Single Family Residence at 985 S DUDLEY AVE, BARTOW
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$235,000

985 S DUDLEY AVE
BARTOW, FL 33830
Listed by Jonathon McLeod, PA · NEXTHOME LUXE COASTAL
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,630 sqft
Year built
1945

About this home

Short Sale. Located in Bartow, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home is situated on approximately one-quarter acre, offering ample outdoor space and an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and personalize a property to their own preferences. The home features a functional floor plan with generous living space and the potential to become a comfortable primary residence or investment property. Based on available information, the property appears to require cosmetic updating and may require additional repairs or improvements. Buyers are encouraged to conduct thorough inspections to independently verify the condition and functionality of all systems, components, and improvements. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, parks, and major transportation routes, this property offers the opportunity to build equity while enjoying the convenience of an established neighborhood. This property is being offered as a short sale. Buyers and agents should review all MLS supplements and private remarks for important information regarding the purchase process. Buyers should verify all information. Agents: Please review all private remarks and MLS supplements prior to scheduling a showing.

Property details

MLS #
MFRTB8542300
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
PRESTONS W S ADD
Status
Active
Days on market
28
On market date
August 27, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.27 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
FLORAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
0.47 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
585
Student:teacher ratio
15.0:1
District
POLK
Middle
BARTOW MIDDLE SCHOOL
0.72 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,007
Student:teacher ratio
19.4:1
District
POLK
High
BARTOW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
0.45 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,090
Student:teacher ratio
17.9:1
District
POLK

Walkability

Blended score for BARTOW's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

57
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
8.8 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
75 / 100
Restaurants & cafes19
Grocery stores1
Parks5
Schools13
Transit stops16
Pharmacies0

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$1,565/mo
$47,000 down
$188,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,219
Property tax (est.)$196
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 6 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.