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Acadia Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

Real rates and fees for real estate transactions in Acadia Parish, Louisiana

Acadia Parish has a total default millage rate of 71.80 mills, which determines annual property taxes for homeowners and investors. For a home at the local median price of $155,000, this means significant cost differences compared to neighboring parishes like Lafayette, Vermilion, Jefferson Davis. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareAcadia Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

Millage Rates

71.80mills (default total)

Total millage rate: 71.80 mills

Source: Acadia-LTC-2024 · Last updated: 2026-03-19

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $155,000 home in Acadia Parish with 20% down payment and conventional financing.

Buyer Closing Costs

$2,663

1.7% of purchase price

Seller Closing Costs

$800

0.5% of purchase price

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Title Fees

Abstract Fee$350
Insured Closing Letter$25
Recording Service Fee$175
Title Exam$275
Wire Fee$20
Wire Fee$20
Settlement Fee$550
Owner's Title Insurance$793
Lender's Title Insurance (simultaneous issue)$100
Simultaneous Issue Credit$0

Other Fees

Overnight / Courier$55
Overnight / Courier$55
Notary / Attorney Fee$150
Termite Certificate$75
Flood Certification$20
Certified Mortgage Certificate$50

Government Fees

Recording a Mortgage (Parish Cost)*$250
Recording a Sale (Parish Cost)$150
Cancellation Fee (per inscription)$175
Cancellation Fee (per inscription)$175
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Example Property Tax

Estimated annual property tax for a $155,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption applied.

Annual Property Tax

$574

$48/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.37%

71.80 mills on $8,000 taxable value

Calculate Your Exact Tax

Based on approximate median sale prices (Louisiana Realtors Association, 2025 estimates). Your actual costs will vary. Use our calculators for a personalized estimate.

Parish Resources

How Acadia Parish Compares

ParishMillageAnnual Tax*Buyer Closing*
Evangeline67.80$339$2,528
Acadia71.80$574$2,663
Vermilion84.50$761$2,708
Jefferson Davis103.20$619$2,573
Lafayette105.20$1,631$3,000
St. Landry125.10$813$2,595

* Based on each parish's approximate median sale price with homestead exemption and 20% down payment. Actual costs vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Acadia Parish?
The default total millage rate in Acadia Parish is 71.80 mills. For a $155,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $574. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.
How much are closing costs in Acadia Parish?
Estimated buyer closing costs for a $155,000 home in Acadia Parish are approximately $2,663 with conventional financing, 20% down payment, and owner's title insurance. This includes title fees, government recording fees, and prepaid items. Use our Closing Cost Calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Acadia Parish have special assessments?
Acadia Parish does not have widely applicable special assessments beyond the standard millage rates. However, some properties may be subject to local improvement district fees. Contact the Acadia Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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