La Vale City Property Records in Maryland

La Vale is an unincorporated community in Allegany County, Maryland, just west of Cumberland along U.S. Route 40. Its property records come from county and state sources.

Deeds, mortgages and plats are recorded by the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Allegany County in Cumberland. The online Maryland Land Records index, tied to the Maryland State Archives, lets you search recorded documents. The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation lists assessments, owners and sales for each parcel. The Allegany County Treasurer collects property taxes, and the Allegany County Department of Planning and Zoning can be contacted for zoning and permit records.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$77,634
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$171,300
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,889
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$923 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
86%
Population
Population:
4,388

La Vale Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of La Vale

La Vale's Race and Ethnicity data shows a population that is mostly White. White residents are the largest group at 88%, or 3,855 people. Hispanic residents and Two + Races are each at 3% (151 people), and Black residents at 3% (131 people). Asian residents make up 2% (73 people) and Other Race 0.61% (27 people). American Indian and Pacific Islander residents are each recorded at 0% (0 people).

White
88%
3,855
Hispanic
3%
151
Black
3%
131
Two + Races
3%
151
Asian
2%
73
Other Race
0.61%
27
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

La Vale, Ratings Compared Across Maryland A-

La Vale's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Cost of Living (A), Access to Outdoor Activities (A-), and Access to Parks (A-). Other notable ratings include Housing (A-), Good for Families (A-), and Weather (C). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
A
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
C
Commute
Commute
B-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B-
Good for Families
Good for Families
A-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
A-
Jobs
Jobs
B+
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is La Vale

La Vale's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (28%), Bachelor Degree (22%), and Some College (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
28%
Bachelor Degree
22%
Some College
14%
Masters Degree
12%
Associate Degree
7%
Below High School
4%
Doctorate
0.88%

When Were Homes Built

La Vale's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (32%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (29%) and 1980 - 1999 (18%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1940 - 1959
32%
1960 - 1979
29%
1980 - 1999
18%
Before 1939
15%
2000 - Present
5%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

La Vale's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (55%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (22%) and 4 Bedrooms (16%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
55%
2 Bedrooms
22%
4 Bedrooms
16%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%
1 Bedroom
3%
No Bedrooms
0.53%

What Is the Average Age

La Vale's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (26%), 25 - 34 (16%), and 55 - 64 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
26%
25 - 34
16%
55 - 64
14%
Under 10
13%
45 - 54
11%
35 - 44
8%
18 - 24
7%
10 - 17
5%

Property Market Trends at La Vale

La Vale's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $171,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $923 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in La Vale's dynamic real estate landscape.

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