1290 E GILBERT STREET Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this inviting home located in a desirable, established neighborhood! The property boasts a charming front yard enclosed by a black metal picket fence, perfect for children and pets to play safely. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the covered front porch, featuring rustic red paver bricks and a porch swing overlooking the lush surroundings. Step inside to discover a spacious family room with high cathedral ceilings and a cozy red brick fireplace stretching to the ceiling. Hardwood floors adorn the front family room and all three bedrooms, while the rest of the house features tasteful tile flooring. The kitchen offers ample space with honey-colored wood cabinets, granite countertops, and black appliances. A breakfast bar provides additional seating and opens to the dining area, ideal for hosting gatherings. The dining room offers plenty of space for a large table, perfect for entertaining. A secondary living area at the back of the house leads out to the swimming pool area, offering versatile space for remote work, exercise, or relaxation. This room also features a convenient storage closet. Retreat to the master ensuite, updated with double sink vanities, granite counters, and a spacious walk-in closet in the bedroom. The master bathroom has a step in closet and includes a private water room with a linen closet. Outside, enjoy the Florida sunshine by the swimming pool, enclosed in an oversized screen pool cage with ample deck space for entertaining. The property features mature landscaping, an irrigation system, and rain gutters for added convenience. Additional features include a large 2-car garage with plenty of storage cabinets, a garage door screen, and an oversized driveway with space for multiple vehicles and outdoor toys with no HOA restrictions. So bring your boat, travel trailer and side by sides. RECENT UPDATES within the last 4 years include a Vivint security system with smart control panel, interior glass break sensor and 4 exterior cameras, Ultraviolet (UV) lights in A/C air ducts, a new hot water heater (2020), new pool vac, new garage door opener, front family room has a home theater system with surround sound ceiling speakers, 7.2-channel AV receiver with dual HDMI outputs, WiFi and Bluetooth, Subwoofer and remote, epoxy-coated garage floor including the baseboards, keyless touch pad smart locks on all exterior doors and garage door, upgraded ceiling fans on the front porch, garage and interior rooms, black exterior gooseneck light fixtures, and a Nest thermostat. The AC system, installed in 2018, has been regularly serviced. With no HOA restrictions, this property offers the freedom to customize and enjoy your outdoor lifestyle to the fullest. Location is everything, and this property boasts proximity to downtown Bartow, just 1.5 miles away. Enjoy a lively urban lifestyle with coffee shops, shopping and great dining options all within easy reach. With easy access to Lakeland, Tampa and Orlando via the Polk Parkway and I-4, you'll have quick and easy access to all of Central Florida, as well as hospitals, airports, Walt Disney World, Legoland, and other theme parks, and even the beautiful beaches of Florida! Don't miss the opportunity to make this well-maintained and updated home your own! Schedule your showing today.