970 Lila St

Bartow, FL 33830

$299,990
Price
5
Beds
1,765 Sq. Ft.
$170 / Sq. Ft.
1,765
Sq. Ft.
$170
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover the Perfect Blend of Affordability, Space, and Income Potential! Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home PLUS a 1/1 Mother-In-Law Suite—a rare find that delivers unbeatable value in an ideal, peaceful neighborhood with NO HOA. Whether you're a first-time buyer searching for an affordable starter home or someone looking for added income potential, this property checks every box. Step inside to find spacious living areas, generously sized bedrooms, and an open kitchen layout perfect...Discover the Perfect Blend of Affordability, Space, and Income Potential! Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home PLUS a 1/1 Mother-In-Law Suite—a rare find that delivers unbeatable value in an ideal, peaceful neighborhood with NO HOA. Whether you're a first-time buyer searching for an affordable starter home or someone looking for added income potential, this property checks every box. Step inside to find spacious living areas, generously sized bedrooms, and an open kitchen layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The Mother-In-Law Suite offers incredible flexibility—rent it out to offset your mortgage, host extended family, or use it as a private workspace. With a NEW roof (just 3 years old), covered parking under the carport, and a half roundabout driveway, convenience and comfort come built in. Situated on a .23-acre corner lot, this home boasts great curb appeal, a fenced-in backyard, and a screened-in porch ideal for relaxing outdoors. Light TLC is needed, giving any do-it-yourself buyer the perfect opportunity to personalize and build instant equity. With inventory extremely limited at this price point, and properties with these features almost never hitting the market, this is one listing you don’t want to wait on. Schedule your showing today before this opportunity is gone!
  1. Listed by Cliff Glansen • Brokerage DRE #1049918 • FLATFEE.COM
    P: (954)-965-3990 info@flatfee.com

Property Details for 970 Lila Street

Subdivision Name
LA HACIENDA
Township
30
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Unfurnished
LISTING UPDATED: 01/06/2026 01:49 PM

Property Details for 970 Lila Street

StatusActive
MLS #A4675086
Days on Market26
Taxes$2,392 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,801 SF
CountyPolk County

Location

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Building Information for 970 Lila Street

Stories1Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,801 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,661 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,462

Property Taxes

$199

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 970 Lila Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1765.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From downtown Bartow, head east on E Main St, turn right onto N Broadway Ave, continue onto Lyle Pkwy, turn left on Lila St. Property will be on your right.
  • Elementary School: Bartow Elem Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bartow Middle
  • High School: Bartow High
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Listing Service: Limited Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 970
  • Street Name: LILA
  • Street Suffix: STREET
  • State: FL
  • City: BARTOW
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: A
  • Tax Book Number: 39-35
  • Tax Legal Description: LA HACIENDA PB 39 PG 35 BLK A LOT 5
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 80 x 125
  • Parcel Number: 253017428600001050
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: R-1A
  • Living Area: 1765
  • Lot Dimensions: 80 x 125
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1960
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 12-22-2016
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12105C0700G
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 25
  • Public Survey Section: 17
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Eating Space In Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 3.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0

Property History for 970 Lila Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4675086

$299,990—
Dec 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4675086

$329,990—
Jan 15, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #232297768

$251,000

+5.2% / yr

Jan 15, 2008

Sold

MFRMLS #O4815389

$251,000—
Jan 3, 2008

Pending

MFRMLS #O4815389

—
Nov 28, 2007

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O4815389

$250,000—
Nov 18, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #169165169

$225,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2026

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4675086

$299,990
12/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4675086

$329,990
01/15/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #232297768

$251,000

+5.2% / yr

01/15/2008

Sold

MFRMLS #O4815389

$251,000
01/03/2008

Pending

MFRMLS #O4815389

—
11/28/2007

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #O4815389

$250,000
11/18/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #169165169

$225,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 970 Lila Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$2,392 ($199 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt1,765 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,765 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,801 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960ZoningR-1ACountyPOLKAPN253017428600001050

Schools near 970 Lila Street

This home is within Polk.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Floral Avenue Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Bartow Elementary Academy
Public - K to 5
Union Academy
Public - 6 to 8
Bartow Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Floral Avenue Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Bartow Elementary Academy
PublicK to 5

Union Academy
Public6 to 8

Bartow Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 970 Lila Street, Bartow, FL 33830

970 Lila Street is a single family home for sale in Bartow, FL 33830. This property was listed for sale on December 12, 2025 by FLATFEE.COM, it's currently listed at $299,990. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on January 15, 2008. This listing's school district is Polk. Nearby schools include Floral Avenue Elementary School, Bartow Elementary Academy and Union Academy. 970 Lila Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 1,765 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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