Homes for sale inLake Butler, Florida
Small-town North Florida living at an honest price
15
Homes for sale
$289,900
Median list price
$162
Avg price / sqft
38
Median days on market
Lake Butler is the seat of Union County, a compact rural community in North Florida where the pace is slow, lots are generous, and you still get a true downtown. It suits buyers who want acreage potential, a quieter life, and a budget that stretches further than it would closer to Gainesville or Jacksonville. You'll find a mix of single-family homes on established streets and manufactured homes on open land across Union County.
The market here is small and moves at a measured pace. With just 16 active listings and a median list price of $293,900, inventory is thin, so the right house can sell quickly while others sit. Sellers took home about 96% of asking over the past year, and property taxes are low — the median bill runs around $1,263. If your budget is tighter, it's worth checking just reduced listings or using browse by price to find the lower end of the range.
Lake Butler is in Union County, Florida.
Quick facts
$163,900 – $500K price range
1,782 sqft median home
Balanced right now
Living in Lake Butler
Lake Butler is the seat of Union County, one of Florida's smallest counties, in the north-central part of the state. It's a genuine rural town built around a historic downtown rather than a suburban grid, and daily life reflects that — quieter streets, more land per home, and a tight community feel. The town takes its name and character from its lake setting, and the overall pace is deliberately slow.
The town suits buyers who value space, low cost of living, and a close-knit small-town atmosphere over proximity to big-city amenities. Families, retirees and those looking for acreage or a manufactured home on open land all find a place here. You trade convenience and variety for affordability and quiet, which is the core bargain of rural North Florida living.
Because it's the county seat, Lake Butler has the basic government and civic infrastructure you'd expect, even though the overall population is modest. For a deeper look at the broader area, you can explore Union County as a whole. Buyers who want true small-town roots, not a commuter suburb, tend to be happiest here.
Neighborhoods and communities in Lake Butler
Lake Butler doesn't have the named master-planned subdivisions you'd find in larger Florida metros — there are no notable gated or golf communities tracked in the current market. Instead, the housing is spread across established in-town streets and rural parcels on the edges of town. That means the "neighborhood" you choose is often defined more by lot size and setting than by a community name or HOA.
In-town properties tend to be traditional single-family homes on settled streets, while the outskirts offer more manufactured homes and acreage. Buyers who want to build or want more land should look at available land & lots, since open parcels are part of what makes this market distinctive.
Because there's no dominant community structure, it pays to drive the area and get a feel for each pocket. Proximity to downtown, lot size, and whether a property sits in town or out on rural land will shape both lifestyle and price more than any single development name.
Homes for sale in Lake Butler: prices and housing
The Lake Butler market is small and affordable. There are currently 16 active listings with a median list price of $293,900, ranging from $174,900 to $499,900. The average price works out to about $168 per square foot, with a typical home around 1,875 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 29 homes sold at a median price of $270,000, and sellers received about 96% of their asking price on average.
The housing mix is straightforward: single-family residences make up the majority of listings, with manufactured homes forming the rest. There are no waterfront, gated, golf or 55+ communities in the current active inventory, and nothing listed above $1 million. A few homes — three at the moment — include a private pool, which you can filter for via homes with a pool. New construction is rare, with just one new-build listing active now.
Carrying costs are a strong point. The median property tax bill is about $1,263 a year, and because most homes aren't in HOA-governed communities, ongoing fees are typically minimal. With a median of 38.5 days on market, well-priced homes move at a reasonable clip, but the thin inventory means serious buyers should watch for new and just reduced listings and act when the right one appears. For budget-conscious shoppers, browse by price helps surface the lower end of the range.
Schools in Lake Butler
Lake Butler is served by the Union County school district. The schools most commonly assigned to homes in the area are Lake Butler Elementary School, Lake Butler Middle School, and Union County High School. Because it's a small county, the number of schools is limited, which keeps zoning relatively simple compared with larger districts.
School attendance zones can change, and the assigned school for a specific address isn't always the nearest one. Before you commit to a home, confirm the current zoning directly with the Union County school district or the school itself. This is especially important if a particular school assignment is a priority for your family.
For families relocating from a larger metro, it's worth visiting the schools in person and talking with the district about programs and enrollment. In a small town, the schools are often central to community life, so firsthand impressions matter.
Getting around Lake Butler
Lake Butler is a rural town, so getting around means driving. Specific commute times aren't tracked in the current data, but the town's location in north-central Florida puts it within reach of larger employment centers in the wider region via the area's state highways.
There's no significant public transit here, which is typical for a town this size. A reliable vehicle is essential for commuting, shopping and daily errands, and residents generally accept longer drives to reach big-box stores, major medical centers or the nearest interstate.
