$185,000
490 Ethelene Street
Bartow, FL 33830
Listing updated: June 25, 2026 at 1:54 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Marzucco Real Estate · Clarisa Moody · MLS #TB8513218 · Active · 813-679-1365Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Opportunity is knocking! This 4-bedroom, 1-bath block home is priced to sell and ready for the right buyer to bring it to life. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity or an investor adding to your portfolio, this is the kind of deal that doesn't come around often in today's market. Located in Bartow, one of Polk County's most established and affordable communities, you're close to schools, local shops, and everyday conveniences. The bones are there; all it needs is your vision and a little sweat equity to shine. At this price point, you're not just buying a home, you're buying into your future.
Local Insight
At $185K, this 1959 cottage is positioned as a genuine entry-level opportunity in Bartow's historic housing market—well below the $250K-$340K range typical for renovation projects in this area—though the single bathroom and 840 square feet mean you're buying bones and a location rather than move-in convenience. The X flood zone is a genuine plus for Bartow, and the established neighborhood with no HOA gives you flexibility, but you'll want to assess whether the bones are actually solid or if that below-market price reflects deferred maintenance that could quickly consume any savings.
AI-generated insight based on listing data and neighborhood context. Verify independently.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history26 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 30, 2026
- Listed$189,000May 30, 2026
- Price reduced$185,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 26
- Subdivision
- Millers Manor
- County
- Polk
- Year built
- 1959
- Living area
- 840 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $220
- Building area
- 1,115 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 6,199 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12105C0515G)
- Annual taxes
- $2,195 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 25-29-31-363400-003210
- Zoning
- R-1
- MLS #
- TB8513218
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Linoleum, Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Laundry
- None
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Attached garage
- No
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $0/mo
- Total annual fees
- $0
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- None
- Construction materials
- Block
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | |
| Living Room | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-28
- On market date
- 2026-05-30
- Original list price
- $189,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 33830 - Bartow
- Listing AOR
- Suncoast Tampa
- Status changed
- 2026-05-30
- Tax legal description
- MILLERS MANOR PB 42 PG 45 BLK C LOT 21
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
Coming south on US 98Hwy, turn right on Lylo Pkwy and then left on Verona Dr to another left on W Ethelene St. The property is on the left side.
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