Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Bartow
Listing Price: $1,700,000
Description of Property
Southern Grace Meets Modern Luxury: The Swearingen–Langford House 690 East Church Street | Bartow, Florida | Offered at $1,700,000 An iconic piece of Central Florida’s architectural legacy, the Swearingen–Langford House presents a rare opportunity to own a stately 1925 Colonial Revival estate listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by noted Tampa architect B. Clayton Bonfoey for Senator John J. Swearingen, this meticulously preserved residence stands proudly in Bartow’s prestigious Northeast Residential Historic District. Set on over half an acre, the red brick manor is distinguished by soaring white Ionic columns and an expansive front porch. Inside, more than 5,200 square feet of curated living space showcases pristine hardwood floors, original plaster walls and ceilings, intricate millwork, dazzling chandeliers, four working fireplaces and refined ceiling medallions. Designed for elegant entertaining, the main level offers a grand formal living room, an inviting dining room and a sunlit solarium. The fully renovated chef’s kitchen features Kraftmaid cabinetry, marble countertops and professional-grade Viking appliances. Adjacent, a beadboard-accented laundry and mudroom connects seamlessly to the heated saltwater pool and patio. The upper level includes a luxurious primary suite with a fireplace, a spa-inspired bath with a clawfoot soaking tub and frameless glass walk-in shower, and a custom-designed dressing room. Additional guest bedrooms each enjoy updated en-suite baths. The third floor offers a private guest suite complete with a kitchenette, full bath and cozy reading nook, ideal for multigenerational living or an additional retreat. The grounds evoke a private resort, with a heated saltwater pool enhanced by graceful fountains, a covered entertaining pavilion featuring a gourmet summer kitchen, cooling misters and ceiling fans, all set amid professionally landscaped gardens. Completing the estate is a detached two-car garage with additional workshop space. A legacy property of rare distinction, the Swearingen–Langford House seamlessly blends historic craftsmanship with modern luxury, offering an unparalleled opportunity to own a cornerstone of Central Florida heritage.


































Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Bartow
County: Polk
Subdivision: Lytles First Addition
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Half Baths: 1
Sq. Ft. Gross: 6,146
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 5,233
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $325
Year built: 1925
Annual Tax: $12,199
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
Interior Features:
- Built-in Features
- Crown Molding
- Eating Space In Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
Appliances:
- Bar Fridge
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Exhaust Fan
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Wine Refrigerator
Accessibility Features:
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features:
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Other Room
- Wood Burning
Window Features:
- Drapes
- Shutters
- Window Treatments
Additional Rooms:
- Attic
- Bonus Room
- Family Room
- Florida Room
- Formal Dining Room Separate
- Inside Utility
Ceiling Type:
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Schools
Elementary School: James E. Stephens Elem
Middle/Junior High School: Bartow Middle
High School: Bartow High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features:
- Deck
- Heated
- In Ground
- Salt Water
Spa Features:
Water Frontage:
Water Access: Not specified
Water Access Type:
Water View:
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Colonial, Historical
Construction: Brick
Foundation: Crawlspace
Roof: Shingle
- Awning(s)
- Balcony
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Sidewalk
- Storage
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Guest
- Off Street
- On Street
- Workshop in Garage
Floors Total:
Floors in Unit: Three Or More
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Central, Natural Gas
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features:
- Covered
- Deck
- Front Porch
- Rear Porch
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen, Storage
View: Garden
Fencing:
Utilities:
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Natural Gas Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Street Lights
- Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features:
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Corner Lot
- Historic District
- City Lot
- Landscaped
- Sidewalk
Lot Size (acres): 0.56
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 24,402 square feet
Road Frontage: Street Paved
Front Exposure: South
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Parcel Number: 253005367500000091
Zoning: R3
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LYTLES FIRST ADD DB E PG 491 LOT 9 E1/2 & E 6 FT OF W1/2 OF 9 & THAT PART OF LOT 2 DESC AS BEG 70 FT W OF SE COR OF LOT 2 RUN N 2 FT W 40.38 FT S 2 FT E 40.38 FT TO POB & THAT PART OF LOT 8 LYING W OF OAK AVE
Section: 5
Range: 25
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