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#A11819744, Vicki Anderson, Listing office: Anderson Realty
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About 1209 5th St
BUCKHEAD RIDGE – LAKE OKEECHOBEE ACCESS Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home perfectly positioned between two canals—a rare and spectacular setting! Enjoy the convenience of a private boat slip and a spacious yard that extends to the second canal, offering serene water views in both directions. This well-maintained home features: Updated electrical Durable metal roof Finished attic space for extra storage or bonus living area Lanai with stunning sunrise and sunset views Located at the end of a quiet road in the desirable homes-only section of Buckhead Ridge, this is an ideal retreat for water lovers, nature enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a peaceful getaway.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size865 sqft
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1970
MLS #OK225289
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontCanal
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Waterfront: Canal
- Exterior: Hurricane Shutters, Storage
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $235,000
- Price/SqFt: $271
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,639
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take SR 78 to 5th Street, turn left, go down to end and home is on the left hand side.
- Year Built: 1970
- Living Area: 865 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: OK225289
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: ANDERSON REALTY
- Office Phone: (863) 634-4106
- Listing Agent: Vicki Anderson
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,825 | $2,639 |
| 2022 | $59,053 | $385 |
| 2021 | $57,333 | $394 |
| 2019 | $53,205 | $383 |
| 2018 | $52,213 | $378 |
| 2017 | $51,139 | $378 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
South Elementary School
Public District KG-5
6.4 mi
•2468 SW 7th Ave
3
Central Elementary School
Public District KG-5
7.5 mi
•610 SW 5th Ave
4
Everglades Elementary School
Public District KG-5
8.9 mi
•3725 SE 8th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,720. The majority of Okeechobee, FL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
40%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
42%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
6%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
43%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Oldsmobile
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1209 5th St
The listing price of 1209 5th St property is $235,000.
The property 1209 5th St is a house located in Okeechobee, Florida, 34974.
Active Listing: 1209 5th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1209 5th St are: South Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Central Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Everglades Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Osceola Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Yearling Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pemayetv Emahakv Charter Our Way School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Okeechobee Virtual Franchise (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Osceola High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Okeechobee Achievement Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,639 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1209 5th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1209 5th St is 865 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1209 5th St is 1970.
This home is located at 1209 5th St in Okeechobee, FL and zip code 34974. This 865 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $235,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Okeechobee, FL there were more than 4 sold above asking price, over 14 sold below and more than 2 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Okeechobee, FL decreased by 0.8% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $297,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 138 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.