Homes for sale in
Lake City, Florida
Where North Florida crossroads meet room to spread out
56
Homes for sale
$403,025
Median list price
$212
Avg price / sqft
72
Median days on market
Lake City sits at the crossroads of North Florida, where I-75 and I-10 intersect and the pace runs slower than the coastal metros. It's a place where a single-family home on a real lot still feels attainable, where land & lots and even the occasional farm show up alongside subdivision homes, and where the wider Columbia County landscape leans rural and green.
For buyers, the math here is refreshingly grounded. The median list price is $399,900 but the median home actually sold for $300,000 over the past year, and sellers are netting about 96% of asking — so there's room to negotiate. With 59 active listings including a healthy dose of new construction, you have real choice across price points, from starter homes under $200k to a handful of luxury homes ($1m+).
Lake City is in Columbia County, Florida.
Quick facts
$60,000 – $2.5M price range
2,098 sqft median home
$1,700/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Lake City
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$350,000
122 SW ARROW GLEN, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,743 sqft
$559,000
5600 SW COUNTY ROAD 240, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,030 sqft
$895,000
159 SW GOVERNORS GLEN, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,712 sqft
$299,000
144 SW ENCHANTED COURT, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,655 sqft
$249,900
437 SE ROSEWOOD CIRCLE, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,679 sqft
$229,900
188 SW COLISEUM PLACE, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,235 sqft
$299,900
245 NW GENELL LOOP, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,167 sqft
$412,150
149 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,169 sqft
$416,650
133 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,117 sqft
$165,000
134 SE POWELL PLACE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,280 sqft
$899,000
845 NW COUNTRY LAKE DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,895 sqft
$374,900
526 NW SAVANNAH CIRCLE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,441 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Lake City market
Balanced
5.7 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
113
Sold, last 12 months
$300,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
55 days
Median time to sell
Lake City vs Columbia County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 10.5% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 37.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Lake City, 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 City
Crossroads location
Lake City sits where I-75 and I-10 meet, giving you straightforward drives across North Florida in every direction.
Attainable price points
With active listings ranging from $60,000 to $2.5 million and a $300,000 median sold price, there's a genuine entry point for most budgets.
Fresh inventory to choose from
Of 59 active listings, 12 are new construction, so you can compare move-in-ready builds against established homes.
Room to spread out
The housing mix includes single-family homes, manufactured and modular homes, and even a farm — space is part of the deal here.
Light carrying costs
A median HOA of just $50/month and median property taxes around $1,980/year keep the monthly picture manageable.
Population
12,404
Median age
38.2
Median income
$51,175
Median home value
$178,600
What people here are into
Lifestyles
Top 12% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Lifestyles
Top 13% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Emotional
Top 14% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
Attitudes
Top 15% in the U.S.Home & Leisure
There's no place like home. This activity is highest when people are feeling relaxed, like sharing a meal with friends or enjoying their morning coffee in their own home.
Appearance oriented
Top 15% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Culture
Top 18% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake City home
≈ $2,560/mo
$403,025 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
14%
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
Lake City real estate FAQs
Is Lake City a good place to live?+
Lake City works well for buyers who want a quieter North Florida pace with easy highway access at the I-75/I-10 crossroads. Families are served by schools including Columbia High School, Lake City Middle School, and Westside Elementary School, and the housing mix runs from subdivision single-family homes to larger rural parcels.
Is Lake City expensive?+
Not by Florida standards. The median list price is $399,900 but the median home actually sold for $300,000 over the past year, and you can browse by price to find listings well under that — the active range starts at $60,000.
What do homes cost in Lake City?+
Expect to pay around $212 per square foot, with a median home size of about 2,090 square feet. Prices span from $60,000 to $2.5 million across 59 active listings, so a lot depends on whether you're after a starter home or one of the three luxury homes ($1m+) on the market.
How is the Lake City housing market right now?+
It's a steady, negotiable market — 111 homes sold over the last 12 months, with sellers averaging 96% of their asking price. Homes take a median of 55 days to sell, which means buyers have time to consider options and watch for listings that were just reduced.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs here are modest, with a median HOA of just $50/month and median property taxes around $1,980/year. If you'd rather rent first, the median rent runs about $1,713/month — see current homes for rent.
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