Renovated 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Home on Nearly Half an Acre – Move-In Ready This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home sits on a private 0.48-acre lot with vacant parcels on both sides for added peace and privacy. Set back from the road and surrounded by mature landscaping, the fully fenced yard offers space, security, and easy access. A Ring security system is included. Recent upgrades feature wide-plank laminate flooring, fresh interior paint, an updated kitchen with modern cabinetry and durable countertops, plus a brand-new HVAC system with smart thermostat. Pest control and termite bond transfer to the new owner at no cost. The open living/dining area flows into a functional kitchen, indoor laundry with washer/dryer, and a primary bedroom with private entrance and built-in shelving—ideal for guests, a home office, or creative studio. Outside, enjoy two storage sheds, a carport/lean-to, a rolling gate, and a fire pit area for entertaining. There’s plenty of room for a pool, garden, or RV/boat parking. * * Bonus: Assumable VA mortgage available for qualified buyers. Conveniently located near Hwy 17, Hwy 60, Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, and Fort Meade. Don’t miss this rare opportunity—updated homes with land and privacy like this don’t last long in Bartow! -
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Michael Hochadel• BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP
Contact: 863-701-2350
Bought with Deana Lainhart• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
You'll love this 2 bedroom/1 bath newly remodeled home on a large . 48 acre fenced, quiet and secluded lot. Updates include new kitchen counter tops and cabinets, new laminate flooring throughout and new interior paint. The home also features a living room/dining room combination and inside laundry that includes a washer and dryer. The master bedroom has it's own entrance and features built in shelving. Outside, you'll enjoy the extra storage of two sheds as well as a 1 car carport. Cool off on hot days in the above ground pool and relax on cool evenings in the hot tub. This home is equipped with a 15+ SEER Air Conditioner with a programmable thermostat. With Highway 17 and Highway 60 close by, commuting is convenient.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,214 (+12.7%)
2024
$1,077 (+16.1%)
2023
$928 (+4.1%)
2022
$892 (−1.3%)
2021
$904 (+2.6%)
2020
$881 (+2.6%)
2019
$859 (+2.8%)
2018
$835 (−8.5%)
2017
$913 (+9.9%)
$8,213 + $28,050
$36,263
2016
$830 (+109.1%)
$8,213 + $28,050
$36,263
2014
$397 (−1.4%)
$6,922 + $24,575
$31,497
2013
$403 (+457.2%)
2012
$72
Tax history for 786 Peters Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,214 (+12.7%)
2024
$1,077 (+16.1%)
2023
$928 (+4.1%)
2022
$892 (−1.3%)
2021
$904 (+2.6%)
2020
$881 (+2.6%)
2019
$859 (+2.8%)
2018
$835 (−8.5%)
2017
$913 (+9.9%)
$8,213 + $28,050
$36,263
2016
$830 (+109.1%)
$8,213 + $28,050
$36,263
2014
$397 (−1.4%)
$6,922 + $24,575
$31,497
2013
$403 (+457.2%)
2012
$72
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
888
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
252935000000034150
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
A/RR
Rural Agricultural/Residential District
The purpose of the A/RR district is to provide lands for the continuation of productive agricultural uses and to provide for very low density residential development within unincorporated rural areas. The A/RR district permits agricultural activities, agricultural support facilities, multi-family dwelling units, farm labor housing, group living facilities, and community facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Jul 15, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a 2 ton heat pump split system.
HVAC
Jan 9, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Remove and replace a water heater with a similar unit.
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat
Utilities: Fiber Optics, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Bartow Elem Academy
Middle Or Junior High School: Union Academy Magnet
High School: Bartow High
Location Information
Directions: From the north, take US-17 South toward Bartow. In Bartow, turn left onto State Road 60 East, then left onto Mine Road (County Road 91). Take the first right onto E. Gandy Road and continue until you reach Peters Road. Turn right and the property will be on your right. From the south, travel north on US-17 into Bartow and turn right onto State Road 60 East. Follow to Mine Road, turn left, then right onto E. Gandy Road. Continue to Peters Road, turn right, and the home will be on your right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 888
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Polk County
APN: 252935000000034150
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026