1.25 Acres in Okeechobee, FL
17420 Nw 266th St : Okeechobee, FL 34972
Okeechobee County, Florida
Lot Description
Build your dream home on 1.25± acres of Florida countryside. This surveyed parcel offers rural freedom with no HOA restrictions, just 21 miles from Okeechobee and 74 miles from Orlando. Located in a quiet agricultural area with easy access, this property is primed for your dream. The completed boundary survey adds immediate value, ensuring clear lot lines and confident development.
Key Features:
1.25± acres (approx. 303' x 183') of level, usable land
Completed boundary survey included - saving you time, costs, and headache
Legal access via 30±' easement road
Zoned AG - single-family homes allowed
Buildable: Min. 1,000 sq ft home required, 45' max height
Electricity nearby (Glades Electric Cooperative, buyer to ensure availability and cost to connect)
Septic needed (no city utilities)
No Hoa.
No back taxes, 2024 tax: $470.96
21 mi to Okeechobee; 74 mi to Orlando
Property Overview: This 1.25± acre lot sits within the historic Southern Colonization Co subdivision, free from active HOA restrictions. It's zoned Agricultural (Ag), allowing a single-family home (including Hud-Compliant manufactured homes), though mobile homes, RVs, and camping are not permitted. The terrain is flat, with utility easements, setback requirements (50' front, 25' rear/sides), and a 30' access easement on the north boundary.
This property offers the perfect balance of rural freedom and convenient access to some of Florida's best attractions. With AG zoning, you'll have room for gardens, complete privacy, and the possibility of keeping livestock or horses (check local regulations). Lake Okeechobee is nearby for excellent bass fishing and boating, while Sebring offers charming downtown amenities and local flavor. When you need a coastal escape, Vero Beach's beautiful beaches are just over an hour away. The area attracts outdoor enthusiasts with abundant hunting, fishing, and wildlife watching opportunities, all while maintaining that friendly, small-town feel. It's the kind of place where you can truly spread out and enjoy the Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of.
Will require septic installation, and overhead electric lines are along the street for you to connect, serviced by Glades Electric Cooperative (buyer to confirm availability and cost to connect). A completed boundary survey ensures clear property lines-saving you time, money, and headaches during development.
Area Highlights:
Within easy reach of Okeechobee proper, Vero Beach and Sebring
Nearby schools: Seminole Elementary, Yearling Middle, Okeechobee High
Easy access to rivers, lakes, and the best of south-central Florida's natural preserves and trail systems for outdoor recreation
Whether you're looking to build now or invest for the future, this competitively priced rural parcel offers flexibility, privacy, and excellent proximity to Okeechobee's amenities and outdoor recreation.
Payment Notes
$31,497 Cash Price
Private Financing Available to Deserving Buyer with Large Down. Bank financing always welcome.
All Property Details
County: Okeechobee County, Fl
Street: 17420 NW 266th St, Okeechobee, FL, 34972
Parcel number: 1-26-34-33-0A00-00009-J000 (7215)
Size: 1.249 acres
Terrain: Flat
Access: Grassy road
Property zoning: A (Agriculture)
Time to build: No time limit to build
RV's: RV's are not allowed for residency
Mobile homes: No mobile homes/trailers allowed.
Manufactured homes must meet building standards set by US Dept of Housing and Urban Development, county ordinance and FAC (Florida Administrative Code), must be new, and must pass inspection for permitting.
Camping: Camping is not allowed
Short term rentals: Short term rentals are allowed
Tiny homes: Tiny homes are not allowed
HOA: No Hoa
Hoa fee: No HOA fee
Taxes: $470.96 annually (2024)
Electric: Available nearby Glades Electric Cooperative:
Buyer to confirm availability and cost to connect.
Water: Would need to install well
Septic: Would need to install a septic system
Elevation: ~65 ft
Flood zone: Per Fema: Not in a floodzone
Per County: X - Outside 0.2% Annual Chance
For building permits in Okeechobee County, as long as your home and driveway are placed in the upland areas without disturbing any wetlands, the environmental department will conduct a site evaluation with your building plans and provide a letter confirming no wetlands impact-no formal wetland delineation needed.
Building setbacks Front: 50 ft - Sides: 25 ft - Rear: 25 ft
Utilities disclaimer: We do not make recommendations on any vendors. The utilities installer contacts listed are purely for your information. There may be other options available in the area. Please use this information at your own discretion
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Lot Maps & Attachments
Directions to Lot
Starting in Okeechobee (town center) at the intersection of Park and Parrott (US-98), head north on Parrott toward NE 2nd St for 0.3 miles. Turn left onto NW 6th St for 1.2 miles, then turn right onto US-98 N for 13.8 miles. Turn right onto NW 176th Ave for 5.6 miles, then turn left onto NW 240th St for 1.0 mile. Turn right onto NW 192nd Ave/Peavine Trail for 1.0 mile, then turn right onto NW 256th St for 1.0 mile. Turn left onto NW 176th Ave for 0.6 miles, then turn right onto NW 266th St. Your destination at 17420 NW 266th St, Okeechobee, FL 34972 will be on the right in 476 feet.
Approximately ~31 min drive
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