Homes for sale in
Columbia County, Florida
Springs, farmland, and small-town North Florida living
72
Homes for sale
$407,650
Median list price
$228
Avg price / sqft
70
Median days on market
Columbia County sits in North Florida where I-75 and I-10 cross, anchored by Lake City and the quieter river country around Fort White. It's a region built for people who want land, springs, and a slower pace without giving up highway access to Gainesville and Jacksonville. The housing here reflects that mix — you'll find everything from in-town single-family homes to manufactured homes on acreage.
For buyers, the numbers are approachable: the median list price is $406,150 and homes sell at about 96% of asking, so there's room to negotiate without a bidding-war frenzy. With 73 active listings and a median 57 days on market, you have time to think. There's also a real range to work with — from starter properties you can browse by price up to a handful of larger estates.
Quick facts
3 cities & towns
$60,000 – $2.5M price range
2,023 sqft median home
$1,700/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Columbia County
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$895,000
159 SW GOVERNORS GLEN, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,712 sqft
$69,900
199 NW DAVIS COURT, WHITE SPRINGS
3 bd · 1 ba · 610 sqft
$412,150
149 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,169 sqft
$4,399,000
4639 SW WILSON SPRINGS ROAD, FORT WHITE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,030 sqft
$350,000
122 SW ARROW GLEN, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,743 sqft
$260,000
459 SW BIGFOOT COURT, FORT WHITE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,416 sqft
$559,000
5600 SW COUNTY ROAD 240, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,030 sqft
$350,000
5766 SW COUNTY ROAD 18, FORT WHITE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,724 sqft
$299,000
144 SW ENCHANTED COURT, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,655 sqft
$379,000
753 SW MAPLETON STREET, FORT WHITE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,936 sqft
$299,900
245 NW GENELL LOOP, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,167 sqft
$249,900
437 SE ROSEWOOD CIRCLE, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,679 sqft
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Property features
The numbers that matter
The Columbia County market
Balanced
5.1 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
177
Sold, last 12 months
$300,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
53 days
Median time to sell
Columbia County vs Florida
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 11.7% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 5.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Columbia County, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings.
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Cities in Columbia County
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Beyond the listings
Living in Columbia County
Two distinct communities
Lake City offers in-town convenience while Fort White leans rural and river-adjacent, giving buyers real variety within one county.
Land and acreage options
With 16 manufactured homes and even a farm among active listings, this is a place where you can actually buy space.
New construction available
Twelve new-construction listings are on the market now for buyers who'd rather skip the renovation.
Room to negotiate
Sellers are getting about 96% of asking and homes sit a median 57 days, so buyers have leverage.
Low carrying costs
With median HOA around $50/month and property taxes near $1,838/year, the ongoing costs stay manageable.
Population
70,755
Median age
40.7
Median income
$55,070
Median home value
$186,400
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Active
Outdoor Adventures
Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Beliefs
Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Columbia County home
≈ $2,571/mo
$407,650 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
18%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$1,700/mo
Median rent
2 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Columbia County real estate FAQs
Is Columbia County a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want North Florida's mix of springs, farmland, and small-town life with easy interstate access. Lake City covers most day-to-day needs while Fort White offers a quieter, more rural feel. The housing stock leans toward single-family homes and acreage, so it's a fit if you want space.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Florida standards — the median list price is $406,150 and the median sold price over the past year was $300,000. Listings run from around $60,000 up to $2.5 million, so there's a wide range depending on land and finish. You can browse by price to find the lower end.
What do homes cost in Columbia County?+
Expect around $229 per square foot on a median home size of about 1,970 square feet, which lands the typical list near $406,150. Sold prices have been running closer to $300,000 over the last 12 months. There are 12 new construction options if you want something turnkey.
How is the market right now?+
It's a measured, buyer-friendly market: 73 homes are active, they sit a median 57 days, and sellers are accepting about 96% of asking. With 174 homes sold in the past year, there's steady activity without a frenzy. Check the just reduced listings for negotiating room.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Costs stay low here — the median HOA is about $50 per month and only a couple of the active listings are in gated communities. Median property tax runs around $1,838 per year, and median rent is about $1,775 per month if you're weighing renting versus buying.
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