Community · Okeechobee, FL
Basswood Okeechobee, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
Basswood, Okeechobee, FL, is a community in Okeechobee County with 22 homes for sale right now. Homes here were built between 1966 and 2025.
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Market Overview
Basswood real estate market
There are 22 active listings for sale in Basswood right now. The median list price is $284,000, or about $195 per square foot. Listings span $136,000 to $380,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 129 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Basswood Market Stats
MLS data updated October 10, 2026- Active Listings
- 22
- Median List Price
- $284,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $195
- Avg Days on Market
- 129
- Price Range
- $136,000 to $380,000
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many homes are for sale in Basswood?
- There are 22 active listings for sale in Basswood right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices cluster fairly closely, with the top of the market about 2.8 times the entry level. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Basswood listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Basswood?
- The median list price in Basswood is $284,000, or roughly $195 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Basswood homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $136,000 to $380,000. The median sits near the middle of that range, so Basswood inventory is spread fairly evenly rather than bunched at one end. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Basswood cover?
- Homes for sale in Basswood currently range from about $136,000 at the entry level to $380,000 at the top of the market. That spread reflects lot size, square footage, and finish level across the single-family homes here, with the median list price around $284,000. The spread is moderate, so there is real choice here without the extremes some markets show. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Basswood listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Basswood?
- Homes in Basswood are averaging 129 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a slow pace, so sellers here should expect to price carefully and buyers often have time to compare before committing. Days on market in Basswood also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
About Basswood
Basswood, Okeechobee, FL, is a community in Okeechobee County with 22 homes for sale right now. Homes here were built between 1966 and 2025. Listings update from the MLS nightly.
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Basswood
Homes for sale in Basswood offer 2 to 4 bedrooms and 1 to 2 baths. Floor plans span roughly 1,080 to 1,885 square feet. The mix here includes single family and land homes. Current prices run from $136,000 to $380,000. The homes on the market were built between 1977 and 2026.
Schools
Schools near Basswood
Homes for sale in Basswood are typically zoned for the Okeechobee public schools below, based on current MLS listings. Confirm the exact attendance zone for any specific address with the Okeechobee County school district before you buy.
- Elementary School
- Seminole (Okeechobee)
- Middle School
- Yearling
- High School
- Okeechobee
HOA
Does Basswood have an HOA?
All 22 homes for sale in Basswood right now report no homeowners association. That means no monthly association fee, but also no shared rules or amenities run by an association. Check the listing and the property records for any deed restrictions before you buy.
Recent Sales
Recently sold homes in Basswood
These are the last 6 recorded closings in Basswood, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $227 per square foot. The most recent closed on September 15, 2026. Closed sales are what an appraiser and a buyer's agent will look at, so they are the starting point for pricing a home here.
Sold$30,000
Sold · September 15, 2026
3738 NW 37th Avenue
0 bed · 0 bath
$10,000 under the asking price
Sold$238,000
Sold · August 31, 2026
3496 NW 24TH Avenue
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,081 sqft · $220/sqft
$2,000 under the asking price
Sold$236,000
Sold · July 24, 2026
3307 NW 33rd Avenue
3 bed · 1 bath · 1,052 sqft · $224/sqft
$4,000 under the asking price
Sold$322,000
Sold · July 15, 2026
3310 NW 21st Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,421 sqft · $227/sqft
$17,900 under the asking price
Sold$365,000
Sold · July 6, 2026
3848 NW 19th Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,485 sqft · $246/sqft
$40,100 over the asking price
Sold$337,900
Sold · June 8, 2026
3897 NW 22nd Avenue
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,456 sqft · $232/sqft
See every recorded sale in Basswood or find out what your Basswood home is worth.
Market & Value
Basswood market and home values
The Basswood real estate market reads best through the community's own recent activity, not a county-wide average. The median list price in Basswood is around $284,000, or roughly $195 per square foot. That is close to the Okeechobee County median, so Basswood tracks the broader local market rather than sitting at an extreme. Recent asking prices have run from $136,000 to $380,000, so the home you choose within Basswood matters as much as the community average. Homes here have recently taken about 129 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Basswood market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Basswood carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in Basswood so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
How It Compares
Basswood compared to nearby Okeechobee communities
Basswood sits 5 of 7 on median price among these Okeechobee communities. Price per square foot is the fairer comparison between communities, because it adjusts for the fact that one neighborhood builds bigger homes than another. Days on market shows how quickly each one is actually selling.
| Community | Homes | Median | $/Sq Ft | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Colonization Company | 44 | $364,950 | $266 | 129 |
| Southern Colonization | 41 | $352,450 | $228 | 158 |
| Viking | 17 | $324,000 | $249 | 136 |
| Viking Prairie | 14 | $295,000 | - | 316 |
| Basswood this page | 22 | $284,000 | $195 | 129 |
| Taylor Creek | 19 | $269,000 | $175 | 53 |
| Ancient Oaks Rv Resort | 20 | $89,500 | $155 | 74 |
Medians come from active listings in each community and move as inventory turns over. They describe the homes currently for sale, not what any one home is worth.
Who It Suits
Is Basswood right for you?
It helps to know who Basswood tends to suit before you tour. Basswood suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Okeechobee with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. On price, Basswood sits toward the more attainable end of the market, which draws first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. Whether Basswood is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in Basswood
Basswood is a residential neighborhood, and its homeowners association maintains the shared areas and community standards.
Location
Basswood location
Basswood is located in Okeechobee, part of Okeechobee County, Florida. Residents are close to the shopping, dining, schools, and parks of the Okeechobee area, with the wider job centers, beaches, and airports of the region within driving distance.
Buying in Basswood
Buying a home in Basswood
The buying process in Basswood is the one used across Okeechobee County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Okeechobee County is about $1,349. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Okeechobee means you see new listings in Basswood the day they reach the market.
Selling in Basswood
Selling a home in Basswood
Selling a home in Basswood starts with pricing it correctly for current conditions. List prices in Basswood currently center around $284,000, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Basswood owners in Okeechobee, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Thinking of Selling?
What is your Basswood home worth?
Online estimates miss what makes a home different. Tell us about yours and a licensed listing agent will send you a pricing opinion based on what has actually closed near you in Basswood.
Listing agents and seller representation in Basswood
Thinking about selling in Basswood? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Conditions in Basswood sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 129 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving Basswood. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
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Realtors and real estate agents serving Basswood
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in Basswood is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
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Buyer's agents in Basswood
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in Basswood, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Okeechobee County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
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Buying Instead?
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We will tell you which listings are worth your time, what comparable homes actually closed for, and how to structure an offer that holds up through inspection and financing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Basswood?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Basswood, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. With a median around $284,000 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Okeechobee County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Basswood?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in Basswood, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in Basswood?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Basswood do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Okeechobee County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up Basswood property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Okeechobee County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
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