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Ascension Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

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

Ascension Parish has a total default millage rate of 115.00 mills, which determines annual property taxes for homeowners and investors. For a home at the local median price of $280,000, this means significant cost differences compared to neighboring parishes like Livingston, St. James, Iberville. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareAscension Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

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Millage Rates

115.00mills (default total)

Ascension Parish has 4 tax districts with different millage rates. Select the appropriate area for the most accurate estimate.

Prairieville Area (East Bank Unincorporated)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish Assessment District1.78
Parish Library5.35
Mental Health1.98
Parish Tax2.71
Parish Law Enforcement14.48
Health1.98
Parish Council on Aging1.50
School Constitutional3.61
School General Operating7.40
Parish School 2005 Bond3.00
Parish School 2009 Bond2.38
Parish School 2016 Bond3.12
Parish School 2020 Bond6.58
Parish School Facilities4.00
Parish School Buildings2.50
Parish School Technology8.00
Parish School Salaries21.00
Ponchartrain Levee District3.53
East Ascension Drainage4.88
Prairieville Fire District9.62
Juvenile Detention0.98
Parish Animal Shelter0.98
Total Millage111.36

Parish taxes 29.78 + School taxes 61.59 + Ponchartrain Levee 3.53 + East Ascension Drainage 4.88 + Prairieville Fire 9.62 + Juvenile Detention 0.98 + Animal Shelter 0.98 = 111.36 mills

City of Gonzales

Taxing BodyMills
Parish Assessment District1.78
Parish Library5.35
Mental Health1.98
Parish Tax (Gonzales)1.35
Parish Law Enforcement14.48
Health1.98
Parish Council on Aging1.50
School Constitutional3.61
School General Operating7.40
Parish School 2005 Bond3.00
Parish School 2009 Bond2.38
Parish School 2016 Bond3.12
Parish School 2020 Bond6.58
Parish School Facilities4.00
Parish School Buildings2.50
Parish School Technology8.00
Parish School Salaries21.00
Ponchartrain Levee District3.53
East Ascension Drainage4.88
Gonzales General Fund5.28
Gonzales Fire Dept.3.27
Juvenile Detention0.98
Parish Animal Shelter0.98
Total Millage108.93

Parish taxes 28.42 (reduced parish tax inside Gonzales) + School taxes 61.59 + Ponchartrain Levee 3.53 + East Ascension Drainage 4.88 + Gonzales city taxes 8.55 + Juvenile Detention 0.98 + Animal Shelter 0.98 = 108.93 mills

City of Donaldsonville (West Bank)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish Assessment District1.78
Parish Library5.35
Mental Health1.98
Parish Tax (Donaldsonville)1.35
Parish Law Enforcement14.48
Health1.98
Parish Council on Aging1.50
School Constitutional3.61
School General Operating7.40
Parish School 2005 Bond3.00
Parish School 2009 Bond2.38
Parish School 2016 Bond3.12
Parish School 2020 Bond6.58
Parish School Facilities4.00
Parish School Buildings2.50
Parish School Technology8.00
Parish School Salaries21.00
Lafourche Basin Levee District3.75
West Ascension Drainage5.26
Juvenile Detention0.98
Parish Animal Shelter0.98
Total Millage100.98

Parish taxes 28.42 (reduced parish tax inside Donaldsonville) + School taxes 61.59 + Lafourche Basin Levee 3.75 + West Ascension Drainage 5.26 + Juvenile Detention 0.98 + Animal Shelter 0.98 = 100.98 mills. West Bank area.

Sorrento / Darrow / Geismar (East Bank Unincorporated)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish Assessment District1.78
Parish Library5.35
Mental Health1.98
Parish Tax2.71
Parish Law Enforcement14.48
Health1.98
Parish Council on Aging1.50
School Constitutional3.61
School General Operating7.40
Parish School 2005 Bond3.00
Parish School 2009 Bond2.38
Parish School 2016 Bond3.12
Parish School 2020 Bond6.58
Parish School Facilities4.00
Parish School Buildings2.50
Parish School Technology8.00
Parish School Salaries21.00
Ponchartrain Levee District3.53
East Ascension Drainage4.88
Juvenile Detention0.98
Parish Animal Shelter0.98
Total Millage101.74

Parish taxes 29.78 + School taxes 61.59 + Ponchartrain Levee 3.53 + East Ascension Drainage 4.88 + Juvenile Detention 0.98 + Animal Shelter 0.98 = 101.74 mills. No fire district millage in this area.

Source: Ascension-Assessor-2025 · Last updated: 2026-03-19

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $280,000 home in Ascension Parish with 20% down payment and conventional financing.

Buyer Closing Costs

$3,225

1.2% of purchase price

Seller Closing Costs

$800

0.3% 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$1,355
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 $280,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption applied.

Annual Property Tax

$2,358

$196/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.84%

115.00 mills on $20,500 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

Assessor's Office

View property records online

Assessor Phone

225-621-5700

GIS / Parcel Viewer

Interactive map

Special Fees & Assessments

Subdivision / Special District Fees (1)

Your property may be subject to additional subdivision fees depending on location.

Subdivision Road Districts (16 districts)

Various subdivision road maintenance districts at 15.00 mills each

15 mills

How Ascension Parish Compares

ParishMillageAnnual Tax*Buyer Closing*
Livingston100.10$1,552$3,000
Iberville103.50$828$2,663
St. James105.39$896$2,685
St. John the Baptist108.40$1,084$2,753
East Baton Rouge108.80$1,741$3,023
Ascension115.00$2,358$3,225

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ascension Parish?
The default total millage rate in Ascension Parish is 115.00 mills. For a $280,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $2,358. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.
How much are closing costs in Ascension Parish?
Estimated buyer closing costs for a $280,000 home in Ascension Parish are approximately $3,225 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 Ascension Parish have special assessments?
Yes, Ascension Parish has special assessments and fees that may apply to your property, including Subdivision Road Districts (16 districts). These vary by location within the parish. Check with the Ascension Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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