The Grove at
Stuart Crossing

Newer single-residential community · Polk County · ZIP 33830

A newer Meritage Homes single-residential neighborhood inside the 700 acre Stuart Crossing plan in Bartow, the residential read for buyers comparing new construction in Polk County.

Meritage Homes builderStuart Crossing master planBartow single-family

Live Market Pulse

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Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is an active builder community inside a larger planned development, so the honest read is the floor plan and series, the HOA, the amenity timeline, and the builder warranty, not a resale-only average. Confirm every line with the builder and the current HOA documents for the exact homesite.

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Jon's Current Read

"The Grove at Stuart Crossing is a Meritage Homes single-residential neighborhood inside the larger Stuart Crossing planned development in Bartow, so the read is a new-construction read: the value drivers are the series and floor plan you choose, the lot and elevation, the HOA and any community development district financing, and the pace at which the master plan amenities and surrounding commercial actually deliver. Stuart Crossing is a roughly 700 acre mixed use plan with a master plan calling for about 592 single-family homesites plus apartments, retail, and a hospital, per local reporting in 2023, so part of your bet is on Bartow growth and the buildout finishing as planned. As a newer build the homes carry current energy and structural standards and a builder warranty, which generally helps early ownership, but a community still filling in means the amenity package and the commercial nearby may not all be open on day one. Your leverage is reading the series pricing, the HOA budget, any CDD assessment, and the buildout timeline honestly before you commit to a homesite."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The Grove at Stuart Crossing is a single-family home community by Meritage Homes in Bartow, Polk County, Florida, ZIP 33830 (Meritage Homes community pages and listing aggregators, 2026). It sits inside the larger Stuart Crossing planned development off Ernest M. Smith Boulevard near US 98 on the north side of Bartow, the Polk County seat.

Stuart Crossing is a roughly 700 acre mixed use planned development whose plan includes about 592 single-family homes plus apartments, retail, restaurants, a hospital, and set-aside green space, with construction underway and the first residential move-ins expected in early 2024 (ABC Action News and Tampa Bay 28, 2023). The Grove is the Meritage single-family piece of that plan, marketed across Classic, Premier, and Signature series floor plans with open concept layouts.

Because this is an active builder community inside a master plan, the money is made or lost on the floor plan and series, the homesite, the HOA and any community development district financing, and the buildout timeline, not on a resale-only address average. The drivers are the base price and options by series, the lot and elevation, the HOA budget, and how quickly the planned amenities and surrounding commercial open.

The pitch is newer single-family living in a growing part of Bartow with quick access to US 98 and US 17, positioning the community for commuters to Lakeland and the wider Polk County area. The work is the diligence: read the builder contract and warranty, confirm the HOA and any CDD assessment, and check the amenity and commercial timeline before you buy.

Quick Match

Who The Grove at Stuart Crossing is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want newer single-family construction with a builder warranty
Buyers comfortable in a community and master plan that is still filling in
Commuters who value quick access to US 98 and US 17 near Bartow
Buyers who will read the series pricing, the HOA, and any CDD closely

Probably not for

Buyers who want an established neighborhood with mature trees and resale stock
Anyone unwilling to verify the HOA, any CDD, and the buildout timeline
Buyers who need every planned amenity and shop open on day one
Buyers who want a large acreage or rural homesite rather than a planned lot

Market Pulse

How The Grove at Stuart Crossing is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current The Grove at Stuart Crossing listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Other Bartow new construction or Bartow. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in The Grove at Stuart Crossing buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

The Grove at Stuart Crossing on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The Club & Membership

15-Second Take

Optional, member-owned club, separate from the POA
~$30M renovation underway, 2026 to 2028
18-hole course, clubhouse, pool, 10 clay courts
Strong value vs Ponte Vedra clubs
Budget the membership separately from the home

The Grove at Stuart Crossing is a Meritage Homes single-residential community inside the larger Stuart Crossing planned development in Bartow, so the lifestyle is newer single-family living in a master plan that is still filling in. Marketing for Stuart Crossing describes planned amenities including a resort-style pool, clubhouse, fitness center, pickleball courts, playground, dog park, and trails, set within a roughly 700 acre plan that also includes apartments, retail, restaurants, a hospital, and set-aside green space. Amenity status, HOA rules, and any CDD vary as the community builds, so confirm what is open now and what each home includes with the builder and HOA before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The Grove at Stuart Crossing trades an established address for newer construction inside a growing Bartow master plan, with US 98 and US 17 close and Lakeland a manageable drive.

