Lake Almanor West, Almanor, CA
Lake Almanor West — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Lake Almanor West, Almanor, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.
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Lake Almanor West Neighborhood Overview
Lake Almanor West is a neighborhood in the community of Almanor, California, situated in Plumas County with the primary ZIP code 96137. This area is characterized by its lakeside setting and is classified as a Luxury market tier, reflecting its appeal as a destination for second homes and primary residences in a scenic, recreational environment.
The housing market in Lake Almanor West shows a strong orientation toward homeownership, with a rate of 77.9%. The median home value is $320,700, and homes average 1,425 square feet in size. Mortgage data from the past year indicates robust activity, with 123 total loan originations. The vast majority of these were conventional loans (106), with smaller numbers of FHA (11) and VA (6) loans, suggesting a market primarily serving buyers with established credit. The median gross rent is $754 per month, with renter-occupied housing making up 22.1% of the housing stock.
Neighborhood character is shaped by its luxury tier designation and high rate of homeownership. The median household income of $59,280 supports a stable, primarily owner-occupied community. The market activity and housing metrics point to a desirable, established neighborhood centered around the Lake Almanor lifestyle.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 6 neighborhoods in Almanor.
Lake Almanor West Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $321K |
| Median Gross Rent | $754/mo |
| Median Household Income | $59K |
| Homeownership Rate | 77.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 22.1% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.7% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Market Tier | Luxury |
| Primary ZIP Code | 96137 |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | |
| Total Mortgage Originations | 123 |
| VA Loan Originations | 6 |
| VA Loan Share | 4.9% |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $218K |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 106 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 11 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Lake Almanor West, Almanor
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: California Department of Real Estate (DRE) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-05-31