Located in the desirable Viking/Prairie area, this rare 5-acre opportunity offers space, privacy, and long-term potential. The two front lots along 278th are fully fenced and gated, with two ponds. The property is partially cleared, providing a great head start while still maintaining natural privacy. Perfect for those seeking freedom and flexibility, the land allows animals, recreational vehicles, and outdoor toys. The property may qualify for an agricultural exemption, making it ideal for farming, grazing, homesteading, or creating a private rural retreat. Whether you're looking to build, invest, or simply enjoy wide-open space, this property offers endless possibilities in a peaceful, fast-growing area of Okeechobee County.
Sold for $118,000
$118,000
15729 NW 278th Street, Okeechobee, FL 34972
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5Acres
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5 Acres Lot
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$1,770 Estimated rent
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Two pondsMaintaining natural privacy
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Listed by:
Daniel Castaneda 772-200-5418,
American Realty of PSL LLC,
Jennifer Hyde 954-818-8652,
American Realty of PSL LLC
Bought with:
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Source: BeachesMLS,MLS#: R11150213
Originating MLS: BeachesMLS
Originating MLS: BeachesMLSFacts & features
Property
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: 5-10 Acres, Agricultural, Residential Lot
- Residential vegetation: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 12434330a0000023f000
- Zoning: res/ag
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, None
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Okeechobee
- Subdivision: SOUTHERN COLONIZATION COMPANY
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Dirt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Sold | $118,000-5.5% |
Source:  BeachesMLS #R11150213 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $124,900+79.7% |
Source: BeachesMLS #RX-11150213 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2021 | Sold | $69,500+484.8% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2018 | Sold | $11,885+864.7% |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2010 | Sold | $1,232 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,356 +4.8% | $55,171 +10% |
| 2024 | $1,294 +5.5% | $50,155 +3.6% |
| 2023 | $1,227 +7.6% | $48,400 +16.8% |
| 2022 | $1,140 +37% | $41,450 +76.4% |
| 2021 | $832 +6.9% | $23,500 +17.8% |
| 2020 | $779 | $19,950 +185% |
| 2019 | $779 +116.3% | $7,000 +12% |
| 2018 | $360 | $6,250 |
| 2017 | -- | $6,250 |
| 2016 | $312 | $6,250 +4.2% |
| 2015 | $312 +0.8% | $6,000 +20% |
| 2014 | $309 | $5,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $5,000 +33.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $3,750 |
| 2011 | -- | $3,750 +100% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,875 -40% |
| 2009 | -- | $3,125 |
| 2008 | -- | $3,125 |
| 2007 | -- | $3,125 -87.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $24,510 +84.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $13,276 +64.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $8,062 +74.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $4,622 +301.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,150 +15% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $1,000 |
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Neighborhood: 34972
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- 2/10Seminole Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 17.6 mi
- 4/10Yearling Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 18.6 mi
- 3/10Okeechobee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 18.8 mi
- Florida
- Okeechobee County
- Okeechobee
- 34972
- 15729 NW 278th Street
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