Homes zoned forWestside Elementary School
Room to spread out on Lake City's west side
19
Homes for sale
$412,150
Median list price
$178
Avg price / sqft
94
Median days on market
The Westside Elementary zone sits on the western edge of Lake City, where lots run larger and new rooflines are starting to appear alongside established homes. It's a practical, unhurried part of Columbia County that suits buyers who want space, newer construction options, and an easy reach to town without paying city-center prices. Families here can look to nearby Lake City Middle School and Columbia High School as they plan the years ahead.
For a buyer today, the market reads as patient rather than frantic. With 19 active listings and a median list price of $412,150, there's real choice across a wide band — anywhere from $115,000 to $599,900 — and homes are taking a median 94 days to sell, which leaves room to negotiate. Nine of those active listings are new construction, so if you want something current, start with Lake City homes for sale and watch the live map.
Westside Elementary School is an attendance zone in Lake City, Florida.
Quick facts
$115,000 – $600K price range
2,169 sqft median home
$70/mo median HOA
35 sold in 12 months
Living in the Westside Elementary zone
The Westside Elementary zone covers the western side of Lake City in Columbia County, where the feel shifts from the compact city center toward larger lots and a more open, residential layout. It's the kind of area that appeals to buyers who want space to spread out without leaving easy reach of town. The median home here is about 2,169 square feet, which tells you the housing stock leans toward room rather than tight starter boxes.
This is a practical community rather than a flashy one. You'll find a mix of established homes and newer construction, and the overall pace is unhurried. Buyers who value quiet streets, a sense of space, and manageable carrying costs tend to find the fit here.
It suits families planning for the long haul, first-time buyers who can find the lower end of the range, and move-up buyers wanting a newer home. With 19 active listings at any given time, you're not overwhelmed with choice, but the options span enough price and style to be worth a serious look. Browse the current picture among Lake City homes for sale.
Schools for homes in the Westside Elementary zone
This zone takes its name from Westside Elementary School, which anchors the elementary assignment for much of this part of Lake City. For older students, the Lake City area is served by schools including Lake City Middle School and Richardson Middle School at the middle level, and Columbia High School at the high school level.
Columbia County is also home to the Tri County Aviation Maintenance Academy, a specialized program that reflects the area's technical-education options for students headed toward the trades.
School attendance boundaries change from year to year, and the specific schools assigned to a given home can shift. Before you make an offer, confirm the exact zone for that address directly with the Columbia County school district so there are no surprises at enrollment time.
Homes for sale in the Westside Elementary zone: prices and housing
The current market shows 19 active listings with a median list price of $412,150. The range is wide — from $115,000 at the entry point up to $599,900 at the top — so budgets from modest to move-up all have a place to look. Average price per square foot runs about $178, and the median home measures around 2,169 square feet.
New construction is a notable feature here: nine of the active listings are newly built, which is a substantial share. There are no active $1M-plus, gated, golf, or 55-plus listings in the current data, and just one waterfront home, so the zone's character is mainstream single-family rather than niche or luxury. Over the last 12 months, 34 homes sold at a median price of $363,500, with sellers collecting about 96% of asking on average.
Carrying costs are light. The median HOA sits near $70 a month and median property tax runs about $501 a year, though both vary by community and specific property. Always verify the HOA rules and current tax figures for any home you're considering, since the data here reflects medians across the whole zone.
Getting around from the Westside Elementary zone
The zone sits on the west side of Lake City, which puts the city center and Columbia County's main through-routes within a short drive. Lake City is well known as a crossroads town in north-central Florida, and the western neighborhoods keep you close to those main roads while staying a step removed from the busiest commercial strips.
Specific drive-time data isn't part of our current numbers for this zone, so treat any commute estimate as something to test yourself. If you work in downtown Lake City or commute toward a regional job center, drive the route during your normal hours before you commit.
For day-to-day errands, the west side's position gives reasonable access to Lake City's services without putting you in the thick of them — a balance many buyers in this zone are specifically after.
