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Grant Parish Closing Costs & Property Taxes

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

Grant Parish has a total default millage rate of 143.85 mills, which determines annual property taxes for homeowners and investors. For a home at the local median price of $145,000, this means significant cost differences compared to neighboring parishes like Rapides, Natchitoches, Winn. Below you'll find a complete millage breakdown by taxing body, example closing cost and property tax calculations, and tools to compareGrant Parish against any other parish in Louisiana.

Millage Rates

143.85mills (default total)

Grant Parish has 22 tax districts with different millage rates. Select the appropriate area for the most accurate estimate.

Ward 1 (Colfax 1A, Levee, FD 1, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Colfax School 1A27.21
19th Levee District6.00
Fire District No. 120.24
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage159.00

Includes Colfax school district (1A). Hospital Dist 1 rate is 0.00 for 2025.

Ward 2 (Colfax 1A, Levee, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Colfax School 1A27.21
19th Levee District6.00
Fire District No. 611.81
Recreation District No. 22.26
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage152.83

Ward 2 with Colfax school district, levee district, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1.

Ward 2 (Colfax 1A, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1 — no Levee)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Colfax School 1A27.21
Fire District No. 611.81
Recreation District No. 22.26
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage146.83

Ward 2 with Colfax school district, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1. Outside levee district.

Ward 2 (Pollock 9A, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Pollock School 9A27.27
Fire District No. 611.81
Recreation District No. 22.26
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage146.89

Ward 2 with Pollock school district, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1.

Ward 2 (Dry Prong 11A, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Dry Prong School 11A21.27
Fire District No. 611.81
Recreation District No. 22.26
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage140.89

Ward 2 with Dry Prong school district, FD 6, Rec 2, HD 1.

Ward 3 (Colfax 1A, FD 3)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Colfax School 1A27.21
Fire District No. 313.42
Total Millage146.18

Ward 3 (Pollock 9A, FD 5)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Pollock School 9A27.27
Fire District No. 511.03
Total Millage143.85

Ward 3 (Dry Prong 11A, FD 5)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Dry Prong School 11A21.27
Fire District No. 511.03
Total Millage137.85

Ward 3 (Dry Prong 11A, FD 3)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Dry Prong School 11A21.27
Fire District No. 313.42
Total Millage140.24

Ward 4 (Pollock 9A, FD 5)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Pollock School 9A27.27
Fire District No. 511.03
Total Millage143.85

Ward 4 (Dry Prong 11A, FD 5)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Dry Prong School 11A21.27
Fire District No. 511.03
Total Millage137.85

Ward 4 (Georgetown 16A, FD 5)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Georgetown School 16A18.78
Fire District No. 511.03
Total Millage135.36

Ward 4 (Dry Prong 11A, FD 3)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Dry Prong School 11A21.27
Fire District No. 313.42
Total Millage140.24

Ward 5 (Georgetown 16A, FD 4)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Georgetown School 16A18.78
Fire District No. 49.20
Total Millage133.53

Ward 6 (Colfax 1A, Levee, FD 1, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Colfax School 1A27.21
19th Levee District6.00
Fire District No. 120.24
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage159.00

Hospital Dist 1 rate is 0.00 for 2025.

Ward 6 (Colfax 1A, FD 1, HD 1 — no Levee)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Colfax School 1A27.21
Fire District No. 120.24
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage153.00

Ward 6 outside levee district. Hospital Dist 1 rate is 0.00 for 2025.

Ward 6 (Verda 31A, FD 1, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Verda School 31A22.68
Fire District No. 120.24
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage148.47

Hospital Dist 1 rate is 0.00 for 2025.

Ward 6 (Montgomery 21A, FD 1, HD 1)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Montgomery School 21A19.09
Fire District No. 120.24
Hospital District No. 10.00
Total Millage144.88

Hospital Dist 1 rate is 0.00 for 2025.

Ward 7 (Montgomery 21A, FD 7, HD 7)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Montgomery School 21A19.09
Fire District No. 715.00
Hospital District No. 74.31
Total Millage143.95

Ward 7 (Verda 31A, FD 7, HD 7)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Verda School 31A22.68
Fire District No. 715.00
Hospital District No. 74.31
Total Millage147.54

Ward 7 (Montgomery 21A, FD 2, HD 7)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Montgomery School 21A19.09
Fire District No. 213.50
Hospital District No. 74.31
Total Millage142.45

Ward 8 (Pollock 9A, FD 5)

Taxing BodyMills
Parish-Wide105.55
Pollock School 9A27.27
Fire District No. 511.03
Total Millage143.85

Source: Grant Parish Assessor 2025 Millage Sheet · Last updated: 2026-03-20

Example Closing Costs

Estimated buyer closing costs for a $145,000 home in Grant Parish with 20% down payment and conventional financing.

Buyer Closing Costs

$2,618

1.8% of purchase price

Seller Closing Costs

$800

0.6% 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$748
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 $145,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption applied.

Annual Property Tax

$1,007

$84/month

Effective Tax Rate

0.69%

143.85 mills on $7,000 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 Grant Parish Compares

ParishMillageAnnual Tax*Buyer Closing*
Winn79.80$160$2,391
Natchitoches89.80$718$2,663
Rapides90.63$861$2,730
LaSalle101.50$457$2,505
Grant143.85$1,007$2,618

* 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 Grant Parish?
The default total millage rate in Grant Parish is 143.85 mills. For a $145,000 home with the $75,000 homestead exemption, the estimated annual property tax is $1,007. Actual rates may vary by ward or tax district.
How much are closing costs in Grant Parish?
Estimated buyer closing costs for a $145,000 home in Grant Parish are approximately $2,618 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 Grant Parish have special assessments?
Grant 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 Grant Parish Assessor's office for details specific to your property.

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