540 FORREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL 33830
OFF MARKET

540 FORREST DRIVE
Bartow, FL 33830

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 912 sqft

$174,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,187/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$174,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,187/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
912 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$174K
Since last month
Increased$400 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$46K (-20.9%)
Since last sale
Decreased$51K (-22.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -20% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$174K
July 2026$174K
June 2026$179K
May 2026$169K
April 2026$168K
March 2026$161K
February 2026$157K
January 2026$160K
2025

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1140 RICHLAND ROAD, Bartow, FL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$225,000
12/12/25
3
1
912
545 SHADY LANE, Bartow, FL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$220,000
07/21/26
3
1
1,010
740 BEARCREEK DRIVE, Bartow, FL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$230,000
01/07/26
3
1
1,314
755 FORREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$165,000
02/23/26
3
1
1,366
930 PINECREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$239,000
03/06/26
3
1
1,064
570 LUCILE STREET, Bartow, FL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$219,900
12/10/25
3
1
888
435 LUCILLE STREET, Bartow, FL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$215,000
04/28/26
3
1
1,128

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1140 RICHLAND ROAD, Bartow, FL 33830
0.05
$225,000
3
1
912
Recently Sold
1150 RICHLAND ROAD, Bartow, FL 33830
0.06
$110,000
4
6.5
1,392
Recently Sold
640 FORREST DR, Bartow, FL 33830
0.07
$159,700
3
1
1,152
Foreclosure
605 FORREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL 33830
0.06
$222,100
2
2
880
Off Market
655 PINECREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL 33830
0.07
$245,000
3
2
1,560
For Sale
545 SHADY LANE, Bartow, FL 33830
0.08
$220,000
3
1
1,010
Recently Sold
540 DOROTHY ST, Bartow, FL 33830
0.07
$191,200
3
1
816
Off Market
640 PINECREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL 33830
0.09
$244,600
3
1
1,261
Off Market
640 W PINECREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL 33830
0.09
$229,100
3
1
1,261
Off Market
505/507 DOROTHY STREET W, Bartow, FL 33830
0.09
$492,600
6
4
3,180
Off Market
1130 N MILL AVENUE, Bartow, FL 33830
0.11
$255,800
4
2
1,529
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 540 FORREST DRIVE.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1960
Living Area
912 sqft
Price/Sqft
$191
Parking
1 Carport Spaces
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome to your new Home! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom and 1 Bonus Room this home offers over 912 sq ft of living space. Featuring Tile Floors throughout. The open layout invites you in and encourages a sense of family togetherness. These Appliances and Cabinets make your Kitchen look cleaner and Brighter. It has an outside laundry room along with a roofed utility room with doors.THIS PROPERTY DOES NOT HAVE HOA ( Homeowner Associations). Leaving Through the kitchen you have access to the oversized fully fenced back yard that is perfect for entertaining year round. This property is located in the heart of Bartow which puts you just moments away from all the conveniences including shopping, restaurants, schools, county offices, Hwy 98 and Hwy 60 – everything you need to make life easier! Schedule your private showing today and don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to own a piece of Florida paradise. Buyer agent must verify the measurements of the rooms.: Submit all offers with Approval Letter or Proof of funds.
540 FORREST DRIVE, Bartow, FL 33830 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 912 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $225,000 on Jan 5, 2024 (2% below the $230,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $174,100, with a rent estimate of $1,501/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Magela Sanchez Perez, (512) 944-0668
ATHENS REALTY PROFESSIONALS INC, (407) 954-7000
Bought with: John Hubbert, Jr, (863) 243-4024, BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP, (863) 701-2350
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Source: Stellar MLS, MLS#S5089008
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.
Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc - (407) 904-3511

Home Details for 540 FORREST DRIVE

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 912 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, PublicAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Laundry Room,OutsideMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Ceramic Tile
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherFencing: WoodExterior: Private Mailbox, Rain GuttersFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a CarportNo GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Carport
Frontage
Road Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 121

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BlockNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 253006385800015150

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 29 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Leased

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: BARTOWCommunity: RICHLAND MANOR

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 8873 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Orlando RegionalNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8873 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S5089008Showing Advance Notice: 24Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice, Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent, See Remarks, ShowingTimeUniversal Property Id: US-12105-N-253006385800015150-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 5, 2024
Source: Stellar MLS #S5089008
Sold
$225,000
Nov 30, 2023
Source: Stellar MLS #S5089008
Pending
$230,000
Oct 10, 2023
Source: Stellar MLS #S5089008
PriceChange
$230,000
Price decreased by 2%
Sep 25, 2023
Source: Stellar MLS #S5089008
PriceChange
$235,000
Price decreased by 2%
Aug 1, 2023
Source: Stellar MLS #S5089008
Listed For Sale
$240,000

Market trends in Bartow

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$284K
$28.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$183
$11MoM
Available listings
107
4MoM

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • Holly.cobble
    "family oriented community that feels safe and welcoming with lots of shopping and restaurants in close vacinity. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Cobradc23
    "Very short. Small town, my commute takes about 8 minutes with minimal traffic. SR 60 can be busy in the morning"
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    0
    Flag
  • Chad B.
    "Sidewalk is nice, good distance to walk them. Friendly neighbors. Free from trash and debris on the walk"
    4
    Flag
  • 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"
    6
    Flag
  • 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"
    10
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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"
    6
    Flag
  • 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."
    2
    Flag
  • 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."
    3
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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"
    2
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Stephaniekemp1972
    "Visit my son here often and like the neighborhood really nice people would like less noise and cleaner yards "
    2
    Flag
  • Adrieannatheodore
    "Little to no public transportation you will definitely need a vehicle. The intersection of SR98 and SR60 it’s a little dicey."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • Asha S.
    "there are many dog owners in this neighborhood. You see people walking dogs all times of the day and night. "
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    1
    Flag
  • Michelle G.
    "there is always something Going on. Down town has a party in the streets so you can get to know tour neighbors"
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    1
    Flag
  • 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"
    2
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Frequently asked questions about 540 FORREST DRIVE

  • What is 540 FORREST DRIVE estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 540 FORREST DRIVE in Bartow, FL is $174,100.
  • What is the price history for 540 FORREST DRIVE?
    540 FORREST DRIVE in Bartow, FL last sold for $225,000 in January 2024.
  • 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 $284K. That is up $28.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 540 FORREST DRIVE have air conditioning?
    Yes, 540 FORREST DRIVE in Bartow, FL has air conditioning.
  • Does 540 FORREST DRIVE have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 540 FORREST DRIVE in Bartow, FL has laundry facilities.

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

24 pet-friendly rentals in Bartow, FL

Explore by feature - Garage

17 rentals with a garage in Bartow, FL

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

31 rentals with air conditioning in Bartow, FL

Explore by feature - Pool

13 rentals with a pool in Bartow, FL

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

19 rentals with a washer/dryer in Bartow, FL

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

13 rentals with an outdoor space in Bartow, FL

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 540 FORREST DRIVE

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Homes for sale near 540 FORREST DRIVE

Skip to last item
Skip to first item
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item