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Barber Quarters • Basinger • Basswood Estates • *Cypress Quarters • Dixie Ranch Acres • Eagle Island • Fort Drum • Fort Kissimmee• • •
| What is a USDA Loan? |
| The USDA 502 Guaranteed Loan Program is designed to help homebuyers in eligible rural areas secure affordable housing with no down payment required. Backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this loan offers competitive interest rates, flexible credit requirements, and lower mortgage insurance costs compared to conventional loans. Borrowers work with approved lenders, and the USDA provides a guarantee, reducing the lender’s risk and making homeownership more accessible. |
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• Hilolo • Mildred • *Okeechobee • Sherman • *Taylor Creek • Whispering Pines
There are 151 USDA backed residential loans in Okeechobee county with an average loan balance of $102,239. Over 86% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 39 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $108,124. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,389 SqFt. Okeechobee county applies the standard USDA income limits to determine loan eligibility. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $90,300. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit is increased to $119,200.
The size of Okeechobee County is roughly 2,311 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Okeechobee County is 6. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.
A USDA loan is a mortgage option available to eligible homebuyers that is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture to promote homeownership in rural communities. USDA Loans, sometimes called "RD Loans," offer 100% financing options on eligible rural properties. USDAProperties can help you find USDA properties in Okeechobee County.
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Okeechobee County, Florida
.Okeechobee County, located in the southeastern part of the state of Florida, was established on May 8, 1917. It was named after Lake Okeechobee, the largest freshwater lake in Florida, encompassing a vast area of wetlands and cypress swamps. The name "Okeechobee" is derived from the Hitchiti words "oki," meaning "water," and "chubi," meaning "big," which together mean "big water."
Prior to the establishment of the county, the region was inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Seminoles and the Creek. European settlers began to explore the area in the early 19th century, with the Okeechobee region undergoing significant social, economic, and infrastructural growth during the Florida land boom of the 1920s.
Okeechobee County's agricultural heritage is a significant contributor to its local economy, with cattle ranching, dairy farming, and other agricultural activities being prominent industries. The county is also known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, which include fishing, boating, and birdwatching.
A fun fact about this region of the USA is that it is home to the Okeechobee Battlefield, located in the northern part of the county. This historic site is where the Battle of Lake Okeechobee took place during the Second Seminole War in December 1837. The battle, fought between US forces led by Colonel Zachary Taylor and Seminole warriors, was one of the largest and most significant engagements of the Seminole Wars. The Okeechobee Battlefield is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as an important cultural and educational resource in the county.
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browse list of realtors working in Okeechobee CountyOkeechobee county has 4 usdaproperties.com realtors ready to help with your search!
| May 2025 Featured Agents | |
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| Jacqui Vreeken | from BHHS Florida Properties Group |
| Tania Bobe | from MB&A Realty |
| Marsh Ferreira | from M.A.F. Realty, Inc. |
| Codi Fletcher | from Bourgeois Real Estate Group |
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