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MILLBROOK COMFORT. CONVENIENCE. COMMUNITY.

A Proud History

With a rich heritage dating back to the 1700s, the Millbrook area, including Robinson Springs, Coosada, Deatsville and Elmore, was known for such prominent leaders as Bolling Hall, William Wyatt Bibb, John Archer Elmore and Benjamin Fitzpatrick. The first pioneer home built in pesent day Millbrook was known as Ellerslie, constructed in 1818 by Bolling Hall, a well-known statesman and planter of that time. Hall’s home still stands and is included in the National Register of Historic Places.

Between World War I and World War II, the communities of Millbrook, Coosada, and Robinson Springs, later referred to as the Tri-Community, began to evolve and grow, adding schools, churches and rail transportation. Contributing to the population growth during this era were unfortunate outbreaks of diseases in the more populated city of Montgomery. As a result, Millbrook became a place to retreat during the long, hot summers. Soon, the seasonal population began to stay year round.

Thriving Community

Incorporated in 1977, Millbrook is a growing Interstate 65 city, strategically located just ten miles north of Montgomery, the capital of Alabama. Known as the western gateway to Elmore County, the City is easily accessed at Interstate 65 exits 176, 179 and 181. Alabama Highways 14 and 143 are also key corridors in the city where retail and commercial development continues to thrive. A variety of housing options are available to those who want to enjoy the best of two worlds — small city comforts plus urban conveniencescreating a relaxing way of life underpinned by a genuine sense of community.

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