Drive times from the community. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact homesite and routine.

US 98 (Bartow Highway)~1 to 5 min · corridor access

Downtown Bartow and Main Street~5 to 10 min · county seat

BayCare Bartow Hospital~5 min · within the plan

US 17~5 to 10 min · regional route

Lakeland~20 to 30 min · via US 98

Tampa~50 to 70 min · longer commute

Orlando~60 to 80 min · longer drive

Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic and the specific homesite. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

The Grove at Stuart Crossing (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Polk County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

The Grove at Stuart Crossing is served by Polk County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any The Grove at Stuart Crossing address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at The Grove at Stuart Crossing: the 700 acre Stuart Crossing buildout in Bartow, Meritage Homes new construction inside it, and Polk County growth along the US 98 corridor. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in The Grove at Stuart Crossing

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around The Grove at Stuart Crossing, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishBartow growth and a large mixed use plan support demand, with the watch items being the pace of the buildout, the HOA and any CDD carrying cost, and how quickly the planned amenities and commercial open.

Stuart Crossing 700 acre planned development underway

2023

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

A large mixed use plan with homes, apartments, retail, and a hospital anchors the community and supports long-term demand as it builds out.

Bartow population growth expected to roughly double

2023

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

City leaders projected Bartow growth over the coming years, which can support housing demand but also adds traffic and new supply.

Meritage Homes new construction with builder warranty

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Newer build standards and a builder warranty generally help early ownership compared with older resale stock.

HOA and possible CDD carrying cost

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

An HOA and any community development district assessment shape the real monthly math, so both must be read for the exact homesite.

Community and amenities still building out

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

A plan that is still filling in means some amenities and nearby commercial may not be open at move-in, so confirm the timeline.

US 98 and US 17 corridor access near Bartow

Ongoing

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Quick access to US 98 and US 17 supports commutes to Lakeland and the wider Polk County area, underpinning the location case.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting The Grove at Stuart Crossing, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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May 2023
Development
Bartow's 700 acre Stuart Crossing development gets underway
Local reporting described Stuart Crossing as a 700 acre mixed use development in Bartow with a plan for 592 homes and 288 apartments plus shops, restaurants, and 200 acres of recreation and conservation, with the first residential move-ins expected in early 2024 and city leaders projecting Bartow's population could roughly double over the coming years. Why it matters: A large mixed use plan anchors the community and the Bartow growth story, though the value read still depends on the pace of buildout and the carrying costs per homesite. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The The Grove at Stuart Crossing buying strategy.

If we were buying in The Grove at Stuart Crossing, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Compare the series and floor plans first. Classic, Premier, and Signature carry different sizes and pricing, so match the plan and options to your budget before you fall for a model home.

Confirm the HOA and any community development district. Newer Polk County master plans often layer a CDD assessment on top of the HOA, which changes the real carrying cost, so verify both for the exact homesite.

Read the builder contract and warranty. Get the structural and systems warranty terms, the included features, and the option pricing in writing from Meritage before you sign.

Check the amenity and commercial timeline. Stuart Crossing is still building out, so confirm which amenities, shops, and the hospital are open now versus planned for later.

Pick the lot and elevation carefully. In a new community the homesite, the orientation, and drainage set value within the plan, so walk the lot and confirm grading and any premiums.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-sited floor plan in the series that fits your budget with a documented HOA and CDD read

Biggest Risk

Underbudgeting the HOA and any CDD assessment, and the buildout finishing slower than planned

Best Lot

A homesite with good orientation and drainage, with any lot premium confirmed

Smart Timing

Confirm series pricing, HOA, CDD, and the amenity timeline before you sign

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

The Grove at Stuart Crossing Homes For Sale

What your money buys in The Grove at Stuart Crossing.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in The Grove at Stuart Crossing today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Plan

A smaller Classic series floor plan, the affordable way into the community, where layout and homesite drive value.

Lowest entry

The Core Home

A mid-size Premier series plan with popular options, the heart of the community resale and new inventory.

Most inventory

The Top

A larger Signature series plan on a premium homesite with the most upgrades, the homes that anchor the high end of the community.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry Plan

A smaller Classic series floor plan, the affordable way into the community, where layout and homesite drive value.

The Core Home

A mid-size Premier series plan with popular options, the heart of the community resale and new inventory.

