About La Plata

La Plata is a relatively small community found in the southwestern portion of the state of Maryland. La Plata has a population of approximately six thousand five hundred residents, and is considered a part of Charles County. La Plata serves as the county seat of Charles County, and was named, at least according to local legend, by Colonel Samuel Chapman. La Plata was founded in the year eighteen ninety five, and residents of a La Plata apartment for rent or house for rent can enjoy a rich cultural and historical legacy as well as a number of recreational points of interest in the area. The educational needs of La Plata are met by McDonough High School, La Plata High School, Piccowaxen Middle School, Milton Somers Middle School, a number of elementary schools, and the College of Southern Maryland. Notable sites in and around La Plata include Wills Memorial Park, Tilghman Park, Laurel Springs Regional Park, Thomas Stone National Historic Site, White Plains Park and Golf, and Gilbert Run Park. Residents of a La Plata apartment rental or home rental can also explore and enjoy nearby communities including Indian Head, Port Tobacco Village, Bennsville, Potomac Heights, and Hughesville.

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