Neighborhood in Raiford, Florida
Union County 32087
Olustee is a sprawling but sparsely populated Baker County community in rural north-central Florida. Largely uninhabited, it is surrounded by the wooded landscape of the Osceola National Forest and offers a slow-paced, country lifestyle. The community was the site of Florida’s largest Civil War battle, and today it is home to Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park.
Housing is concentrated in the northwest corner near Ocean Pond and U.S. Highway 90. A mix of traditional frame houses, ranch-style designs and manufactured homes occupy spacious lots on streets shaded by mature trees. Homes along Ocean Pond feature private docks. A handful of homes is scattered in wooded areas on the community’s south side. The median sales price is just over $160,000. Flooding is not a factor in this inland location, although wind damage remains a risk during hurricane season, which runs from June through November.
Ocean Pond is a small lake that offers plenty of rural recreation. The highlight is Olustee Beach, a popular spot for swimming and relaxing. Fishing and kayaking are popular activities as well, and several designated campgrounds are located along the lakeshore. Trailheads in and around the community offer access to hiking and horseback riding in the Osceola National Forest. Nearby dual sport trails provide fun for riders of motorcycles, ATVs and other off-road vehicles. Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park features a 1-mile trail with interpretive signs.
Rogers Sandwiches & More is a popular local restaurant and the only one in Olustee. It is conveniently located along U.S. 90 near most of the community’s homes. Dining and entertainment options are concentrated in Lake City about 12 miles away. The Publix-anchored Lake City Commons and Lake City Mall are the closest shopping centers.
Students begin their public school pipeline at Baker County Pre-K/Kindergarten Center, which earns a B from Niche. From there, they attend Legacy Elementary School, which opened in 2021 and does not have a Niche rating; Baker County Middle School, also B-rated; and Baker County High, rated C-plus. The high school offers more than a dozen career academies in subjects as varied as agriculture and interior design.
U.S. 90, which runs through the heart of Olustee, provides quick access west to the amenities of Lake City, which include HCA Florida Lake City Hospital and Lake City VA Medical Center. The highway leads directly to Interstate 10 just east of the community. Jacksonville and its international airport are about an hour away via I-10. The community’s CAP Index score of 2-out-of-10 is below the national number.
Charleen Stephens
AMERICAN DREAM OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA
(904) 664-2873
78 Total Sales
1 in Olustee
$116,000 Price
Anne McCabe
MCCABE REALTY INC
(904) 605-4765
127 Total Sales
2 in Olustee
$275,000 Price Range
Cindy Oglesby
Southeast Realty Group
(904) 664-3056
108 Total Sales
2 in Olustee
$40K - $142K Price Range
Sally Marks
Longview Florida Realty
(904) 440-1363
7 Total Sales
1 in Olustee
$155,000 Price
Danette Drageset
RE/MAX Professionals
(386) 853-3627
217 Total Sales
1 in Olustee
$45,000 Price
TOBI WELBORN
IRON VALLEY REAL ESTATE NORTH FLORIDA
44 Total Sales
1 in Olustee
$135,000 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Olustee | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Olustee, Raiford sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Olustee, Raiford over the last 12 months is $161,000.
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