Property tax, transfer tax, capital gains, rental rules, and live market data for Massachusetts. All rates current as of April 2026.
Median sale price
$472,400
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 | 115 | $450,000 |
| New Bedford | 63 | $399,900 |
| Boston | 31 | $410,000 |
| Fitchburg | 31 | $374,900 |
| Southbridge | 28 | $264,750 |
| Leominster | 25 | $325,000 |
| Gardner | 21 | $269,000 |
| Acton | 21 | $959,000 |
Interest at 5% or actual rate paid. Strict escrow requirements.
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