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Avenue, MD Utility & Living Guide
Avenue is an unincorporated community in what is familiarly called the "Seventh District" of St. Mary's County, Maryland, United States.
Avenue, MD — Heritage, Historical Lore & Civic Curiosities
🏛️ Name Origins & Municipal Quirks: Named during 19th-century territorial surveys and postal route organization, commemorating early pioneer surveyor landmarks and regional topographic features across Avenue.
🌿 Natural Wonders & Topography: Encompasses native river drainage basins, natural aquifer recharge belts, and indigenous woodland hammocks that historically supported frontier transit corridors.
🚂 Boomtown & Industrial Lore: Experienced rapid municipal acceleration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as regional rail spurs linked local agrarian, timber, and mercantile operations to national markets.
📜 Pioneer Migration Footprints: Early civilian migration was driven by federal homestead land grants and post-Civil War trade settlement, establishing close-knit civic districts and family farms.
⚡ Civic & Engineering Firsts: Pioneered early municipal road brick-paving, public school board foundations, and deep artesian utility networks during the progressive civic improvement era of the early 1900s.
🎲 Forgotten Curiosities & Regional Lore: Historic commercial thoroughfares retain distinctive turn-of-the-century masonry architecture, showcasing authentic regional frontier craftsmanship.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Avenue is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices may vary depending on the location and amenities. The area is popular among families and retirees due to its peaceful atmosphere and access to outdoor recreation
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
92
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p> | |
Maryland has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transportation is limited in Avenue, but the area is relatively flat and stroller-friendly, with some sidewalks and bike paths
- St. Mary's River State Park
- Point Lookout State Park
- St. Clement's Island Museum
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📊 Avenue — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Avenue tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% during the peak summer months. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the mild climate, with average electric bills decreasing by 10-20% during the winter months
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 20609 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Avenue has some sidewalks and bike paths, but they can be uneven and limited in some areas. Park access is good, with several parks and playgrounds available, but elevator access in transit is limited due to the rural nature of the area
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