Seller's Agent in 2017
Brad Martin
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY
(863) 307-5074
1 in this area
108 Total Sales
705 E Church St Bartow, FL 33830
Estimated Value: $588,000 - $622,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,124
Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- The property is located in a historic district
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Corner Lot
- No HOA
About This Home
As of July 2017SOUTHERN CHARM IN HISTORICAL DISTRICT. Built in 1898 with 3124 sq. ft. of living area and 4 bedrooms and 3 bathes this home is one of the oldest in Bartow's historic district (est.1893). It boasts of all the ambiance of the era including tall ceilings, tons of molding, beautiful hardwood flooring, sweeping front porch, sun room and grand staircase. The exterior of the home has just been freshly painted and new awnings were also installed. The home also offers a detached garage or workshop and two car carport. The home has tons of windows offering incredible views of the courtyard and surrounding period homes. The spacious kitchen has inlayed molded ceiling work and all the conveniences of modern life. The home also offers a ground floor master bedroom (13x15) with attached bath and huge (14x15) formal dining room with attached butlers pantry. The ground floor living areas (2) are divided by double sided fireplaces and the main salon has an attached sun room and overlooks the large sweeping front porch. The home sits on over 1/3 acre among other period homes and in the middle of Bartow's famed Main Street District which offers walk ability to restaurants, community events and historic sites including the Polk County courthouse. Charming Bartow is the county seat of Polk County and is referred to as the "City of Oaks and Azaleas".
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY License #3260442 Listed on: 04/25/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,469
Year Built
- Built in 1898
Lot Details
- 0.34 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100.0x147.0
- North Facing Home
- Mature Landscaping
- Corner Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
Parking
- 2 Carport Spaces
Home Design
- Bi-Level Home
- Wood Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,124 Sq Ft Home
- High Ceiling
- Window Treatments
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- James E. Stephens Elementary School
- Bartow Middle School
- Bartow High School
Additional Features
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- The property is located in a historic district
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lytles 2Nd Add Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Legal Lot and Block 8 / 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 25-30-05-371000-001080
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2022
Sold by
Fergason Charles E
Bought by
Macdonald Brian D and Macdonald Ella K
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Outstanding Balance
$297,630
Interest Rate
4.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$312,530
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 25, 2017
Closed on
Jul 31, 2017
Sold by
Amore Gerard V D and Amore Katharina S D
Bought by
Macdonald Brian D and Macdonald Ella K
Seller's Agent
Brad Martin
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Cannon Kirby
ROOST REALTY GROUP LLC
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$240,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.96%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.72%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2007
Sold by
Grey Mark A
Bought by
Damore Gerard V and Damore Katharina S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 3, 2005
Sold by
Chaney Wendy and Chaney Gerald Earl
Bought by
Grey Mark A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,000
Interest Rate
5.84%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 1997
Sold by
Houvener Gerald G and Houvener Lola J
Bought by
Chaney Gerald E and Chaney Wendy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$55,000
Interest Rate
7.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 1995
Sold by
Muron Phillip K and Muron Melanie S
Bought by
Chaney Wendy and Chaney Gerald Earl
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macdonald Brian D | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Macdonald Brian D | $240,000 | Paramount Title | |
| Damore Gerard V | $362,800 | Landamerica Commonwealth | |
| Grey Mark A | $330,000 | Commonwealth Title | |
| Chaney Gerald E | $66,200 | -- | |
| Chaney Wendy | $115,350 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Macdonald Brian D | $315,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Macdonald Brian D | $228,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Damore Gerard V | $290,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Grey Mark A | $264,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chaney Gerald E | $220,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chaney Gerald E | $55,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2017 10/30/17 | Off Market | $240,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2017 07/31/17 | Sold | $240,000 | -4.0% | $77 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2017 06/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/25/2017 04/25/17 | For Sale | $249,900 | -- | $80 / Sq Ft |
Source: Stellar MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,266 | $257,500 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $4,077 | $250,243 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $4,077 | $242,954 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,570 | $235,878 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,374 | $229,008 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,125 | $225,846 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,143 | $216,652 | $13,805 | $202,847 |
| 2017 | $2,559 | $121,851 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,469 | $110,774 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,268 | $100,704 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,907 | $91,549 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Brad Martin
-
Cannon Kirby
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Cannon Kirby
ROOST REALTY GROUP LLC
(863) 398-0267
3 in this area
92 Total Sales
Map
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: P4715270
APN: 25-30-05-371000-001080
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