Is the Westside Elementary zone a good fit?
If you want space, newer home options, and low carrying costs on the quieter side of Lake City, this zone lines up well. The median list of $412,150 buys a home around 2,169 square feet, the HOA and tax load are light at roughly $70 a month and $501 a year, and nine new-construction listings give buyers who prefer modern homes a genuine path. The patient market — a median 94 days on market and sellers getting about 96% of asking — means you generally have time to think and leverage to negotiate.
The trade-offs are honest ones. Inventory is modest at 19 active listings, so the perfect home may take some patience, and the zone is light on specialty segments — no gated, golf, or 55-plus communities and only a single waterfront listing in the current data. Buyers chasing those features will need to look elsewhere.
For families, first-time buyers at the lower end of the range, and anyone wanting room without a city-center price, the Westside Elementary zone earns a serious look. Confirm the school assignment for your specific address, test your commute, and start with the live map to see what's available right now.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$599,900
471 SW ROSEMARY DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,875 sqft
$415,000
619 SW BELLFLOWER, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,822 sqft
$417,100
213 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,200 sqft
$319,500$325,000
3989 NW RIVER SEBASTIAN LANE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,783 sqft
$275,000$289,000
144 SW ENCHANTED COURT, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,655 sqft
$324,900$349,900
526 NW SAVANNAH CIRCLE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,441 sqft
$416,650
133 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,117 sqft
$412,150
149 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,169 sqft
$424,999$432,000
218 SW CADENCE GLEN, LAKE CITY
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,455 sqft
$539,900$549,900
122 SW SCOTT PLACE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,530 sqft
$429,150$443,150
483 SW BELLFLOWER DRIVE, LAKE CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,508 sqft
$302,000$310,000
291 SW LEGION DRIVE, LAKE CITY
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,280 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Westside Elementary School market
35
Sold, last 12 months
$365,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
87 days
Median time to sell
Westside Elementary School vs Lake City
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 6.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Westside Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Westside Elementary School home
≈ $2,494/mo
$412,150 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$70/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
8,405
Median age
44
Median income
$64,280
Median home value
$228,083
Beyond the listings
Living in Westside Elementary School
Hobbies & Interests
Top 20% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 23% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Lifestyles
Top 23% 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.
Lifestyles
Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Culture
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.
Beliefs
Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Straight answers
Westside Elementary School FAQs
Is the Westside Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quieter, residential pocket on the west side of Lake City with newer homes available. The median home runs about 2,169 square feet, so there's real space here, and carrying costs stay low with a median HOA near $70 a month. It's a practical fit for families and anyone who prefers room over a dense in-town location.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's mid-range for the area. The median list price is $412,150, but the active range runs from $115,000 all the way to $599,900, so there's something for a variety of budgets. Average price per square foot sits around $178.
What do homes cost in the Westside Elementary zone?+
Listings currently run $115,000 to $599,900, with a median list of $412,150 and a median home size of 2,169 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 34 homes sold at a median price of $363,500. You can browse current options among Lake City homes for sale.
How is the market right now?+
It's a patient market that favors prepared buyers. Homes are taking a median 94 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average, which signals room to negotiate. With 34 sales over the past year against 19 active listings, inventory is steady rather than scarce.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs here are light. The median HOA is roughly $70 a month and median property tax runs about $501 a year. Both numbers can vary by community and specific home, so always confirm the figures for any address you're serious about.
What are the schools like in this zone?+
The zone is anchored by Westside Elementary, with Lake City Middle School and Columbia High School among the schools serving the Lake City area. School boundaries change, so confirm the exact assignment for any specific address with the Columbia County school district before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
The zone sits on the west side of Lake City, with the city center and Columbia County's main roads a short drive away. Specific drive times aren't part of our current data, so plan a test drive during your typical commute hours before committing.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — nine of the 19 active listings are new construction, which is a meaningful share for this zone. That gives buyers who prefer newer homes a real path here. Start with the live map to see what's currently available.
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Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. 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.
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