Property tax, transfer tax, capital gains, rental rules, and live market data for Massachusetts. All rates current as of April 2026.
Median sale price
$369,450
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 52 | $599,500 |
| Lowell | 36 | $3,100 |
| Somerville | 27 | $550,000 |
| Beverly | 22 | $572,000 |
| Springfield | 22 | $344,450 |
| Cambridge | 21 | $4,500 |
| Lawrence | 18 | $327,500 |
| Lynn | 18 | $150,925 |
Interest at 5% or actual rate paid. Strict escrow requirements.
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