Lima City Property Records in Ohio

Assuming “Lima” refers to Lima, Ohio, Lima property records document ownership, legal descriptions, transfers, mortgages, liens, assessed values, and property tax history for real estate located in the city. These records are useful for verifying ownership, researching title history, estimating tax obligations, or reviewing encumbrances on a parcel.

Users can access official property records through several legal sources. Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded land instruments are maintained by the Allen County Recorder’s Office. Parcel ownership, assessed values, property maps, and tax valuation details are available through the Allen County Auditor’s Office. Property tax billing and payment information can be obtained from the Allen County Treasurer’s Office. Court-related records affecting property, such as foreclosure cases, judgment liens, or civil filings, may be searched through the Allen County Clerk of Courts. For zoning, permits, and local land-use information within city limits, users may contact the City of Lima Department of Community Development.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$43,370
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$95,900
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,119
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$865 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
46%
Population
Population:
35,304

Lima Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Lima, Ohio. It groups the figures into violent crimes, such as murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, such as total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

Lima shows 6 murders, 27 robberies, and 183 assaults in the violent crime data. For property crime, the data shows 1,164 property crimes in total, including 232 burglaries and 84 motor vehicle thefts.

These figures let readers see how reported crime is distributed across these categories in Lima. They reflect only the incidents included in this dataset, so they show reported activity rather than a complete account of every incident in the city.

Robberies
Robberies:
27
Burglary
Burglary:
232
Murder
Murder:
6
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
84
Theft
Theft:
848
Assault
Assault:
183
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
46

What Is the Population Profile of Lima

Lima's race and ethnicity data shows the city's population by group, with counts and percentages. White residents make up the largest share at 62% (22,021 people), followed by Black residents at 23% (8,263 people) and residents of two or more races at 8% (2,979 people). The data also lists Hispanic residents at 5% (1,700 people), Asian residents at 0.53% (186 people), Other Race at 0.33% (116 people), and American Indian residents at 0.11% (39 people).

White
62%
22,021
Black
23%
8,263
Two + Races
8%
2,979
Hispanic
5%
1,700
Asian
0.53%
186
Other Race
0.33%
116
American Indian
0.11%
39
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Lima, Ratings Compared Across Ohio C+

Lima's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Commute (A), Diversity (A), and Cost of Living (A-). Other notable ratings include Access to Bars (B+), Housing (B-), and Jobs (C). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Lima.

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

How Educated Is Lima

Lima's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (45%), Some College (15%), and Below High School (12%). The data also includes other available education levels, such as Associate Degree (8%), Bachelor Degree (8%), Masters Degree (3%), and Doctorate (0.61%).

High School
45%
Some College
15%
Below High School
12%
Associate Degree
8%
Bachelor Degree
8%
Masters Degree
3%
Doctorate
0.61%

When Were Homes Built

Lima's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (35%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (26%) and 1960 - 1979 (24%). The data also includes other available construction periods, such as 1980 - 1999 (10%) and 2000 - Present (5%).

Before 1939
35%
1940 - 1959
26%
1960 - 1979
24%
1980 - 1999
10%
2000 - Present
5%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Lima's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (42%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (29%) and 4 Bedrooms (13%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories, such as 1 Bedroom (12%), No Bedrooms (2%), and 5 or More Bedrooms (1%).

3 Bedrooms
42%
2 Bedrooms
29%
4 Bedrooms
13%
1 Bedroom
12%
No Bedrooms
2%
5 or More Bedrooms
1%

What Is the Average Age

Lima's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (16%), 25 - 34 (15%), and 10 - 17 (12%). The data also includes other available age groups, such as 35 - 44 (12%), 45 - 54 (12%), Under 10 (12%), 55 - 64 (11%), and 18 - 24 (11%).

65 Plus
16%
25 - 34
15%
45 - 54
12%
Under 10
12%
10 - 17
12%
35 - 44
12%
18 - 24
11%
55 - 64
11%

Property Market Trends at Lima

Lima's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $95,900. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $865 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Lima's dynamic real estate landscape.

Lima Assessor Office

Allen County Auditor's Office

Street:
301 North Main Street
City:
Lima
County:
Allen
State:
OH
Zip Code:
45801
Phone:
419-223-8520
Fax:
419-222-2543
Hours:
Monday-Friday (8 AM - 4:15 PM)

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