Property tax, transfer tax, capital gains, rental rules, and live market data for Massachusetts. All rates current as of April 2026.
Median sale price
$380,000
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | 103 | $299,000 |
| Boston | 69 | $6,200 |
| Lowell | 25 | $319,900 |
| Fall River | 23 | $335,900 |
| West Springfield | 23 | $269,500 |
| Westfield | 18 | $2,050 |
| Worcester | 18 | $2,175 |
| Quincy | 17 | $625,000 |
Interest at 5% or actual rate paid. Strict escrow requirements.
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