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  • 7950 Highway 78 W

    Okeechobee, FL 34974

    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

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    Stay warm this winter and enjoy the pool, clubhouse, recreation center with pool tables, bocci ball, and social activities in this retirement community. 1BR, 1BA, Park Model RV in gated 55+ community - at least one person must be 55+. New flooring throughout, freshly painted/updated living area. Parking for boat and vehicle without disconnecting (where covered trailer is pictured in the photos). Multi-ramp access to Lake Okeechobee (Scott Driver or Okee-Tanti) located two miles from community. Docks and fish cleaning station in community, but must pass through locks to access lake from community ramp/dock area. Perfect for the avid fisherman, or a couple just looking for a warm refuge during the winter. Fish cleaning station located in the complex. Okeechobee is a small bustling city with many restaurants, Walmart, Home Depot, and everything one could need within 8 minutes of our location. The community is approximately 1 hour from Jetty Park and Ft. Pierce Beach, and 2 hours from Ft. Myers and the Sanibel Island area. Numerous parks and a bike path encompass Lake Okeechobee, which is touted to have the best bass fishing in the country. Minimum rental is two weeks for $750. Monthly is $1200, and bookings begin and end on Saturdays (available year round). Trash, water, sewer, propane for cooking, and electricity up to $100 per month included, but there is an additional cleaning fee of $100 for all bookings regardless of length of stay. Any electric over $100 will be billed monthly (We have never been an electric bill over $100 as of the date this is written). Refundable deposit of $500 required for short term stays (30 days or less), $1000 for rentals over 30 days. Requires an application that must be approved by the Community HOA. Small dogs allowed with additional deposit. No Smoking deposit will be forfeited if residence has been smoked in. Available year round but requires approximately two to three weeks advanced notice to book (in order to complete application and get approval from HOA). January through March is already reserved, book your stay now! Stay warm this winter and enjoy the pool, clubhouse, recreation center with pool tables, bocci ball, and social activities in this retirement community. 1BR, 1BA, Park Model RV in gated 55+ community - at least one person must be 55+. Parking for boat and vehicle without disconnecting (where covered trailer is pictured in the photos). Multi-ramp access to Lake Okeechobee (Scott Driver or Okee-Tanti) located two miles from community. Perfect for the avid fisherman, or a couple just looking for a warm refuge during the winter. Okeechobee is a small bustling city with many restaurants, Walmart, Home Depot, and everything one could need within 8 minutes of our location. The community is approximately 1 hour from Jetty Park and Ft. Pierce Beach, and 2 hours from Ft. Myers and the Sanibel Island area. Numerous parks and a bike path encompass Lake Okeechobee, which is touted to have the best bass fishing in the country. Weekly rate $500, two weeks $750, monthly $1200, and bookings begin and end on Fridays. All utilities included, but there is an additional cleaning fee of $100 for all bookings regardless of length of stay. Refundable deposit of $500 required. Requires an application that must be approved by the Community HOA. Small dogs allowed with additional deposit. No Smoking deposit will be forfeited if residence has been smoked in. Booked January to March 2026. Requires approximately two weeks advanced notice to book (in order to complete application and get approval from HOA). Newly listed, so calendar wide open for this winter

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    Appliances
    • Dryer
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    Heating
    • Heat pump

    Neighborhood: 34974

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    Centered on the canals and marshy edges of Lake Okeechobee, 34974 offers a laid-back, outdoorsy lifestyle with big-sky sunsets, bass boats at first light, and a friendly small-town vibe. Summers are hot with afternoon thunderstorms, winters are mild, and weekends revolve around fishing, airboat tours, birding on the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail, and picnics at Lock 7 and Scott Driver Park. Daily needs are easy at Publix, Winn-Dixie, and Walmart on US-441; coffee and bites at Nutmeg's Cafe; local flavor at Lightsey's Seafood and Cowboy's BBQ; and workouts at Anytime Fitness, with errands covered at nearby shopping plazas and quick access via US-441 and SR-70. The area’s ranching roots and seasonal festivals add character, while roomy lots and canal-front neighborhoods feel both family- and pet-friendly. According to Zillow Rental Manager Market Trends, recent months show a local median asking rent around $1,450, with most listings ranging roughly $1,100-$2,000 per month.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What schools are assigned to 7950 Highway 78 W?

    The schools assigned to 7950 Highway 78 W include South Elementary School, Osceola Middle School, and Okeechobee High School.

    Does 7950 Highway 78 W have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, 7950 Highway 78 W has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is 7950 Highway 78 W in?

    7950 Highway 78 W is in the 34974 neighborhood in Okeechobee, FL.