640 FORREST DR, Bartow, FL 33830
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640 FORREST DR
Bartow, FL 33830

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,152 sqft

$159,700

Est. Mortgage $885/mo*
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$159,700

Est. Mortgage $885/mo*
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3 Beds
1 Bath
1,152 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$139
Listed
146 days ago

Local Information

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

About this House

Bring your vision and make this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home your own! Nestled on a 0.22-acre lot in Richland Manor with no HOA, this property offers over 1,100 square feet of living space. Inside, you'll find a cozy living room that flows effortlessly into the dining area and connects to a galley-style kitchen. The spacious bedrooms are located toward the back of the home, providing a quiet retreat. A family room and bonus room add extra flexibility for entertaining, a home office, or additional living space. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard, perfect for pets, gatherings, or gardening, plus a large workshop and shed for added storage. Conveniently located near Highway 60 with quick access to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities.
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Home Details for 640 FORREST DR

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1152 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity ConnectedAppliances: Range, RefrigeratorLaundry: InsideRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MembraneExterior: StorageFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Driveway
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 116Days on Market: 146

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 253006385800015100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,700Price Per Sqft: $139
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: BARTOWCommunity: RICHLAND MANOR
School Information
Elementary School: Bartow Elem AcademyJr High / Middle School: Bartow MiddleHigh School: Bartow High

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: P4938144

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1590 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: East PolkNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9509 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: P4938144Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, ShowingTimeUniversal Property Id: US-12105-N-253006385800015100-R-N
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Chrissi Jasso, (863) 618-4000
ASSOCIATE REALTY, (863) 618-4000
Originating MLS: East Polk
Source: Stellar MLS, MLS#P4938144
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Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc - (407) 904-3511

Foreclosure Information

1/13/2026
Foreclosure auction
$187,234
The property was scheduled to be sold at a
Foreclosure Auction
 on 01/13/2026 at 3:00 pm. The auction was scheduled to take place at WWW.POLK.REALFORECLOSE.COM. Because auction dates are often changed or postponed, it is unknown at this time if the auction was held. Please confirm with a foreclosure specialist.

Legal Details

Foreclosure Type
Non-Judicial
Parcel Number
253006385800015100

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

Price History for 640 FORREST DR

DatePriceEventSource
12/26/2025$210,000ListingRemovedStellar MLS #L4953909
10/11/2025$210,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #L4953909
10/06/2025$219,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #L4953909
09/16/2025$225,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #L4953909
08/27/2025$229,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #L4953909
08/13/2025$235,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #L4953909
07/08/2025$249,000PriceChange
Stellar MLS #L4953909
06/21/2025$260,000Listed For SaleStellar MLS #L4953909

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,921
Assessment$160,365
Home facts updated by county records

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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 640 FORREST DR

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 640 FORREST DR?
    Based on a $159,700 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 640 FORREST DR in Bartow, FL is approximately $885 (about $610 principal & interest, $200 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 640 FORREST DR compare to homes in Bartow?
    640 FORREST DR in Bartow, FL is listed at $159,700, about 37% below the $255K 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 640 FORREST DR?
    The closest schools to 640 FORREST DR in Bartow, FL are Bartow Middle School (rated 3/10), Bartow Senior High School (rated 3/10), James E. Stephens Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10).
  • Does 640 FORREST DR have air conditioning?
    Yes, 640 FORREST DR in Bartow, FL has air conditioning.
  • Does 640 FORREST DR have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 640 FORREST DR in Bartow, FL has laundry facilities.
Chrissi Jasso, ASSOCIATE REALTY, (863) 618-4000
Agent Phone: (863) 618-4000
640 FORREST DR, Bartow, FL 33830 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,152 sqft single-family home built in 1960. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Stellar MLS on Mar 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# P4938144.