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Chester, MA Property Tax Guide — June 2026

The current residential property tax rate in Chester, Massachusetts — and what it means for your annual tax bill.

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
Residential Tax Rate
$18.06
Per
$1,000 of value
Tax on a Median Home
$4.9K/yr
Est. Monthly Tax
$406
vs. MA Average
46% above
Fiscal Year
FY2025

Chester Property Tax Overview

Chester, Massachusetts has a FY2025 residential property tax rate of $18.06 per $1,000 of assessed value. That works out to about $1,806 in annual tax for every $100,000 of assessed home value.

On a median-priced Chester home (around $270K), the estimated annual property tax bill is $4.9K, or roughly $406 per month. Your actual bill depends on your home's assessed value, which can differ from its market price.

At $18.06 per $1,000, Chester's rate is 46% above the Massachusetts statewide average of about $12.40. Property tax rates are set annually by each city or town and fund local schools, public safety, and services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Chester, MA?

Chester's FY2025 residential property tax rate is $18.06 per $1,000 of assessed value.

How much is property tax on a home in Chester?

On a median-priced home of about $270K, the estimated Chester property tax is $4.9K per year (around $406 per month).

Is Chester's property tax high?

At $18.06 per $1,000, Chester is 46% above the Massachusetts average of roughly $12.40 per $1,000.

Market figures are derived from live MLS data and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not an appraisal or a guarantee of value. Last updated June 2026.