01337 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 01337 (Bernardston, Massachusetts) pay a median of $4,458/year in property taxes on homes valued at $312,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.43%, which is 26% above the Massachusetts state average of 1.13%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 01337 is approximately $372, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Franklin County. This is $1,274 less than the Massachusetts average of $5,732/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Massachusetts, 01337 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 01536 (1.42%) and 01370 (1.43%).

In Bernardston, property taxes represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $79,274, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Massachusetts Chapter 59 exemptions for seniors (65+), veterans, and surviving spouses can reduce your assessed value by $800–$2,500 depending on income and municipality in Franklin County. File your exemption application with the Franklin County Assessor by April 1 annually to secure relief on your primary residence; you must own and occupy the property by that date to qualify. Franklin County Assessor will require proof of ownership, residency, and eligibility—apply immediately after closing to position yourself for the April 1 deadline.