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Lake Butler, Florida

Small-town North Florida living with room to breathe

20

Homes for sale

$297,450

Median list price

$168

Avg price / sqft

49

Median days on market

Lake Butler is the seat of Union County, a compact North Florida community where life runs on a slower clock and neighbors still know each other by name. The housing here is overwhelmingly single-family homes on generous lots, with a handful of manufactured homes and even some land & lots for buyers who want to build their own footprint. Families are served by Union County High, Lake Butler Elementary, and Lake Butler Middle, all within the same tight-knit district.

For a buyer today, the market is small but approachable. With 20 active listings and a median list price of $297,450, there's a real spread — from an $85,000 entry point to homes near $540,000 — so you can genuinely browse by price. Homes are sitting a median 48.5 days on market, which gives buyers time to think, and it's worth watching what's just reduced as sellers adjust.

Lake Butler is in Union County, Florida.

30-minute drive area around Lake Butler

Within a 30-minute drive

Quick facts

$85,000$540K price range

1,907 sqft median home

Leans buyer right now

Fresh on the market

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Where the market lives

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The numbers that matter

The Lake Butler market

Leans buyer

10.9 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.

33

Sold, last 12 months

$299,900

Median sold price

97%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

34 days

Median time to sell

Lake Butler vs Union County

Median list price

Lake Butler$297K
Union Co.$297K

Price per sqft

Lake Butler$168
Union Co.$168

Days on market

Lake Butler49d
Union Co.49d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

24.7% yr/yr

$190K$301K$413KJul ’23Jun ’26

Homes on the market

8.3% yr/yr

121926Jul ’23Jun ’26

Homes sold per month

047Jul ’24Jun ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Lake Butler, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.

For the school run

School zones with homes for sale

Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Lake Butler

01

Mostly single-family homes

Of the 20 active listings, 15 are single-family houses, with 4 manufactured homes and one townhouse rounding out the mix.

02

Wide price range

Listings run from $85,000 up to $540,000, so there's genuine room whether you're a first-time buyer or trading up.

03

Space for your dollar

At around $168 per square foot and a median home size of 1,907 sqft, you get more house here than in most Central Florida markets.

04

Low property taxes

The median annual property tax runs about $984, a real advantage in the ongoing cost of ownership.

05

A few pools and new builds

Inventory includes 3 [homes with a pool](/area/lake-butler-fl/homes-with-pool) and 2 [new construction](/area/lake-butler-fl/new-construction) options among the current listings.

Population

1,842

Median age

31.1

Median income

$43,134

Median home value

$154,200

What people here are into

Beliefs

Top 3% in the U.S.

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.

Relationships

Top 6% in the U.S.

Connected Motherhood

Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.

Emotional

Top 9% in the U.S.

Gratitude

From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.

Hobbies & Interests

Top 10% in the U.S.

Handcrafted

The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.

Attitudes

Top 13% in the U.S.

Deal Seekers

These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.

Food & Drink

Top 14% in the U.S.

Ingredient Attentive

These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Lake Butler home

$1,859/mo

Principal & interest $1,567
Property tax $82
Insurance (est.) $210

$297,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

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In a FEMA flood zone

Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones

Straight answers

Lake Butler real estate FAQs

Is Lake Butler a good place to live?+

Lake Butler is a small, family-oriented town and the county seat of Union County, with a single school district anchored by Union County High, Lake Butler Elementary, and Lake Butler Middle. It suits buyers who want a quieter pace and more land than the big metros offer. The housing is mostly single-family, so it leans toward settled, longer-term residents.

Is it expensive to buy a home here?+

Compared to Central Florida, Lake Butler is affordable, with a median list price of $297,450 and homes starting as low as $85,000. At roughly $168 per square foot for a median 1,907-sqft home, your budget stretches further here. You can browse by price to see where your range lands.

What do homes cost in Lake Butler?+

The 20 active listings span $85,000 to $540,000, with a median of $297,450. Most are single-family homes, though you'll also find manufactured homes and a townhouse, plus 2 new construction options currently on the market.

How is the market right now?+

There are 20 homes actively listed, and the median time on market is 48.5 days, so this is not a frantic market — buyers have room to negotiate and compare. Keep an eye on what's just reduced, since slower days-on-market often means motivated sellers.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

Property taxes are a strong point, with a median of about $984 per year. HOA data isn't tracked for Lake Butler's current listings, which is typical for a market of mostly single-family homes on individual lots rather than managed communities.

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