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,708
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,423
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,346
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.6%
Advanced Degrees
15.6%
% Population in Labor Force
61.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
51°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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