555 E STANFORD STREET
Bartow, FL 33830
- 7 Beds
- 8.5 Baths
- 7,307 sqft (on 0.73 acres)
7 Beds
8.5 Baths
7,307 sqft
(on 0.73 acres)
Home Highlights
Outdoor
Porch, Pool
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$136
Listed
157 days ago
Climate Control
Central & Central Air
Local Information
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About this House
HUGE PRICE DROP! This exquisite Victorian-style residence, constructed in 1906 (reportedly by Polk County lawyer Thomas Lee Wilson), stands as a timeless architectural gem. Famously known as the My Girl house from the beloved 1991 film where it served as the exterior of the Sultenfuss family home. It has also graced history as the Stanford Inn Bed & Breakfast and, more recently, as His Hope House. The primary home spans approximately 5,776 square feet of air-conditioned living space, masterfully blending its rich historic charm with thoughtful, extensive renovations that honor and preserve its original character and elegance. Complementing the main residence, the property features a charming separate one-bedroom guest house, an additional building currently utilized as versatile meeting and donation space, and a spacious, inviting pool. All set on beautifully landscaped grounds that enhance its enduring appeal. This captivating tour begins on the expansive 1,500+ sf wraparound porch; a perfect spot for entertaining, events, or quiet mornings with coffee. Inside, the grand foyer opens to elegant spaces: a front sitting room, formal living and dining rooms, a private office, and a beautifully updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, premium appliances, a large center island with bar seating, and a secondary dining area. Timeless features include wainscoting, new lighting, some original hardwoods, a sprinkler system, and remodeled period bathrooms. The main level offers a spacious primary suite with fireplace and full ensuite bath, two guest half baths, and first- floor laundry. Upstairs, a versatile loft area complements five additional bedrooms, each with unique charm, featuring fireplaces and private ensuites. Plus a second laundry for added convenience, ideal for multi-generational or flexible living. The 1,000 sf two-story guest house (built 2022) includes a kitchen, living room, bathroom,upstairs bedroom, and loft space; perfect for guests or additional use. The remodeled former carriage house (third building) offers 500 sf with power, A/C, and space for offices, storage, or other needs. The property is zoned R-3, in the City of Bartow which offers tremendous future potential beyond its current configuration. This may include hospitality and short-term rentals (Bed and Breakfast or Airbnb capitalizing on its famous “My Girl” movie history), group or supportive living (family-care, maternity, residential program, hospice, rehab or similar), multi- generational or extended family estate, or Event space (host private events, retreats, small-scale commercial uses while maintaining residential charm). Verifying your use within the City of Bartow’s zoning uses. This historic gem blend of preserved Victorian elegance, modern updates, and adaptable layout positions it for endless possibilities, whether as a cherished family home, income- generating venture, or meaningful community resource.
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Craig Morby, (863) 581-0059
SAUNDERS REAL ESTATE, LLC, (863) 648-1528
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Source: Stellar MLS, MLS#O6390239

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Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc - (407) 904-3511
Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc - (407) 904-3511
Open House
Saturday, August 22
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Home Details for 555 E STANFORD STREET
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Kitchen, Library, Living Room, Office |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 10Number of Bathrooms (full): 7Number of Bathrooms (half): 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 7307 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Public, Street LightsAppliances: Bar Fridge, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In Kitchen,Upper LevelRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Masonry, Other Room, Master Bedroom, Stone, Wood BurningHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Door: French DoorsFlooring: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood |
View Has a ViewView: City, Garden |
Security Security: Security System |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Metal ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, Front Porch, Wrap AroundVegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/LandscapedOther Structures: Gazebo, Guest House, OtherExterior: Private Mailbox, Private YardFoundation: Crawlspace, SlabHas a Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo Garage |
Pool Pool: In Ground, Other, TilePool |
Frontage Road Surface Type: Paved, AsphaltNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 156Days on Market: 157 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1906 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian |
Building Construction Materials: Block, Wood FrameNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Condition: CompletedParcel Number: 253005375000021010 |
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Price List Price: $995,000Price Per Sqft: $136 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: BARTOWCommunity: SUMMERLIN SCHOOL LANDS |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: O6390239 |
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Building Area Building Area: 8871 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: Orlando RegionalNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee |
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Lot Area: 0.73 acres |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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Mls Number: O6390239Showing Considerations: See RemarksShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, Call Listing AgentUniversal Property Id: US-12105-N-253005375000021010-R-N |
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.
