Property tax, transfer tax, capital gains, rental rules, and live market data for Massachusetts. All rates current as of April 2026.
Median sale price
$555,000
1,000 active listings
Property tax (effective)
1.20%
Median · of home value
State income tax
9.00%
Top marginal
Transfer tax
0.46%
Paid by seller
Every calculator pre-filled with Massachusetts's 2026 rates. Override any number inline if your county or deal differs.
Ranked by active listing volume.
| City | Listings | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester | 135 | $499,000 |
| New Bedford | 60 | $472,400 |
| Sturbridge | 36 | $419,900 |
| Westborough | 32 | $732,498 |
| Marlborough | 32 | $572,450 |
| Webster | 27 | $410,000 |
| Lunenburg | 25 | $599,500 |
| Clinton | 24 | $442,000 |
Interest at 5% or actual rate paid. Strict escrow requirements.
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