
Homes for sale in
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.
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
Newest homes in Lake Butler
View all 20 homes →
$417,000
5876 SW 52ND TERRACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,968 sqft

$85,000
8236 SW 48TH LANE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,750 sqft

$285,000$295,000
6028 SW 91ST PLACE, LAKE BUTLER
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,961 sqft

$289,900$299,900
9972 SW 151ST PLACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,785 sqft

$479,900$525,000
5149 SW 119TH PLACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,190 sqft

$459,997
7422 S COUNTY ROAD 231, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,336 sqft

$449,000
16727 SE 91ST STREET, LAKE BUTLER
6 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,488 sqft

$267,000$290,000
11201 SW 49TH TERRACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,782 sqft

$349,000$375,000
4803 W STATE ROAD 238, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,921 sqft

$284,900$289,900
570 SW 5TH STREET, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,208 sqft

$330,000$349,000
9312 SW 152ND COURT, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,631 sqft

$260,000$276,500
6878 SW 36TH AVENUE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,233 sqft
16 of 20 active listings shown
Open full map search →Find your fit
Most popular Lake Butler searches
Popular searches
Property features
The numbers that matter
The Lake Butler market
Leans buyer
10.9 months of inventory
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
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 24.7% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 8.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
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
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.
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.
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.
Low property taxes
The median annual property tax runs about $984, a real advantage in the ongoing cost of ownership.
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
$297,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
0%
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.
Keep exploring
Nearby areas
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS. Market statistics are computed from listing and sold data and change as the market moves.
Never miss a listing
New Lake Butler homes, in your inbox
A daily digest of every new listing in Lake Butler — straight from the MLS, hours after it goes live. Unsubscribe anytime.