Bartow, FL · Single Family Residence
655 S Wilson Ave
Active · MLS MFRL4965397 · Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY · 863-577-1234.
THE SETTING, AND THE DETAILS
A closer look.
There is something truly magical about a home that has been loved for more than a century and this enchanting 1902 historic home in Downtown Bartow is a rare find. Filled with whimsy, warmth, and timeless character, this beautifully cared-for 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home has preserved the charm of its era while thoughtfully embracing the comforts of modern living. Original character and natural wood floors create a warm and inviting feel throughout, while an updated kitchen and bathrooms provide the modern conveniences today’s homeowners desire. Fresh exterior paint adds to the home’s welcoming curb appeal, and the detached garage/workshop offers additional space for hobbies, projects, or storage. Step into the fully fenced backyard and you’ll discover a private little world of its own. A sparkling sport pool with a shallow “beach” area, custom-built brick fireplace, charming pergola, and working brick fountain create an outdoor space that feels almost storybook-like. Whether you’re hosting friends, enjoying a quiet afternoon by the pool, or gathering around the fireplace, this backyard was made for making memories. Just a short stroll from Downtown Bartow’s shops, restaurants, festivals, and historic landmarks, this home places you close to everything while offering your own peaceful retreat. Homes like this are rare. They can’t be recreated, and they can’t be replicated—the character, craftsmanship, and sense of history come from more than 100 years of being a home. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated, 655 S. Wilson Avenue is a special blend of 1902 charm and modern-day comfort, waiting for someone new to love it.
The details that help you decide.
Details supplied with the listing. Information that was not provided is marked below.
Home essentials
- Price per square foot
- $198
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Heated living area
- 1891
- Lot size (acres)
- 0.21
- Lot size (sq ft)
- 8952
- Year built
- 1902
- Property type
- Residential
- Property style
- Not provided
Interior & rooms
- Interior features
- PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Dishwasher
- Flooring
- Laminate, Wood
- Additional rooms
- Not provided
Land, water & community
- Waterfront
- No
- Waterfront type
- Not provided
- Water body / lake name
- Not provided
- Water view
- Not provided
- Dock
- Not provided
- Dock features
- Not provided
- Other views
- Not provided
- Lot features
- Not provided
- Exterior features
- Courtyard, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Sidewalk
- Community amenities
- Not provided
- Zoning
- R3
- Current use
- Not provided
- Horse amenities
- Not provided
- Fencing
- Not provided
- Other structures
- Not provided
Pool, parking & systems
- Private pool
- Yes
- Pool features
- In Ground, Lighting
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Carport
- No
- Carport spaces
- Not provided
- Parking features
- Not provided
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplace features
- Family Room, Gas
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water supply
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Construction
- Construction materials
- Frame
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Crawlspace
- Stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
Location & schools
- City
- BARTOW
- Subdivision
- JOHNSONS & WRIGHTS ADD 02
- County
- Polk
- ZIP code
- 33830
- Elementary school
- Floral Avenue Elem
- Middle school
- Bartow Middle
- High school
- Bartow High
Association, taxes & listing
- HOA / association
- No
- Association fee
- Not provided
- Fee frequency
- Not provided
- Included services
- Not provided
- Association amenities
- Not provided
- Additional association fee
- Not provided
- Additional fee frequency
- Not provided
- Condo fee
- Not provided
- Condo fee frequency
- Not provided
- Annual property taxes
- $1,495.23
- Tax year
- 2025
- Other annual assessments
- Not provided
- CDD
- No
- Listing status
- Active
- Days on market
- 12
- Listing broker
- KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
- MLS number
- MFRL4965397
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Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY · MLS MFRL4965397
Source: mfrmls · Listing updated 2026-10-10 17:05:41 UTC.
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