Homes for sale in
Lorida, Florida
Rural quiet on the edge of Lake Istokpoga
4
Homes for sale
$394,500
Median list price
$308
Avg price / sqft
93
Median days on market
Lorida sits in the flatlands of Highlands County, a small unincorporated pocket of central Florida where pastureland, citrus groves, and the wide waters of Lake Istokpoga set the pace. This is country living for people who want space, fishing access, and a mailbox at the end of a long driveway rather than a subdivision entrance sign. Expect mobile and manufactured homes on generous parcels, a few single-family homes scattered between, and plenty of raw land & lots for anyone building their own version of it.
The market here is tiny and slow-moving, which cuts both ways for a buyer. There are just four active listings right now with a median list price of $394,500, while the six homes that actually sold over the past year closed at a median of $122,500 — a wide gap that tells you pricing and property type vary enormously here. Homes sit an average of 92.5 days before selling, and sellers are netting about 89% of asking, so there's real room to negotiate if you're patient and can browse by price to find the right fit.
Lorida is in Highlands County, Florida.
Quick facts
$85,000 – $580K price range
1,246 sqft median home
Leans buyer right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Lorida
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$350,000
1833 E SUNNYSIDE DRIVE, LORIDA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,512 sqft
$580,000
1321 BLUFF HAMMOCK ROAD, LORIDA
3 bd · 2 ba · 980 sqft
$439,000$449,000
623 RACOON LANE, LORIDA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,644 sqft
$85,000$90,000
28 BASIN STREET, LORIDA
1 bd · 1 ba · 600 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lorida market
Leans buyer
8.0 months of inventory
Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.
6
Sold, last 12 months
$122,500
Median sold price
89%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
19 days
Median time to sell
Lorida vs Highlands County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 15.6% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 50.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Lorida, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Beyond the listings
Living in Lorida
Lake Istokpoga country
Lorida borders one of Florida's largest lakes, a draw for anglers and anyone who wants water without a coastal price tag.
Room to spread out
The active mix leans toward mobile and manufactured homes on land, with the median home size around 1,246 square feet.
A buyer's pace
With homes averaging 92.5 days on market and sellers accepting about 89% of asking, there's genuine negotiating room.
Low tax bills
Median annual property tax runs about $1,577, keeping the cost of ownership light for a rural property.
Homes with a pool
Two of the four current listings include a pool, a practical feature in the Highlands County heat.
Population
1,762
Median age
56
Median income
$54,989
Median home value
$161,053
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Lifestyles
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.
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.
Beliefs
Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
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.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lorida home
≈ $2,420/mo
$394,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
50%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
Straight answers
Lorida real estate FAQs
Is Lorida a good place to live?+
Lorida suits people who want rural quiet, space, and proximity to Lake Istokpoga rather than shops and services at their doorstep. It's an unincorporated part of Highlands County built around fishing, land, and small-property living. If you value privacy over walkability, it delivers.
Is Lorida expensive?+
Not by Florida standards. Median property tax is roughly $1,577 a year, and the six homes sold in the past 12 months closed at a median of $122,500. The higher list prices you'll see reflect larger parcels and newer construction, so the range is wide.
What do homes cost in Lorida?+
Current active listings range from $85,000 to $580,000 with a median list price of $394,500, though average price per square foot sits around $308. The housing stock is mostly mobile and manufactured homes, with the occasional single-family house — you can browse by price to match your budget.
How is the Lorida housing market right now?+
It's small and slow, with just four homes actively listed and six sales over the past year. Homes take a median of 92.5 days to sell and close at about 89% of asking, so buyers who aren't in a rush have leverage. Keep an eye on anything just reduced for the best openings.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no meaningful HOA presence here — none of the current listings are in gated or HOA communities, so ongoing fees are rare. Property taxes are modest, with a median around $1,577 per year, which keeps carrying costs low on rural parcels.
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