595 Geneva Ave

Known as the "City Under the Oaks," LaBelle wears its small-town character on its sleeve -- from the canopy of moss-draped oaks shading its streets to the citrus groves stretching past the city limits. Roughly 30 miles east of Fort Myers on the south bank of the Caloosahatchee River, it serves as the county seat of Hendry County and offers a quieter alternative to South Florida's crowded coastal metros. Popular areas include the revitalized downtown corridor along Main Street and Hickpochee Avenue, as well as the growing residential communities of Port LaBelle and Banyan Village.

Renters will find a mix of traditional one-story Florida concrete block homes, newer single-family construction by national builders, and apartment communities in a low-key setting. The residential market has expanded notably in recent years as new construction keeps pace with rising demand.