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MUST SEE!! **Historic DW Stanley Home – Restored and Move-In Ready!** Discover the charm of this beautifully restored historic DW Stanley home, perfectly situated on an oversized corner lot just a short walk from downtown Bartow, known as the “City of Oaks and Azeleas.” This stunning property offers a blend of classic elegance and modern amenities, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a unique living experience. **Property Features: **Elegant Design**: Enjoy the timeless beauty of original hardwood floors, volume ceilings, and period millwork with wide crown and baseboard moldings throughout the home. - **Fireplaces**: Cozy up by one of the two charming fireplaces, adding warmth and character to your living spaces. - **Modern Upgrades**: - Freshly painted exterior and interior (completed in 2025). - A new metal roof was installed in 2025 for durability and energy efficiency. - A new central HVAC system (zoned) was installed in 2015, with a complete replacement of the upstairs air conditioner and a "whole house" HEMP air filter installed in September 2024. - **Bright Kitchen**: The light-filled kitchen features granite countertops and all new (installed 2024) WiFi-enabled stainless steel appliances, including a steam clean smooth top convection range, a dishwasher, microwave oven (with air fryer), and refrigerator (2015). - New Garbage Disposal installed in 2024. - **Spacious Owner's Suite**: Includes an attached office and an expanded walk-in closet with built-ins for ample storage. - **Versatile Spaces**: - Nursery/Craft Room/2nd Office off the second bedroom upstairs. - Two bedrooms downstairs with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. - Fourth bedroom currently used as a living room. - All full bathrooms are equipped with claw-foot bathtubs - **Utility and Mud Room**: Convenient inside utility space and a separate mudroom for added functionality. - **Detached 2-Car Garage**: Includes a 700 sq ft apartment with a kitchen and bath, perfect for guests or rental income, along with a separate storage/workshop area. - **Parking**: Newly installed driveway providing up to six parking spaces and a new sidewalk leading from the street to the front door (completed February 2023). ***Location Highlights: - Just two blocks from historic Main Street, lined with shops, antique stores, restaurants, candy stores, and bakeries. - Within a short distance of four parks offering playgrounds, fishing, art displays, and more. - Enjoy monthly Friday Fest events on Main Street featuring live bands, street vendors, food trucks, and community fun. - Participate in biannual Wine Walks on Main Street. - Proximity to all schools (elementary, middle, high school, and a private school), with Bartow High School recognized nationally for its International Baccalaureate (IB) program. - Only two blocks from the historic courthouse, now a museum, and four blocks from police and fire stations. ***A Piece of History: Built in 1910 by D.W. Stanley, a successful merchant in Bartow's early days, this home is not just a residence; it’s a piece of local history waiting for you to make it your own. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a piece of Bartow’s heritage! Contact us today for more information or to schedule a private showing. Your dream home awaits!