Local Info
Whether you're suffering from the sticker shock of the overpriced properties on the coasts, looking for lower property taxes, or just in search of a more tranquil way of life... Highlands County has it all!
The area offers World Class Bass Fishing in Lake Istokpoga, rated 4th best in the world! Boating, skiing, and swimming are also available in the area's many lakes.
If you're into racing or just know a certifiable Piston Head... the historic Sebring International Raceway is the ultimate treatment facility. Where cutting edge technology meets the world's best driving talent!
Got Golf? Golfers have year-round access to many excellent courses that challenge skills of all levels.
Aviation... from Gulfstream to Cessna and fixed wing to rotor Sebring Regional Airport (SEF) or Avon Park Municipal Airport (AVO) can handle all of your aviation needs. Sebring Regional Airport is also home to the annual Sebring Aerobatics Championship!
Nature... Highlands Hammock State Park, Lake June in Winter Scrub State Park, Istokpoga Park and the area's abundance of sparkling lakes afford many opportunities to see the "Real Florida."
Business... Development of new business is encouraged, with a qualified available labor force, supported by a number of training programs, combined with low taxes contribute to a business environment that is second to none.
Agriculture... Got Citrus? Highlands County is a leading producer of Florida citrus. Acreage here is still affordable so you'll find this a great place to raise livestock ranging from cattle and horses to goats and alpacas. Plus, Lake Placid is the "Caladium Capitol of the World" and home of the Annual Caladium Festival.
Location, Location, Location... You'll find the Greater Sebring Area is located right smack in the middle of everything you want to do. A 90 mile radius encompassing pristine Atlantic and Gulf Coast Beaches, Ft Myers, Sarasota/Bradenton, Tampa Bay, Orlando, Fort Pierce, Stuart, and Port St Lucie, means you can enjoy everything from hot air ballooning and championship golf, to deep sea fishing, and the world's most desirable destinations.
"Real Value in the Real Florida." An Investment in Highlands County offers an unparalelled lifestyle with a small town charm and is only a short drive from the best of everything Florida has to offer.