$230,000
SOLD MAY 5, 2025

2980 E Central Ave Bartow, FL 33830

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,020 Sq Ft
0.78 Acres

Recently Sold

$225 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 115 Feet of Lake Waterfront
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Marble Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled on the tranquil shores of Lake Star, this exquisitely renovated residence at 2980 E Central Ave in Bartow, Florida, offers a harmonious blend of modern luxury and serene lakefront living. As you approach the property, the new metal roof gleams under the Florida sun, while all-new windows and doors invite natural light to dance across the interiors. Step inside to discover luxury vinyl flooring that seamlessly spans the home, complemented by marble tile in the master bathroom, exuding elegance at every turn.

The heart of the home, the updated kitchen, boasts stainless steel appliances, a charming brick backsplash, and a farm-style apron sink, making it a culinary enthusiast's dream. The living area, adorned with French doors, opens gracefully to a fenced backyard, providing a perfect setting for both relaxation and entertaining.

Retreat to the master suite, where sliding glass doors frame picturesque lake views, creating a private sanctuary. The en-suite bathroom, accessible through a chic barn-style door, features a fully tiled walk-in shower and a stunning clawfoot soaking tub, offering a spa-like experience within the comfort of home.

Situated on a generous lot, this property provides ample space to accommodate boats, jet skis, or RVs, catering to all your recreational desires. Embrace the opportunity to own this meticulously upgraded home in a prime lakefront location, where every detail has been thoughtfully curated to enhance your living experience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jared Lippelgoos

COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE Brokerage Phone: 407-647-1211 License #3381753 Listed on: 02/26/2025

COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Ann Marie Vaughan

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP License #3021676

RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,454

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.78 Acre Lot
  • 115 Feet of Lake Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Dirt Road
  • West Facing Home

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Block Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,020 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • French Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Lake Views
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Wood Cabinet

Flooring

  • Marble
  • Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Star Lake Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,454

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1020
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.78
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Building Area Total: 1020
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 33820
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Direction: E
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 94.76
  • Escrow City: Lakeland
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: E. Pine St
  • Minimum Lease: No Minimum
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 225.49
  • Total Acreage: 1/2 to less than 1
  • Water Access YN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 407-647-1211
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Marble, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Levels: One
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Living Area Meters: 94.76

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Storage
  • Roof: Metal
  • Pool Private: No
  • Water Body Name: STAR LAKE
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water View: Lake
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 115
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0540G
  • Water Frontage Feet Lake: 115

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 26-30-16-693500-009160
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2454
  • Tax Block: 9
  • Tax Book Number: 9-43
  • Tax Lot: 16

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front

Matterport 3D Tour

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Simpson Samantha Rylee and Travis Alan
Bought by
Bruno Killian Greg
Seller's Agent
Jared Lippelgoos
COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL RE
Buyer's Agent
Ann Marie Vaughan
RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-8%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
$228,041

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,959
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.37%
Original Mortgage
$218,500
Outstanding Balance
$217,726
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,315

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2020
Closed on
Jul 6, 2020
Sold by
Mauel Nicholas E and Nicholas E Mauel Living Trust
Bought by
Smith Samantha Rylee and Smith Samuel K
Seller's Agent
Bill Kilpatrick
KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA CENTRAL
Buyer's Agent
Joe Knapp
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-7.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.46%
Original Mortgage
$122,735
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1998
Sold by
Jackson Jay A and Jackson Volania L
Bought by
Mauel Nicholas E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1996
Sold by
Bernard J Johnson Tr
Bought by
Jackson Jay A and Jackson Volania L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$32,000
Interest Rate
8.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $230,000 Smart Title
Warranty Deed $230,000 Smart Title
Warranty Deed $125,000 Ridge Security Title Inc
Warranty Deed $43,800 --
Warranty Deed $40,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $218,500 New Conventional
Closed $218,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $122,735 FHA
Previous Owner $35,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $32,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Sold $230,000 -8.0% $225 / Sq Ft
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $250,000 0.0% $245 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2025 02/26/25 For Sale $250,000 +100.0% $245 / Sq Ft
07/06/2020 07/06/20 Sold $125,000 -7.4% $129 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/14/2020 05/14/20 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2020 04/22/20 For Sale $135,000 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,454 $143,578 -- --
2024 $2,240 $130,525 -- --
2023 $2,240 $118,659 $0 $0
2022 $1,988 $107,872 $0 $0
2021 $1,820 $98,065 $47,587 $50,478
2020 $1,557 $95,280 $45,126 $50,154
2019 $1,459 $86,552 $45,126 $41,426
2018 $1,383 $83,259 $42,665 $40,594
2017 $1,292 $51,596 $0 $0
2016 $1,042 $46,905 $0 $0
2015 $694 $45,770 $0 $0
2014 $936 $43,025 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: O6283831

Stellar MLS

APN: 26-30-16-693500-009160