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Okeechobee, Florida

Big-lake living without the coastal price tag

48

Homes for sale

$279,900

Median list price

$215

Avg price / sqft

12

Median days on market

Okeechobee is Florida's freshwater town — built around the state's biggest lake and the bass fishing, airboats, and open sky that come with it. Life here leans practical and outdoorsy, with waterfront homes along Taylor Creek, RV resorts, and cattle-country acreage all within the same zip codes. Communities like Buckhead Ridge and Basswood Estates draw anglers and retirees who want space and quiet over sidewalks and traffic.

For buyers, this is one of the more affordable corners of Okeechobee County: the median list price sits at $275,000 with active inventory near 293 homes, so there's room to negotiate. Homes take a median 61 days to sell and sellers are netting about 94% of asking, which tilts leverage toward buyers who do their homework. The mix runs from single-family homes to mobile and manufactured options, and it's worth watching the just reduced listings in a market this patient.

Okeechobee is in Okeechobee County, Florida.

Quick facts

$39,900$648K price range

1,456 sqft median home

$2,100/mo median rent

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The numbers that matter

The Okeechobee market

Balanced

5.2 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.

119

Sold, last 12 months

$265,000

Median sold price

94%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

73 days

Median time to sell

Okeechobee vs Okeechobee County

Median list price

Okeechobee$280K
Okeechobee Co.$280K

Price per sqft

Okeechobee$215
Okeechobee Co.$214

Days on market

Okeechobee12d
Okeechobee Co.12d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

34.0% yr/yr

$156K$229K$301KAug ’23Jul ’26

Homes on the market

65.5% yr/yr

57137217Aug ’23Jul ’26

Homes sold per month

01428Aug ’24Jul ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Okeechobee, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.

For the school run

School zones with homes for sale

Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Okeechobee

01

Lake Okeechobee at the doorstep

With 83 active waterfront listings, canal-front and creek-front living is a realistic option, not a luxury outlier.

02

Affordable entry point

A $275,000 median list price and options under $200,000 keep Okeechobee well below Florida's coastal metros.

03

Room to negotiate

Sellers are averaging 94% of asking over a median 61 days on market, giving buyers real leverage.

04

Retiree-friendly options

61 active 55+ listings plus condo communities like Seminole Cove suit downsizers and seasonal residents.

05

Space and variety

From single-family houses to manufactured and modular homes, the housing mix fits a wide range of budgets.

Population

5,376

Median age

37.7

Median income

$50,365

Median home value

$187,400

What people here are into

Lifestyles

Top 10% 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

Top 11% 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.

Beliefs

Top 11% in the U.S.

Spiritual Practices

Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.

Attitudes

Top 12% in the U.S.

Deal Seekers

These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.

Hobbies & Interests

Top 12% in the U.S.

Handcrafted

The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.

Relationships

Top 13% in the U.S.

Connected Motherhood

Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Okeechobee home

$1,968/mo

Principal & interest $1,475
Property tax $75
HOA / fees $208
Insurance (est.) $210

$279,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

23%

In a FEMA flood zone

Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment

$2,100/mo

Median rent

9 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Okeechobee real estate FAQs

Is Okeechobee a good place to live?+

It suits people who value the outdoors — fishing, boating, and wide-open land — over urban amenities and short commutes. The town is quiet and lake-focused, with schools like Everglades, Seminole, and Central serving local families. If waterfront access matters, the 83 active waterfront homes make it one of Florida's most attainable big-lake communities.

Is Okeechobee expensive?+

No — it's among the more affordable markets in the region, with a median list price of $275,000 and homes ranging from $39,900 up past $1 million. You can browse by price to find entry-level options well under the median. Rentals run a median of about $2,050 a month.

What do homes cost in Okeechobee?+

The median list price is $275,000 and the average price per square foot is about $280, on a median home size near 1,400 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 432 homes sold at a median of $265,000. There are also 11 active listings above $1 million for buyers at the top end.

How is the Okeechobee housing market right now?+

There are roughly 293 active listings, and homes are taking a median of 61 days to sell — a slower pace that favors buyers. Sellers are getting about 94% of asking on average, so there's typically room to negotiate. Watching the just reduced listings is a smart move in this environment.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

Where an HOA applies, the median fee is about $208 a month, though many single-family and rural properties carry none. Median property tax runs around $1,704 a year, which is modest for Florida. Fees are most common in condo and 55+ communities like Seminole Cove.

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