Our History

What is now the beautiful Millbrook subdivision likely lay within one of the original Texas land surveys established in the mid-1800s. Until the mid-20th century, the area was almost certainly used for cattle grazing, hay production, small farming operations, or left as undeveloped pasture. This was common for much of north Arlington before suburban expansion.

Then, in the mid-1900s things really began to change.  The small town of the 1950's began to grow, and grow fast. The Millbrook subdivision was built during one of the of the largest growth periods in Arlington history.

Between 1960 and 1980:

• Arlington's population grew from approximately 44,000 to over 160,000

• General Motors expanded operations.

• Six Flags Over Texas become a major employer.

• DFW Airport opened in 1974.

• The DFW Turnpike (now Interstate 30) transformed North Arlington.

• Families moved rapidly into new suburban neighborhoods.

Millbrook was one of dozens of upscale neighborhoods built for middle- and upper-middle-income families during this expansion.

Our Association

Millbrook Addition Homeowners Association was created in 1973. The mission of the Association is to maintain, preserve, regulate, and promote the beautification, use, and utility of the lake system, so as to regulate the flow of silt, plant growth, and other accumulating debris and to control the breeding and proliferation of mosquitoes and other pests in or around the lake system.

Owners may make waterfront improvements; however, all improvements lying within the lake easement boundary require special approval by the Architectural Control Committee.

The Association also strives to cultivate a “neighborly” feel by regularly communicating with members and coordinating events such as National Night Out and other social events

Construction

Tarrant Appraisal District records consistently show homes with original construction start dates in 1973, indicating that development and homebuilding were concentrated in the mid-1970s.

Unlike many neighborhoods built by a single builder, Millbrook has a mix of custom and semi-custom homes. 

As you walk or drive through the tree-lined neighborhood you will notice that elevations of the homes vary, roof lines are not uniform, and floor plans differ, all of which contributes to a unique “look” and character for Millbrook.

Neighborhood Stability

One remarkable aspect of Millbrook is what HASN'T happened.

Many Arlington neighborhoods from the 1970s experienced rental conversion, lot splits, extensive redevelopment, or heavy commercial encroachment.

Millbrook has avoided these trends.

Today Millbrook remains predominantly owner-occupied and retains its original street pattern and lot configurations.