Distinctive and Vibrant
Beneath iconic majestic oaks, and among the familiar azaleas, the historic city of Bartow, Florida thrives. The silver dome of the old historic courthouse rises above century-old oaks and shines like a beacon in the warm sun.

You Have Arrived.
Connect with the comfort of tradition and experience the excitement of opportunity. Bartow is a diverse community that enjoys the ambiance of small town America, while embracing its role as a bustling capital city of one of Florida’s most strategic counties.

Beautifully adorned mansions remind one of a bygone era. However, those new to Bartow will discover that there’s much more to the city than its links to the region’s rich history. Bartow is fast becoming the up-and-coming place to live, work and play.

Opportunity Abounds
When you have a warm climate, amazing nature sites, state and nationally-recognized schools, an emerging arts scene, museums, world-renowned tourist attractions and global trade facilities located in your back yard, it’s no wonder that people are taking notice.

The quality of life can be measured by any number of social and economic factors. People should be able to celebrate and live life to its fullest. Bartow is nostalgic hometown America combined with an innovative forward-thinking spirit.

Compassionate, Diverse and Visionary
The Bartow community is very much about families. Youth are encouraged with top notch primary, middle and secondary schools that embrace education with learning opportunities not often found in a small community setting. And, when they graduate, some of the state’s top colleges and universities are within driving distance.