
18721 NW 278TH STREET, OKEECHOBEE, FL, 34972
Active10 days on marketListed Oct 27, 2026MLS #A4710977
About this home
18721 NW 278TH STREET
Discover 1.25 acres of vacant land in Viking Estates, Okeechobee. This high-and-dry, partially cleared parcel offers a head start on your plans while preserving its natural Florida setting. Enjoy the space and privacy of rural acreage with no HOA and room to explore recreational, agricultural, or future development possibilities. Lake Okeechobee’s fishing and boating are within driving distance, and Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park offers even more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a weekend retreat, a place to pursue your land ownership goals, or a long-term investment, this property is full of potential.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
1.25 ac
Lot size
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$386 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 7.5%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$386/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
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Where it sits
Inside Okeechobee
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OKEECHOBEE 34972 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
20,066
Median age
37.9
Median income
$61,040
Median home value
$220,000
Avg household
2.77
Households w/ children
2,548
The numbers that matter
The Okeechobee market
$166K → $262K
Okeechobee median sold, yr/yr
95.3%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Okeechobee, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 48% below the OKEECHOBEE 34972 median. See the full Okeechobee market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 18721 NW 278TH STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$369,900
16803 NW 288TH STREET
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,291 sqft · $287/sqft · 24 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$455,000
17255 NW 272ND STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,296 sqft · $351/sqft · 93 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$235,000
19033 NW 262ND STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,493 sqft · $157/sqft · 8 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Chad Creech
President, Commercial and Development Services · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 18721 NW 278TH STREET — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 18721 NW 278TH STREET — before you fall in love.
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Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
18721 NW 278TH STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 18721 NW 278TH STREET?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 7.5%, the all-in payment lands around $386/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 18721 NW 278TH STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $434. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Okeechobee?+
At $26,000, this home is listed about 91% below the Okeechobee median of $287,450. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
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Listing courtesy of FLATFEE.COM · Cliff Glansen. MLS #A4710977.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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