The upside of a rural setting is light local traffic and easy parking downtown. If a short commute to a major job center is critical for you, map the drive from a specific address during peak hours before committing, since distances in this part of Florida can add up.
Is Lake Butler a good place to live?
Lake Butler is a good choice for buyers who genuinely want rural North Florida living: space, quiet, low taxes and a real small-town community. With a median list price of $293,900, an average of about $168 per square foot, and a median property tax bill near $1,263, it offers strong value compared with Florida's larger metros. Buyers wanting land or a manufactured home on acreage find options here that are hard to match elsewhere.
The honest trade-offs are fewer amenities, limited new construction — just one new-build listing at present — and a dependence on driving for nearly everything. The market is also small, with only 16 active listings, so patience and quick action both matter; the right home may not come up often, and when it does it can sell within roughly 38 days.
If you value affordability, space and a close community over nightlife, shopping variety and a short commute, Lake Butler delivers. Walk the town, confirm school zoning and tax figures for your specific address, and weigh the rural lifestyle honestly before you buy. For most buyers drawn to this kind of setting, the value and pace are exactly the point.
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Newest homes in Lake Butler
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$163,900
19490 NW 135TH LANE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,674 sqft
$250,000
11201 SW 49TH TERRACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,782 sqft
$297,900
13719 NW 89TH AVENUE, LAKE BUTLER
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,240 sqft
$174,900
11693 NW COUNTY ROAD 229, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,216 sqft
$209,900$219,900
4842 SW 82ND DRIVE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,280 sqft
$399,000
16727 SE 91ST STREET, LAKE BUTLER
6 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,488 sqft
$219,999$229,999
5685 SW 57TH DRIVE, LAKE BUTLER
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 sqft
$289,900
12713 SW 83RD TRAIL, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,288 sqft
$499,900
4671 SW 80TH WAY, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,648 sqft
$385,000$410,000
11255 W COUNTY ROAD 18, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,634 sqft
$225,000
14236 SW 76TH WAY, LAKE BUTLER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,452 sqft
$459,997
7422 S COUNTY ROAD 231, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,336 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lake Butler market
Balanced
5.6 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
29
Sold, last 12 months
$270,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
59 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
▼ 25.0% yr/yr
Homes on the market
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
Low property taxes
The median annual property tax bill in Lake Butler is about $1,263, well below what buyers pay in larger metro counties.
Room to spread out
The housing mix leans toward single-family homes and manufactured homes on land, giving buyers more space than denser suburbs offer.
Priced for value
At a median list price of $293,900 and roughly $168 per square foot, Lake Butler is one of the more affordable markets in the region.
Sellers hold firm
Homes sold over the past year closed at about 96% of asking, a sign of steady, realistic pricing on both sides.
Pool homes available
A handful of the current listings include a private pool, a practical feature for North Florida summers.
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
≈ $1,808/mo
$289,900 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 good fit if you want a quiet, rural North Florida town with a real downtown and low taxes. It's the seat of Union County, so you get small-town services without being fully isolated. The trade-off is fewer shopping, dining and job options than a larger metro, which most residents accept for the slower pace.
Is Lake Butler expensive?+
No — Lake Butler is one of the more affordable markets in the area, with a median list price of $293,900 and an average of about $168 per square foot. The property tax burden is also low, with a median annual bill around $1,263. Listings currently range from $174,900 up to $499,900.
What do homes cost in Lake Butler?+
The median list price is $293,900 and homes over the past year sold at a median of $270,000. The typical home runs about 1,875 square feet at roughly $168 per square foot. You can browse by price to see the lower end of the current range.
How is the Lake Butler housing market?+
It's a small, steady market with just 16 active listings and 29 homes sold in the last 12 months. The median days on market is about 38.5, and sellers are getting roughly 96% of asking on average. Low inventory means well-priced homes can move fast while others linger.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Most of Lake Butler is rural single-family and manufactured homes without HOA structures, so HOA data isn't tracked here. Property taxes are a real advantage, with a median annual bill of about $1,263. Always confirm the specific tax and any community fees for a given property before you make an offer.
What schools serve Lake Butler?+
The most commonly assigned schools are Lake Butler Elementary School, Lake Butler Middle School, and Union County High School. Because zones can shift, confirm the exact assignment for any address with the Union County school district before buying.
Is there new construction in Lake Butler?+
New construction is limited — there is currently one new-construction listing among the active inventory. Most of the market is existing single-family homes and manufactured homes, so buyers wanting new builds should act quickly when one appears, or consider building on available land & lots.
Can I find a home with a pool in Lake Butler?+
Yes, though the selection is small — three of the current active listings include a private pool. A pool is a practical feature for the long North Florida summers, so check homes with a pool to see what's available now.
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