Rural homes and acreage in La Pine
Many people who think of La Pine are thinking of a wider area than the city limits. The Census counts people inside the city, so the figures below describe the city only. Homes on rural acreage outside the city are in unincorporated Deschutes County and are not in these numbers.
What the Census says about the city
| Measure | La Pine |
|---|---|
| Households | 1,070 |
| Owner-occupied share of households | 58.4% (625 homes) |
| Renter-occupied | 445 households |
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $363,800 |
| Owner homes valued at $300,000 or more | 421 of 625 (67.4%) |
| Vacant homes held for seasonal, recreational or occasional use | 31 of about 1,179 housing units (about 2.6%) |
Most homes in La Pine are lived in year-round, and the seasonal share is small. All of these are estimates for a small place, with wide margins. The median home value is plus or minus $41,391, and the seasonal count of 31 is plus or minus 33, which means the true number could be close to zero or well above 31.
Where to ask about land and rules
- The City of La Pine posts planning commission meetings, agendas and forms for property inside the city.
- Deschutes County handles property outside city limits. Its Transient Lodging Tax page says short-term rentals in unincorporated areas must register with the county.
- The La Pine Park and Recreation District is a separate local district with its own parks and programs.