Bushnell, Florida, is a charming small town and the county seat of Sumter County, located in the heart of Central Florida, approximately 50 miles north of Tampa and 50 miles west of Orlando. With a population of 3,148 as of recent estimates, Bushnell offers a suburban-rural lifestyle, appealing to retirees and those seeking a relaxed pace away from urban hustle. The city, named after John W. Bushnell who brought the railroad to the area, was founded with a post office in 1885 and incorporated in 1911. It is home to the historic Dade Battlefield Historic State Park, which commemorates a significant 1835 battle of the Second Seminole War, and the Florida National Cemetery, a solemn resting place for veterans. Bushnell’s humid subtropical climate, steady growth, and attractions like Bushnell Motorsports Park make it a quaint yet vibrant community, rich in history and natural beauty, with a motto of “Committed to the Quality of Life.”

Bushnell currently has 49 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $615,010.47 and 34 lots for sale with an average list price of $754,061.74. The average annual property tax for Bushnell is $1,279.50.