Property tax, transfer tax, capital gains, rental rules, and live market data for Massachusetts. All rates current as of April 2026.
Median sale price
$3,400
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 59 | $3,600 |
| New Bedford | 52 | $419,950 |
| Worcester | 51 | $2,500 |
| Springfield | 41 | $299,999 |
| Fall River | 40 | $2,400 |
| Chicopee | 28 | $317,400 |
| Lowell | 24 | $2,300 |
| Waltham | 23 | $2,850 |
Interest at 5% or actual rate paid. Strict escrow requirements.
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