Homes for sale in
Okeechobee County, Florida
Big-lake living where land still comes affordable
46
Homes for sale
$287,500
Median list price
$240
Avg price / sqft
10
Median days on market
Okeechobee County sits at the northern edge of Lake Okeechobee, the kind of place where cattle ranches, fishing camps, and small-town main streets set the pace of life. The county seat of Okeechobee anchors the area, and buyers here trade the traffic of the coasts for space, water access, and a slower rhythm. It's a genuine draw for anglers, retirees, and anyone wanting acreage without a coastal price tag.
The market is compact and moves fast: just 46 active listings with a median list price of $287,500 and homes going under contract in a median of 10 days. There's real range too, from lots and manufactured homes under $40,000 up to $2.8 million estates, so browse by price pays off here. With 18 new construction listings and a handful of waterfront homes, it's a smaller pool where the right property tends not to sit long.
Within a 30-minute drive of the county center
Quick facts
1 cities & towns
$39,900 – $2.8M price range
1,400 sqft median home
$1,998/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Okeechobee County
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$290,000
300 SE 15th Avenue, Okeechobee FL 34974, OKEECHOBEE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,700 sqft
$274,900
17975 NW 266th Street, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 sqft
$279,900
3049 SE 38th Avenue, Okeechobee FL 34974, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,494 sqft
$324,900
3382 NW 19th Avenue, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,256 sqft
$167,000
1601 SE Us Highway 441 # 22, Okeechobee FL 34974, OKEECHOBEE
0 bd · 2 ba · 960 sqft
$238,000
1637 SW 35th Circle, Okeechobee FL 34974, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,512 sqft
$199,900
1531 NE 14th Street, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 1 ba · 864 sqft
$699,000
13500 NW 2nd Avenue, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,884 sqft
$205,000
3524 SW 17th St, Okeechobee FL 34974, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,152 sqft
$265,000
17090 NW 38th Avenue, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,478 sqft
$224,900
2185 NW 3rd Street, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,100 sqft
$299,999
18720 NW 242nd Street, Okeechobee FL 34972, OKEECHOBEE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 sqft
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The Okeechobee County market
Balanced
5.2 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
444
Sold, last 12 months
$265,700
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
69 days
Median time to sell
Okeechobee County vs Florida
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 31.8% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 60.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Okeechobee County, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings.
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Beyond the listings
Living in Okeechobee County
Lake Okeechobee at the door
Six of the active listings are waterfront, reflecting the county's identity as a fishing and boating destination on Florida's largest lake.
Land and value
With a median list price of $287,500 and homes starting under $40,000, this is one of the more affordable corners of central Florida.
Plenty of new builds
Eighteen of the 46 active listings are new construction, giving buyers a real shot at a never-lived-in home.
A fast-moving market
Homes here go under contract in a median of just 10 days, so serious buyers should be ready to act.
Room for every buyer
The housing mix spans single-family homes, manufactured, modular, and mobile homes, plus gated and 55+ options.
Population
40,249
Median age
40.7
Median income
$52,288
Median home value
$179,000
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 24% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Lifestyles
Top 24% in the U.S.Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Active
Outdoor Adventures
Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Okeechobee County home
≈ $2,020/mo
$287,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
26%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$1,998/mo
Median rent
4 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Okeechobee County real estate FAQs
Is Okeechobee County a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who value space, water access, and a small-town pace over coastal density. Sitting on the north shore of Lake Okeechobee, the county is a magnet for anglers and retirees, and the county seat of Okeechobee provides the everyday services. If you want acreage and lake life without big-city traffic, it delivers.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Florida standards — the median list price is $287,500, and listings run all the way down to $39,900 for lots and manufactured homes. At an average of $240 per square foot on a median home size of 1,400 square feet, you can browse by price and find genuine value in most segments.
What do homes cost in Okeechobee County?+
Active listings range from $39,900 to $2.8 million, with a median around $287,500. The mix includes 23 single-family homes alongside 13 manufactured and 7 modular homes, plus two properties above $1 million, so the single-family homes segment is where most buyers focus.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and fast. With only 46 active listings and a median of 10 days on market, well-priced homes don't linger — it pays to watch just reduced listings and be ready to move quickly.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Costs here are modest: the median HOA runs about $208 per month, though many properties carry none, and the median property tax is just $1,043 per year. For comparison, median rent sits near $1,998 per month, which makes buying attractive for many.
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