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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Bartow

I like to live in a community with good greenery, convenient transportation, restaurants, shopping malls nearby, so that I can spend a good time with my family and children

My neighborhood is silent,filled with walkable restaurants,well maintained yards,nice scenic views and mostly older buildings. I love going to bars with my wife

Best shops and hops and they have the very best of what they offer in the vicinity plus it is the good and reliable

My community is very safe and the environment is very good. Feel safe having packages left on doorstep

This community is very convenient. We have fast food restaurants nearby, like KFC, McDonald's, and I often go there with my family.

is great and quality and perfect join because is excellent service and good hood restaurant bars shops

Who Lives Here

Bartow Demographics

Education

High School

35%

Associate's

17%

Bachelor's

10%

Master's

3%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

46%

3 people

20%

4 people

22%

5 people

7%

6+ people

5%

Household Income

0-50k

51%

50-100k

32%

100-150k

12%

150-200k

3%

200k+

3%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

15%

20-45

32%

45-65

25%

65+

16%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Bartow?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

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*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Bartow

Bartow Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

35%

15-30 Mins

37%

30-40 Mins

16%

40-60 Mins

7%

60+ Mins

6%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3131

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 8 of 12 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 9 of 12 renters

Percentage: 5252

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

No

Say 7 of 12 renters

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Parks

Things To Do In Bartow

Top Score

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 38% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 26% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bartow serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 38% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 10% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Bartow.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 53% more parks than average
  3. 18% more parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Bartow.

  1. A high number of shops per resident
  2. An average number of shops
  3. Significantly more shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 36% fewer gyms than average
  3. Significantly more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bartow could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 23% more pet facilities than average
  3. 17% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Bartow's access to medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 37% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 43% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. A high number of gas stations per resident
  2. 12% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 9% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 65% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 66% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 70% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 52% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An all around mediocre performance for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 75% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 50% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Bartow Features

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 11 of 12 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 10 of 12 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 10 of 12 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 10 of 12 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 9 of 12 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 9 of 12 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 9 of 12 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 8 of 12 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 8 of 12 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 8 of 12 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 7 of 12 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 7 of 12 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 6 of 12 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 7 of 12 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 7 of 12 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 7 of 12 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 8 of 12 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 9 of 12 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 9 of 12 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 10 of 12 renters

Bartow Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Bartow

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What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Bartow, FL

Bartow, Florida is a town with just under 19,000 residents. Families with young children will fit right in, as kids under 5 account for an above-average percentage of the community. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just under 38, is younger than most cities in Florida. Renters tend to be in the minority in Bartow, and 62% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $857 per month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Florida. Each month, renters in Bartow will save around $297 compared to the state average.

Bartow residents have an average commute of about 23 minutes, quicker than the Florida average of about 29 minutes. Driving is the prevailing mode of getting to work, opted for by 38% of residents, while public transit is not used. Not many workers commute on foot.

There are two primary industries in Bartow: entertainment and retail. Combined, these industries make up 11% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 7% of the city's population works in sales, making it the top field in the city. With an average annual income of around $57,000, Bartow workers bring in less than the average Florida resident. Bartow's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345. Bartow has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 who possess a high school degree or equivalent (26%) compared to the national average. Furthermore, 9% have a Bachelor's degree and 3% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree.

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