“David Dorman was outstanding to work with. From the very beginning, he was personable, easy to talk to, and genuinely listened to what we wanted in a home. With his 27 years of real estate experience, he quickly narrowed down our options, combining his expertise with the homes my wife had already found. Thanks to his guidance, we found the right house and had an offer submitted within just two days of looking. Our closing turned out to be far more difficult than expected, but David remained calm, patient, and reassuring throughout the entire process. Whenever challenges came up, he helped us work through them without adding stress. His steady guidance and professionalism made a huge difference and ultimately helped us close successfully on our new home. If you’re looking for an experienced, knowledgeable Realtor who truly cares about his clients and keeps a level head when things get complicated, I highly recommend David Dorman.”
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Lake City real estate Market Report.
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Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Lake City
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Lake City
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Lake City
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Lake City
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Lake City
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Lake City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Lake City’s rolling three-month data through June 2026 shows notable year-over-year shifts. Typical home values are down compared with a year ago, while the median list price is up by double digits, signaling sellers are pricing higher even as closed values soften. At the same time, homes are taking less time to sell than a year ago, yet the share selling above list price has slipped.
In the latest period, inventory is relatively high, with about 9 months of supply, up sharply from last year’s tighter levels. Buyer activity has cooled, as homes sold and new listings are both down more than 30 percent year over year, and pending sales are roughly flat.
Current conditions show a median list price around $285,000 and a typical home value just under $200,000, creating a noticeable gap between asking and achieved values. Properties are spending a median of about 70 days on the market, and only a small share are going under contract within two weeks, indicating buyers have room to negotiate. Despite this, the area is still classified as a seller’s market, with an average sale-to-list ratio just over 96 percent and active listings slightly lower than a year ago. In a landscape where pricing, timing, and strategy matter for both buyers and sellers, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local Lake City agent who understands these trends and can guide your next move.
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Lake City offers residents a friendly, close-knit community with abundant outdoor recreation, diverse local shops and eateries, and welcoming cultural events that enrich everyday life.
Lake City immediately feels distinct from nearby hubs like Gainesville and Jacksonville, offering a quieter pace while still connecting easily to major routes like I 75 and I 10. Residents appreciate that it functions as a true hometown center for Columbia County rather than just a bedroom community.
Outdoor life is a big part of the local identity. Families gather at Youngs Park for ballgames, community events, and everyday play, while runners and cyclists make regular use of the Lake City Gateway Trail. Nearby Ichetucknee Springs State Park draws locals for tubing and crystal clear water, reinforcing the area’s connection to the outdoors.
Lake City’s community feel also shows up in its schools and cultural spots. Columbia High School and the Columbia County Public Library serve as everyday anchors for families. Seasonal festivals, local athletics, and small businesses along US 90 give residents regular reasons to connect and stay involved.
The housing landscape ranges from established neighborhoods near downtown Lake City to newer developments on the outskirts, giving both first time buyers and move up owners options at different price points. With interest in the area growing and inventory shifting quickly, having a trusted local expert is essential. Agent Pronto connects buyers and sellers in Lake City with the right real estate agent so they can prepare early, time their move wisely, and navigate each step with confidence.
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“Karen has performed past and present sales and purchases with me. I think her train for thought relates to all of her clients. She is very knowledgeable and interested in the clients him/her overall investment and satisfaction. As mentioned before I would and did recommend her to family and friends. She has a great personality and would fit any clients personality and needs. She's the best!”
“She was great to work with fun and always upfront. She definitely knew her Real Estate. I would definitely recommend her to anybody.”
“Meeting Diane randomly at an open house was the best thing to happen in my search for a home. She is the most friendly, detail oriented, and knowledgable realtor I've worked with in all of Florida. Her drive to ensure you're heard, cared for, and that you understand everything along the home buying process is second to none. Thank you Diane!”
“Dania is an excellent person and top tier realator. I wouls( will) highly recommend her to anyone.”
“Since we worked with Gary previously, he knew us personally. Through some time spent in looking in different areas Gary found us the ideal home close where we needed it to be. Without a doubt Gary is extremely patient and diligently works to provide exactly what we wanted and needed. We cannot think of another broker that we would want to work with as Gary is a true “Professional”. All we can say is “Gary, Thank You for providing exactly what we wanted and we will recommend you to everyone we know!””
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“Crystal was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and trustworthy. She was always available to answer questions and was an excellent negotiator. Anyone would be lucky to have her represent them.”
“Our home sold in record timing for area, TWO DAYS. Thank you for the fantastic professional photos. Great communication between Susan , Lori & ourselves. Thank you ladies very much.”
“Cathleen Cornish was so very helpful as she was always available to answer our questions and very knowledgeable during the entire process of our home buying from Ohio to Florida. Thank you Cathleen for your assistance !!”
“This is my second transaction with Charles, buying an investment property Charles and Lynn are amazing. I recommend them to everyone.”
“We found Tanya to be very professional and knowledgeable. She was always there for us and was very patient with our numerous questions. We would definitely use her services again if the opportunity arises!”
“Regla is an amazingly wonderful agent and extremely professional and knowledgeable. I will recommend her to anyone who is looking to buy or sell their property!”
“Millie is the perfect agent to work. She helped us buy a new home. Her knowledge of the area and the different neighborhoods was invaluable. She is great at communication always keeping us in the loop, excellent at negotiation and very professional at all times. You can't go wrong choosing Millie to represent you for your real estate needs.”
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“Matt and Candie were excellent to work with. Matt's knowledge of construction issues and contacts with all kinds of service providers was extremely helpful. Matt always answered the phone and gladly took on any requests or questions we had with immediate response. We have actually made our first good friends in Cape Coral by working with Matt and Candie. We could not recommend them enough.”
“Stephanie was very professional. She understood what I needed and she delivered 110%. Communicated very well with me during all aspects of the sale, from gently helping me keep the motivation I needed to get the property ready to sell, to real time negotiations at the point of sale. I highly recommend Stephanie for your next real estate adventures!”
“We highly recommend Travis Crow of Century 21. We closed on our property last week, and throughout the entire process he kept us informed every step of the way. He promptly responded to our calls and text messages whenever we had questions, and his communication was excellent. Travis was professional, knowledgeable, and always represented our interests well. He proved to be trustworthy, respectful, and a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We truly appreciated his dedication and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for an outstanding realtor.”
“She was amazing!!! Especially when it came to navigating our lender and some issues of staying within our time frame of the contract, she really provided excellent service and care! Love her and will definitely use her again when the time comes.”
“Michelle is very wonderful person and felt completely safe in all decision process through with buying and selling property, definitely will refer her and have her as my realtor in future. Thank you!”
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