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Avoyelles Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

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

Avoyelles Parish has a total default millage rate of 75.70 mills, which determines annual property taxes for homeowners and investors. For a home at the local median price of $120,000, this means significant cost differences compared to neighboring parishes like Rapides, St. Landry, Pointe Coupee. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareAvoyelles Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

Millage Rates

75.70mills (default total)

Avoyelles Parish has 6 tax districts with different millage rates. Select the appropriate area for the most accurate estimate.

Unincorporated Avoyelles (No Special Districts)

Taxing BodyMills
Levee District (Constitutional)3.71
General Alimony (Parish)2.77
Exempted Municipalities R&C1.38
Exempted Municipalities EMMM0.69
Library6.08
Health Unit3.92
Drainage District3.43
Red River Waterway2.34
Law Enforcement District6.41
School Board (total)23.46
Assessment District5.64
Total Millage59.83

Base parish-wide rate. Add special district millages if applicable.

City of Marksville

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-wide Base59.83
City of Marksville7.15
Total Millage66.98

City of Bunkie

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-wide Base59.83
City of Bunkie5.66
Total Millage65.49

Town of Cottonport

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-wide Base59.83
Town of Cottonport5.69
Total Millage65.52

Town of Mansura

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-wide Base59.83
Town of Mansura5.08
Total Millage64.91

Town of Simmesport

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-wide Base59.83
Town of Simmesport5.01
Total Millage64.84

Source: Avoyelles-LLA-2024 · Last updated: 2026-03-19

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $120,000 home in Avoyelles Parish with 20% down payment and conventional financing.

Buyer Closing Costs

$2,505

2.1% of purchase price

Seller Closing Costs

$800

0.7% of purchase price

View itemized breakdown

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$635
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
Get an Exact Estimate

Example Property Tax

Estimated annual property tax for a $120,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption applied.

Annual Property Tax

$341

$28/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.28%

75.70 mills on $4,500 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

Special Fees & Assessments

Subdivision / Special District Fees (4)

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

Fire Protection District No. 2

Fire protection in FPD #2 area (10-year voted levy from 2021)

10 mills

Road District No. 2

Road maintenance for Road District No. 2 (covers ~1/4 of parish)

30.07 mills

Hospital Service District No. 3

Hospital services in HSD #3 area

4.9 mills

Waterworks District SW Avoyelles

Water service in SW Avoyelles area

4.7 mills

How Avoyelles Parish Compares

ParishMillageAnnual Tax*Buyer Closing*
Evangeline67.80$339$2,528
Pointe Coupee69.80$489$2,618
Avoyelles75.70$341$2,505
Rapides90.63$861$2,730
Concordia106.00$371$2,460
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 Avoyelles Parish?
The default total millage rate in Avoyelles Parish is 75.70 mills. For a $120,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $341. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.
How much are closing costs in Avoyelles Parish?
Estimated buyer closing costs for a $120,000 home in Avoyelles Parish are approximately $2,505 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 Avoyelles Parish have special assessments?
Yes, Avoyelles Parish has special assessments and fees that may apply to your property, including Fire Protection District No. 2, Road District No. 2, Hospital Service District No. 3, and others. These vary by location within the parish. Check with the Avoyelles Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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