White Bear Lake City Property Records in Minnesota
White Bear Lake is a lakeside city northeast of St. Paul, lying mostly in Ramsey County with a portion in Washington County, Minnesota. Because of that split, a parcel's records depend on which county it falls in.
For Ramsey County parcels, Ramsey County Property Records and Revenue in St. Paul records deeds and mortgages and provides valuation and tax information. For parcels in the Washington County portion, the Washington County Recorder and Washington County Assessor in Stillwater serve the same functions, and tax statements come from the county's property tax office. Court filings are searchable via the Minnesota Judicial Branch. The City of White Bear Lake issues local permits.
White Bear Lake Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in White Bear Lake. It includes violent crimes such as murder, robbery, and assault, as well as property crimes such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. The figures show how many incidents were reported in each category.
White Bear Lake reported 0 murders, 2 robberies, and 14 assaults. Property crimes totaled 306, including 36 burglaries and 36 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts show how reported crime is distributed across violent and property offenses in White Bear Lake. Users can compare the categories to see which types of incidents were most common in the reported data. The figures reflect reported incidents only and do not capture every event that occurs in the city.
What Is the Population Profile of White Bear Lake
White Bear Lake's racial and ethnic composition shows that most residents are White, at 82% (19,638 people). The next largest groups are Hispanic residents at 6% (1,481 people) and Asian residents at 5% (1,158 people). The data also includes residents of two or more races at 4% (947 people), Black residents at 3% (722 people), and smaller counts for Other Race, American Indian, and Pacific Islander residents.
White Bear Lake, Ratings Compared Across Minnesota 
White Bear Lake's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, from access to amenities to cost and housing. The three highest-rated categories are Access to Parks (A), Health & Fitness (A-), and Access to Coffee Shops (A-). Other notable ratings include Good for Families (B+), Access to Restaurants (B+), and Commute (B+), while Cost of Living, Weather, and Housing each received C+. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is White Bear Lake
White Bear Lake's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (29%), High School (24%), and Some College (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
White Bear Lake's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (31%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (24%) and 1940 - 1959 (23%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
White Bear Lake's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (37%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (34%) and 4 Bedrooms (14%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
White Bear Lake's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (21%), 55 - 64 (15%), and Under 10 (12%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at White Bear Lake
White Bear Lake's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $318,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,540 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in White Bear Lake's dynamic real estate landscape.