$89,639Average Value$114Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
Modest homes in the culturally rich north side of Lafayette
Much of the development and growth of the Lafayette area has been focused on the central and southern areas of the city. But Mills North, a humble community just north of Downtown Lafayette, isn’t going to be left behind as the city around it changes. During the early days of Lafayette’s history, the area hadn’t become part of the city yet, and became a spot for residents to sort out their differences outside of town, earning it the nickname “Fightinville.” The area and the nearby La Place des Creoles became part of the city in the 20th century, but the nicknames stuck around. Today, residents in Mills North maintain community food pantries and petition for improvements to the area’s infrastructure, with a mix of public and private investment set to turn the area’s fortunes around. The community’s Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center is a key location in the city’s partnership with the New Orleans Pelicans basketball team, with youth outreach programs for kids and teens. The Lafayette Parish School System’s Truman Early Learning Center, a $30 million facility for the community’s youngest learners, opened at the beginning of 2024 at the intersection of University Avenue and Willow Street.
Simple homes and a few elaborate manors
Single-story homes with one to two bedrooms make up most of Mills North’s home market, with an average home value of $60,000. Residents can also find other home styles in the area, including Cape Cods, Craftsman and rancher-style homes and some secluded French-style estates. The area has an equal number of owners and renters, and most homes can be found for less than $100,000.
A one-story, Ranch-style home with a long driveway and attached deck in Mills North.
A one-story, Craftsman-style home with an attached garage in the Mills North neighborhood.
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Interstate 49 is the lifeblood of Mills North and connects the area with the rest of the state.
Get there with Interstate 10 or University Avenue
North University Avenue serves as Mills North’s primary north-south thoroughfare, while the neighborhood is bordered by Interstate 10 to the north and Cameron Street to the south. The neighborhood connects to surrounding areas through West Willow Street. The Lafayette Transit System connects Mills North passengers to the greater Lafayette area with stops along University Avenue, Gilman Road, and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Residents commuting into the downtown area can expect a commute of about 2 miles. For longer trips to northern Louisiana or the New Orleans area, residents can use Interstate 49/US 90.
Winning women’s basketball at Lafayette High
The Lafayette Parish School System serves students in the Mills North part of town. JW Faulk Elementary School offers free tutoring for students through a partnership with Sylvan Learning of Acadiana and follows goals set by the school district for year-over-year improvement. The school holds a C grade with Niche users. Lafayette Middle School also holds a C grade. Lafayette High School’s Lady Lions basketball team won the Division 1 Select State Championship in 2023. The school holds an A grade on Niche.
Local stops and national favorites
Residents can find a range of regional and national retailers bordering the Mills North area. Cracker Barrel, Church’s Texas Chicken and McDonald’s operate near the neighborhood’s entrance to Interstate 10 at University Avenue. Near the west side of the neighborhood at Willow Street and University Avenue, Family Dollar and Dollar General both offer everyday items. Following Willow Street 2 miles east into the Evangeline area, Super 1 Foods is a dependable stop for groceries, while DD’s Discounts offers marked-down clothing and other items. The Northgate Mall hosts a mix of local businesses, with national brands like The Home Depot, Sonic, Checkers and Popeyes. Other local stops include T & J Grocery, which offers house-made boudin, and Express Donuts, where residents can also find pretzel dogs and kolach.
Cracker Barrel in Mills North offers Southern cooking and hospitality from morning 'til night.
Mills North has several retail centers which provides easy, quick shopping trips for locals.
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Enjoy days out at Dorsey Park
The Martin Luther King Jr. Recreational Center at Dorsey Park is a hub for community outreach and activities in Mills North. The center offers Meals on Wheels programs, early voting for local elections, a library branch and complimentary Wi-Fi. Residents can also find an indoor pool and a walking trail on the grounds, and the center’s gym is available for hosting community events. Residents can also enjoy games of basketball or picnics at St. Anthony Park near Arthur Street or take the kids to the playground at the nearby J. Wallace James Park on Hopkins Street in the West End.
Small but vibrant flowers can be found if you look hard enough in the Mills North area.
Mills North offers state-of-the-art outdoor workout equipment in its parks.
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Learn new skills at the Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center
The MLK Rec Center hosts a variety of enrichment programs for locals to enjoy. Residents can stop by throughout the week to learn how to play the piano, enjoy senior-friendly aerobics classes or help young ones learn life skills at Cub Scouts meetings. The center also hosts all-ages basketball leagues and youth volleyball.
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Parks in this Area
Debaillon Park
Dorsey-Donlon Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
St. Anthony Playground
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Oaklawn Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Parc Putnam
J W James Playground
Transit
Airport
Lafayette Regional/Paul Fournet Field
9 min drive
Bus
Madeline Avenue & Jack Street
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Madeline Ave & Celeste Street
Bus
Madeline Street & St. Antoine Street
Bus
Gilman Road & Kennedy Drive
Bus
Madeline Avenue & Hellen Street
Bus
St. Antoine Street & Gilman Road
Bus
Mlk Drive & Foote Street
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mills North
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mills North, Lafayette sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Mills North, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $111,125, up 42% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,793
Median Age
40
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$22,208
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$32,724
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
63.8%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.1%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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