490 E Hooker St, Bartow, FL 33830
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490 E Hooker St
Bartow, FL 33830

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,464 sqft (on 0.39 acres)
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,464 sqft
(on 0.39 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
0.39 acres
Living Area
2,464 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Single Family Home, Bungalow - BARTOW, FL Completely restored 1925 Craftsman Bungalow with wraparound porch close to historic downtown Bartow. This quaint home sits on a large lot that is beautifully landscaped. The home is 2014 sqft with 2 large bedrooms, 2 baths and office/den or third bedroom. The master bedroom has a gas fireplace. The home has red and white oak floors throughout that were refinished in 2009. The kitchen features granite counters, tile floor and ceiling, large pantry. Off the kitchen is a butler's pantry with upholstered banquette. The great room has a wood burning fireplace with built in cabinets on either side. The wiring and plumbing were replaced in 2006. The roof was replaced in 2006. The main house has a tankless water heater that is gas. There is a 500 gallon propane tank on premise. There is a detached two-story carriage house that has 2 bedrooms/1.5 baths and a large eat in kitchen. A large family room is located on the first floor of the carriage house. There is also a detached 2 car garage that was built in 2008. This is a home must be seen to truly experience it's timeless beauty.
490 E Hooker St, Bartow, FL 33830 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,464 sqft single-family home built in 1925. It last sold for $288,500 on May 2, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,669/month.

Home Details for 490 E Hooker St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Details
AtticIn-law unitTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, OfficeCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: ConcreteGardenLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Carport, Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Price History for 490 E Hooker St

DatePriceEventSource
05/02/2016$288,500Sold
Stellar MLS #B4700357
03/24/2016$297,500PendingAgent Provided
02/02/2016$297,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/29/2015$310,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/13/2015$325,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Bartow

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$255K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$172
$1MoM
Available listings
111
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2016
Tax$2,936
Assessment$165,756
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 490 E Hooker St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
470 E HOOKER STREET, Bartow, FL
0.02
Single-Family Home
$450,000
07/02/26
3
3
2,352
495 E PEARL STREET, Bartow, FL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$444,900
04/23/26
4
4
2,894
425 E VINE STREET, Bartow, FL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$392,500
10/03/25
3
2
1,764
1010 S 1ST AVENUE, Bartow, FL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$384,950
06/26/26
4
3
2,352
805 S BROADWAY AVENUE, Bartow, FL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$346,000
06/17/26
3
3.5
1,788
485 E STANFORD STREET, Bartow, FL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$295,000
07/09/26
3
3.5
3,982
535 S JACKSON AVENUE, Bartow, FL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$435,000
05/15/26
4
2.5
3,244
410 S BROADWAY AVENUE, Bartow, FL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$470,000
09/25/25
4
4
3,638
780 FLORAL AVENUE S, Bartow, FL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$370,000
10/14/25
5
3
2,128
1007 S JACKSON AVENUE, Bartow, FL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$90,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,850

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Bartow

At least 177 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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  • Hbk Jean
    "Great community and it really feels like home here in Bartow. Great place to visit and raise a family with the small town vibe. "
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  • Holly.cobble
    "family oriented community that feels safe and welcoming with lots of shopping and restaurants in close vacinity. "
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  • Justin Michael
    "It’s a great little town for retirees and small families, there could be a better public transportation system, considering its size and there isn’t enough upkeep on the infrastructure. All and all its nice but needs a lot of work."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has been absolutely amazing. I’ve been here for about 6 years now and I come from a way smaller town so this is perfect."
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  • Cobradc23
    "Very short. Small town, my commute takes about 8 minutes with minimal traffic. SR 60 can be busy in the morning"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lived here 6 years. People speed constantly, area is not safe for children and always have packages stolen and animals randomly running the streets. "
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  • Chad B.
    "Sidewalk is nice, good distance to walk them. Friendly neighbors. Free from trash and debris on the walk"
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  • Thrifting L.
    "it's a very friendly community. we fell in love with the area that we moved here. it's very quiet by the golf course in Bartow"
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  • Lizbeth T.
    "cars tend to go fast down the street so sometimes I worry my dog my get hit again. other people's dogs tend to get out of there gate"
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  • Lee L.
    "I've lived here on and off for 4yrs the area is quite and good friendly people . It's a clean area but is always one r two in the area. Street or in somewhat good. And where I can look through the window and don't see not one other building, well a metal building. Just a part of it."
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  • Josh D.
    "I have no idea I’m not a parent so I wouldn’t even know where to begin to give advice or input on being a parent in this neighborhood but judging from the other parents in the neighborhood they seem to have a pretty good time it’s safe and there is other kids to play with"
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  • Carla A.
    "There are many families in our neighborhood, we have parks and lakes to go walk and take the kids to have a great day."
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  • Gothems A.
    "The traffic is awful. It’s not ideal for a safe driver. A lot of accidents. People don’t really use blinkers. Pedestrians don’t look at the crossing signs and just walk into the road. Would not recommend."
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  • Lee L.
    "this is a good and quiet place where I live. But I want to live I Fort Meade FL.,Found a lot that is big enough for a shipping container home. That is big enough for me and my dog. "
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  • Jebari P.
    "it is important to know that there is alot of things at this one park and you can go fishing,ride bikes,skate boarding ramps,soccer field,basketball field,play ground, and many more and i like it here in bartow,fl"
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  • Barbara P.
    "I don’t know how is the neighborhood , Im just visiting. Is very quiet and bore place.?if you don’t have your family here , will be worse . Nothing to do after the 8 pm."
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  • Stephaniekemp1972
    "Visit my son here often and like the neighborhood really nice people would like less noise and cleaner yards "
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  • Adrieannatheodore
    "Little to no public transportation you will definitely need a vehicle. The intersection of SR98 and SR60 it’s a little dicey."
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  • Trey Talley
    "Great neighbors and it feels like a hometown once you're established. Lived here 2 years now and many of my friends have also moved here because of the access to bigger areas nearby and the great neighborhood."
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  • Asha S.
    "there are many dog owners in this neighborhood. You see people walking dogs all times of the day and night. "
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  • Asha S.
    "There is some access to public transportation but you'd definitely want to own a vehicle or live close to where you work."
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  • Michelle G.
    "I have lived here in Bartow for 4 years. love the shops down town as well as the Antique stores. farmers market and Friday fest every month. the schools are great in the area. private as well as public."
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  • Michelle G.
    "there is always something Going on. Down town has a party in the streets so you can get to know tour neighbors"
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  • Joni K.
    "it's just like any other small town the smaller you are the bigger the town. everyone knows your business and not your name."
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  • Nimkemargaret98
    "I have live in the neighborhood for six year and I feel very safei can walk to the store and back I can talk to my neighbor and if I need help I feel safe to ask the kids play out side all the time"
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Frequently asked questions about 490 E Hooker St

  • What is the price history for 490 E Hooker St?
    490 E Hooker St in Bartow, FL last sold for $288,500 in May 2016.
  • Is Bartow a buyer's or seller's market?
    Bartow is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Bartow?
    The median sale price in Bartow is $255K. That is up $3.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Bartow?
    Residents describe Bartow, FL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Bartow, FL.
  • Does 490 E Hooker St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 490 E Hooker St in Bartow, FL has air conditioning.
  • Does 490 E Hooker St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 490 E Hooker St in Bartow, FL has laundry facilities.