The Top

A larger Signature series plan on a premium homesite with the most upgrades, the homes that anchor the high end of the community.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in The Grove at Stuart Crossing, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in The Grove at Stuart Crossing is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well The Grove at Stuart Crossing holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Home ageNewer Meritage construction with builder warranty

HOA and CDD carrying costConfirm HOA dues and any CDD assessment

Buildout and amenity timelineMaster plan still filling in, verify what is open

Location and corridor accessNear US 98 and US 17 in growing Bartow

Lot and homesiteOrientation and drainage vary, walk the lot

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The Grove at Stuart Crossing

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The Grove at Stuart Crossing is a newer builder community inside a master plan, not a resale average. The deal is won or lost on the series and floor plan, the homesite, the HOA and CDD, and the buildout timeline.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.2B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.0/10

Renovation Risk3.0/10

Location Efficiency7.1/10

Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on The Grove at Stuart Crossing is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

In a new plan, the floor plan and homesite set value
Lot orientation and drainage matter, walk the site
Confirm any lot premium before you commit
Read the HOA and any CDD before the finishes
Check the amenity and commercial buildout timeline

In a newer builder community, the part of your money the market protects is the floor plan and series, the homesite, and how completely the master plan delivers. A well-sited plan on a good lot with a funded HOA and a clear CDD picture holds value better than a home where the buildout stalls or the carrying costs surprise you. The home is new; the lot, the orientation, and the surrounding plan are what you cannot change. Read the HOA, any CDD, the warranty, and the buildout timeline first, then price the plan and options against them.

The 15-Second Verdict

The Grove at Stuart Crossing in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want newer single-family construction with a builder warranty in growing Bartow.

Biggest advantageA Meritage Homes build inside a 700 acre master plan with planned amenities and commercial.

Biggest riskHOA and CDD carrying cost and a buildout that may deliver slower than planned.

Sweet spotA well-sited floor plan in the right series with the HOA and CDD documented.

Avoid ifYou want an established neighborhood with mature trees and resale stock.

HOA, CDD & Builder Warranty

15-Second Take

Confirm the HOA dues and what they cover
Ask whether a CDD assessment applies and the amount
Read the Meritage structural and systems warranty
Check which amenities are open now versus planned
Verify lot premiums and any options pricing

This is a planned single-residential community, so a homeowners association applies and typically covers common-area maintenance and the shared amenities. Newer Polk County master plans like this often also carry a community development district assessment on the tax bill that funds infrastructure, which is separate from the HOA. Confirm the current HOA dues, any CDD assessment, and what each covers for the exact homesite.

HOA dues on a community like this generally cover common-area landscaping, shared amenities such as a pool and clubhouse where built, and community upkeep. A CDD assessment, if present, funds and repays infrastructure such as roads, utilities, and stormwater over time. Owners still carry their own homeowner insurance and maintain their own home and yard. Verify exactly what the HOA covers, whether a CDD applies, and the builder warranty terms.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a The Grove at Stuart Crossing buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxPolk County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in The Grove at Stuart Crossing.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in The Grove at Stuart Crossing

Price to the series, the floor plan, and the homesite, not a plan-wide average.

Selling here means pricing to your specific floor plan, series, and homesite, not a community-wide estimate. The plan, the options and upgrades, the lot and orientation, the condition, and where the master plan buildout stands are what set your number in a newer community.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In The Grove at Stuart Crossing, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Other Bartow new construction, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in The Grove at Stuart Crossing year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Polk County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,609/mo

Polk County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Polk County typical home insurance

No CDD

No community development district bond

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Polk County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

The Grove at Stuart Crossing Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

The Grove at Stuart Crossing is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 58 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,019,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$313

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/8/41

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

It is a Meritage Homes single-residential community in Bartow, Polk County, Florida, ZIP 33830, inside the larger Stuart Crossing planned development off Ernest M. Smith Boulevard near US 98 on the north side of the city.

Who builds The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

It is built by Meritage Homes, marketed across Classic, Premier, and Signature series single-family floor plans (Meritage Homes community pages, 2026). Confirm the current series, plans, and pricing with the builder.

What is Stuart Crossing?

Stuart Crossing is a roughly 700 acre mixed use planned development in Bartow whose plan includes about 592 single-family homes plus apartments, retail, restaurants, a hospital, and green space, with construction underway and first residential move-ins expected in early 2024 (ABC Action News and Tampa Bay 28, 2023).

Is this a new construction community?

Yes. The Grove is an active Meritage Homes community inside a master plan that is still filling in, so newer build standards and a builder warranty apply, while some amenities and surrounding commercial may still be under construction. Confirm what is open now.

What series and floor plans are offered?

