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8700 SW 2nd Street
$799,000

8700 SW 2nd Street

WESTEND HEIGHTS · Okeechobee · FL · 34974

Active
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,838
Sq Ft
2023
Year Built
SingleFamilyResidence
Type

Overview

Price per sq ft
$435
Days on market
3
Property taxes
$5,653/yr (2025)
Lot
1.03 acres (44,692 sq ft)

About this home

Welcome home to this beautiful 2023 CBS-built home with a metal roof, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1,838 living square feet on a spacious 1.06-acre lot in Okeechobee. Here, comfort, quality and the Florida lifestyle come together. Step inside to find a chef's kitchen you'll love spending time in, with backlit quartz countertops, a pot filler, a commercial-grade fan and a covered hood, plus soft-close cabinets throughout and a walk-in pantry with custom built-ins. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a built-in closet, a stunning 6-foot copper soaking tub, and a spa-inspired bath with a glass surround and double shower heads. The custom bathrooms throughout boast soft-close cabinetry, while a windmill fan adds a touch of charm to the living room. Impact windows throughout provide added protection and peace of mind. Outside, relax and entertain on the wraparound covered porch with its beautiful tongue and groove wood ceiling, surrounded by mature oak trees and a privacy fence. A screened pool and a whole-house reverse osmosis system ensure year-round enjoyment and pure, great-tasting water. With room to roam on over an acre, you'll have space for hobbies, gatherings and everything your family loves. Located just minutes from the Kissimmee River, state parks and nearby boat ramps, this home puts fishing, boating and outdoor adventure right at your doorstep. Sportsmen will appreciate the convenience of Pine Creek and Quail Creek shooting clubs close by, with hunting, clay pigeon shooting and more. Whether you're looking for a peaceful country retreat or a home base for Florida's great outdoors, this property delivers. Buyer incentives available. Message us for a video walkthrough tour and to set up a private showing.

Property details

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full bathrooms
2
Living area
1,838 sq ft
Flooring
Tile
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Laundry
Laundry Room
Features
Built-in Features, Closet Cabinetry, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior & lot

Construction
CBS
Roof
Metal
Stories
1
Lot size
1.03 acres (44,692 sq ft)
Parking
Driveway, Open

Community

Subdivision
WESTEND HEIGHTS
County
Okeechobee

Listing & financial

Property type
Single Family Residence
Year built
2023
Annual taxes
$5,653 (2025)
Parcel ID
12237340a00000060000
Buyer financing accepted
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Sale type
Standard
MLS #
B26094271

Sale & tax history

This listing

Oct 29, 2026Listed for sale$799,000

Taxes

2025 property taxes: $5,653. In Florida, taxes are re-assessed after a sale, so a new owner's bill can be different (your homestead exemption can lower it).

Full sale and tax history is public at the county property appraiser (parcel ID 12237340a00000060000).

Location

Approximate location. Street View opens in Google Maps where Google has street photos.

Neighborhood

Subdivision
WESTEND HEIGHTS
City
Okeechobee
County
Okeechobee County
Elementary school
South
Middle school
Osceola
High school
Okeechobee

Schools as reported by the listing agent. Always confirm school assignments with the district.

Climate, weather & flood risk

Average temperatures by month

Winters are mild, with highs around 73°F from December to February. The coolest nights come in January (about 53°F); the warmest days in July (about 89°F).

Average daily low and high temperature and average rainfall by month, Fort Pierce
MonthLowRangeHighRain
Jan53°
72°3.0″
Feb55°
74°2.8″
Mar58°
77°3.0″
Apr64°
81°3.6″
May69°
84°4.2″
Jun73°
88°6.2″
Jul74°
89°6.2″
Aug75°
89°7.2″
Sep74°
88°8.2″
Oct70°
84°5.7″
Nov62°
78°3.2″
Dec56°
74°2.4″

Average daily low and high (°F) and monthly rainfall (inches). Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Fort Pierce station (37 mi away). Most rain falls in short summer afternoon showers.

Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment

$5,044/mo

  • Principal & interest$4,040
  • Property taxes$471
  • Home insurance$533

Estimate only, not a loan offer. The rate is an example: ask a lender for today's rates. In Florida, property taxes are re-assessed after a sale, so the seller's last bill is only a starting point; your homestead exemption can lower it. Insurance is a rough estimate; get a real quote, including flood and wind coverage. Talk to a lender we trust →