Market trends in Bartow
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$284K
$28.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$183
$11MoM
Available listings
107
4MoM
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$947KSince last month
Increased$25K (+2.7%)Since last year
Increased$151K (+19%)Since last sale
Increased$396K (+71.9%)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 increased by +150% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $947K |
| July 2026 | $922K |
| June 2026 | $925K |
| May 2026 | $1.17M |
| April 2026 | $1.18M |
| March 2026 | $1.21M |
| February 2026 | $703K |
| January 2026 | $714K |
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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 |
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0.21 | Single-Family Home | $470,000 | 09/25/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,638 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $295,000 | 07/09/26 | 3 | 3.5 | 3,982 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $444,900 | 04/23/26 | 4 | 4 | 2,894 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $435,000 | 05/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,244 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 07/02/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,352 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $400,000 | 06/05/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,024 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $346,000 | 06/17/26 | 3 | 3.5 | 1,788 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $392,500 | 10/03/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,764 | |
0.98 | Single-Family Home | $405,000 | 08/14/26 | 5 | 4 | 3,866 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $370,000 | 10/14/25 | 5 | 3 | 2,128 |
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 |
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0.07 | $360,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,100 | For Sale | |
0.04 | $447,400 | 5 | 2.5 | 2,736 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $295,000 | 3 | 3.5 | 3,982 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $136,300 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,166 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $405,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,527 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $377,600 | 3 | 2 | 1,660 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $439,900 | 5 | 4 | 2,848 | For Sale | |
0.08 | $415,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,028 | For Sale | |
0.07 | $435,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,244 | Recently Sold | |
0.14 | $355,400 | 4 | 3 | 2,255 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $405,800 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,023 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jun 5, 2026 Source: Stellar MLS #O6390239 | PriceChange | $995,000 Price decreased by 20% |
Mar 16, 2026 Source: Stellar MLS #O6390239 | Listed For Sale | $1,250,000 |
Oct 23, 2024 Source: Stellar MLS #O5956633 | ListingRemoved | $675,000 |
Oct 23, 2023 Source: Stellar MLS #O5956633 | ListingRemoved | |
Apr 20, 2022 Source: N/A | Sold | $551,000 |
Jan 22, 2022 Source: Stellar MLS #T3348686 | Pending | $499,400 |
Jan 7, 2022 Source: Stellar MLS #T3348686 | Listed For Sale | $499,400 |
Oct 28, 2021 Source: N/A | Sold | $400,000 |
Sep 12, 2021 Source: Stellar MLS #O5956633 | Pending | $675,000 |
Jun 3, 2019 Source: N/A | Sold | $382,500 |
Apr 6, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $425,000 |
Feb 28, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $425,000 Price decreased by 6% |
Jan 7, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PendingToActive | $450,000 |
Dec 28, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $450,000 |
Dec 18, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $450,000 |
Mar 16, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $275,000 |
Mar 15, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $275,000 |
Jul 6, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $450,000 |
Mar 26, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $450,000 |
Mar 26, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $450,000 |
Nov 25, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $450,000 |
Sep 19, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $450,000 |
Jun 14, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $285,000 |
Apr 17, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $275,000 Price decreased by 39% |
Apr 15, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $449,000 |
Oct 24, 2008 Source: N/A | Sold | $775,000 |
Jul 7, 2004 Source: N/A | Sold | $730,000 |
Jan 28, 1997 Source: N/A | Sold | $286,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | Unavailable | $368,340 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 555 E STANFORD STREET
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 555 E STANFORD STREET?Based on a $995,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 555 E STANFORD STREET in Bartow, FL is approximately $6,527 (about $5,175 principal & interest, $1,277 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 555 E STANFORD STREET compare to homes in Bartow?555 E STANFORD STREET in Bartow, FL is listed at $995,000, about 250% above the $284K median sale price in Bartow.
- 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 homes for sale in Bartow, FL.
- What are the closest schools to 555 E STANFORD STREET?The closest schools to 555 E STANFORD STREET in Bartow, FL are Bartow Middle School (rated 3/10), Bartow Senior High School (rated 3/10), Floral Avenue Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10).
- Does 555 E STANFORD STREET have air conditioning?Yes, 555 E STANFORD STREET in Bartow, FL has air conditioning.
- Does 555 E STANFORD STREET have a pool?Yes, 555 E STANFORD STREET in Bartow, FL has a pool.
555 E STANFORD STREET, Bartow, FL 33830 is a 7 bedroom, 10 bathroom, 7,307 sqft single-family home built in 1906. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Stellar MLS on Mar 16, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# O6390239.

