16734 NW 242ND, Okeechobee, FL 34972

Prime residential lot opportunity in Okeechobee, Okeechobee County. Situated near major highways, this property offers convenient access to highways (approximately 1.79 miles), M&S Trash Removal (1.84 miles), and Texarican (1.65 miles). The lot is located in Flood Zone X, indicating minimal flood risk outside the 100- and 500-year floodplains with no special elevation requirements or major permitting hurdles for construction.

However, the property contains Wet Prairie Wetlands (Code 6430), classified as protected wetlands. This may restrict development, requiring environmental permits from agencies such as the USACE or local authorities, possible mitigation or avoidance plans, and could significantly limit the buildable area.

Buyer must contact Okeechobee County Planning Department for official verification on allowed residential uses including single-family homes, manufactured homes, or other options, as well as all setbacks, utility availability, and development requirements. The property is available for a self-guided tour. This lot is not available for rent or lease.