Homes for sale in
Lake Butler, Florida
Small-town North Florida living with room to breathe
13
Homes for sale
$330,000
Median list price
$149
Avg price / sqft
90
Median days on market
Lake Butler is the seat of Union County, a quiet slice of North Florida where the pace is slow, the lots run large, and daily life orbits the schools and the water the town is named for. Families here are drawn to a tight-knit community feel and assigned schools like Lake Butler Elementary and Union County High School, along with the freedom of single-family homes that come with real yards instead of shared walls.
For buyers, this is a small, deliberate market rather than a fast one. There are 13 active listings with a median list price of $330,000, homes are sitting a median of 90 days before selling, and the mix runs from modest manufactured homes to larger single-family properties — so it pays to browse by price and watch the just reduced list closely.
Lake Butler is in Union County, Florida.
Quick facts
$85,000 – $535K price range
2,190 sqft median home
$2,000/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Lake Butler
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$249,000
7224 SE 163RD LANE, LAKE BUTLER
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,920 sqft
$225,000
14236 SW 76TH WAY, LAKE BUTLER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,452 sqft
$499,900
4671 SW 80TH WAY, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,648 sqft
$289,900
12713 SW 83RD TRAIL, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,288 sqft
$475,000
6407 SE 159TH COURT, LAKE BUTLER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,574 sqft
$385,000$410,000
11255 W COUNTY ROAD 18, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,634 sqft
$259,900$295,000
105 SE 1ST AVENUE, LAKE BUTLER
5 bd · 6.5 ba · 4,103 sqft
$459,997
7422 S COUNTY ROAD 231, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,336 sqft
$65,000$85,000
8236 SW 48TH LANE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,750 sqft
$399,000$417,000
5876 SW 52ND TERRACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,968 sqft
$344,500$349,000
4803 W STATE ROAD 238, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,921 sqft
$267,000$290,000
11201 SW 49TH TERRACE, LAKE BUTLER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,782 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lake Butler market
Balanced
6.0 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
32
Sold, last 12 months
$272,500
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
40 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
▼ 11.2% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 20.8% 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
Big lots, small-town pace
Homes here favor single-family properties on real acreage over dense subdivisions, with a median size around 2,190 sqft.
A short, focused list
With just 13 active listings, inventory is thin — serious buyers should track new arrivals and price drops rather than wait for a big selection.
Pools without the premium
Three of the current listings include a pool, a rarity worth grabbing at these price points.
Low property taxes
The median annual property tax runs about $1,310 — a fraction of what buyers see in Florida's larger metros.
Room for land buyers
Beyond finished houses, there's [land & lots](/area/lake-butler-fl/land) for buyers who want to build or spread out.
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
≈ $2,058/mo
$330,000 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
$2,000/mo
Median rent
1 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Lake Butler real estate FAQs
Is Lake Butler a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a quiet, small-town North Florida lifestyle centered on family and community rather than nightlife and traffic. Buyers with kids often anchor on the assigned schools — Lake Butler Elementary, Lake Butler Middle, and Union County High — and the large lots that come with most single-family homes.
Is Lake Butler expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets of the state. The median list price is $330,000 and the median home sold over the past year went for $272,500, with entry points running as low as $85,000, so it's easy to browse by price.
What do homes cost in Lake Butler?+
Active listings range from $85,000 up to $534,900, with a median around $330,000 and an average of about $149 per square foot on a typical 2,190 sqft home. The housing mix is mostly single-family homes with a handful of manufactured homes, and three current listings include a pool.
How is the market in Lake Butler?+
It's a slow, steady market — 32 homes sold over the last 12 months and listings sit a median of 90 days before going under contract. Sellers are still getting about 97% of their asking price on average, so well-priced homes hold their value, and it's worth watching the just reduced list for negotiating room.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
This is not an HOA-heavy area — there's no meaningful HOA data across the active listings, which reflects the town's large-lot, non-subdivision character. Property taxes are low too, with a median of about $1,310 per year across Union County.
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