Meritage markets Classic, Premier, and Signature series single-family floor plans with open concept layouts, ranging across a span of sizes. Confirm the exact square footage, bedroom count, and options for any specific home and homesite.

Is there an HOA?

Yes, a homeowners association applies to this planned single-residential community, typically covering common-area maintenance and shared amenities. Confirm the current dues and inclusions with the builder and the HOA documents for the exact homesite.

Is there a CDD assessment?

Newer Polk County master plans like this often carry a community development district assessment on the tax bill that funds infrastructure, separate from the HOA. Confirm whether a CDD applies to this community and the amount before you buy.

What amenities does the community have?

Marketing for Stuart Crossing describes planned amenities such as a resort-style pool, clubhouse, fitness center, pickleball courts, playground, dog park, and trails, with set-aside green space. Confirm which amenities are built and open now versus planned, since the community is still filling in.

What is the commute like?

The community sits near US 98 and US 17 in Bartow, positioning it for commuters to Lakeland and the wider Polk County area, with Tampa and Orlando reachable as longer drives. Confirm real drive times for your routine.

What schools serve the community?

It is part of Polk County Public Schools, with assignment by address that can change. Confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the specific homesite, and note that magnet and choice options may apply.

Is this an age-restricted community?

No public source indicates The Grove at Stuart Crossing is age-restricted. It is marketed as a single-residential community. Confirm the community type and any restrictions with the builder and HOA documents.

Is The Grove at Stuart Crossing a good investment?

A newer single-family home in a growing part of Bartow inside a large master plan supports demand, but this is new construction, so the series pricing, the HOA and any CDD, and the buildout timeline drive the outcome. This is not a guarantee of future value; read the documents and the math.

How does it compare to other Bartow new construction?

Other newer communities around Bartow and Polk County compete on builder, series pricing, HOA and CDD, and amenities. Which is the better buy depends on your budget, floor plan needs, and how complete each community already is. Compare the active builder pricing and the carrying costs.

What should I verify before buying?

Confirm the series and floor plan pricing, the HOA dues, any CDD assessment, the Meritage warranty terms, the lot premium and grading, and which amenities and nearby commercial are open now versus planned, all for the exact homesite.

Who is the best real estate agent for The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

The best agent for The Grove at Stuart Crossing is one who actively works Bartow and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for The Grove at Stuart Crossing.

How do I find a top Bartow real estate agent who knows The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows The Grove at Stuart Crossing and the wider Bartow area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your The Grove at Stuart Crossing purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want newer single-family construction with a builder warrantyExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable in a community and master plan still filling inExcellent fit

Commuters who value quick access to US 98 and US 17 near BartowExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the series pricing, the HOA, and any CDDExcellent fit

Buyers who want a home with current energy and structural standardsExcellent fit

Buyers who want an established neighborhood with mature treesProbably not

Anyone unwilling to verify the HOA, any CDD, and the buildout timelineProbably not

Buyers who need every planned amenity and shop open on day oneProbably not

Buyers who want a large acreage or rural homesiteProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget for the HOA plus a possible CDD assessmentProbably not

Get the inside read on The Grove at Stuart Crossing

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your The Grove at Stuart Crossing home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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A Momentum Realty The Grove at Stuart Crossing specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in The Grove at Stuart Crossing - what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

The Grove at Stuart Crossing median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in The Grove at Stuart Crossing, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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The Grove atStuart Crossing

The 60-Second Overview

Who The Grove at Stuart Crossing is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How The Grove at Stuart Crossing is performing right now

The Grove at Stuart Crossing on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Polk County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in The Grove at Stuart Crossing

Stuart Crossing 700 acre planned development underway

Bartow population growth expected to roughly double

Meritage Homes new construction with builder warranty

HOA and possible CDD carrying cost

Community and amenities still building out

US 98 and US 17 corridor access near Bartow

Bartow's 700 acre Stuart Crossing development gets underway

The The Grove at Stuart Crossing buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in The Grove at Stuart Crossing.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well The Grove at Stuart Crossing holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in The Grove at Stuart Crossing

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on The Grove at Stuart Crossing is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

The Grove at Stuart Crossing in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Builder Warranty

Tools for a The Grove at Stuart Crossing buy.

Price to the series, the floor plan, and the homesite, not a plan-wide average.

In The Grove at Stuart Crossing, condition and view decide your number

What is your The Grove at Stuart Crossing home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

The Grove at Stuart Crossing Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in The Grove at Stuart Crossing?

Get the inside read on The Grove at Stuart Crossing

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