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Sterling, MA Property Tax Guide — June 2026

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

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
Residential Tax Rate
$12.88
Per
$1,000 of value
Tax on a Median Home
$9.7K/yr
Est. Monthly Tax
$805
vs. MA Average
4% above
Fiscal Year
FY2025

Sterling Property Tax Overview

Sterling, Massachusetts has a FY2025 residential property tax rate of $12.88 per $1,000 of assessed value. That works out to about $1,288 in annual tax for every $100,000 of assessed home value.

On a median-priced Sterling home (around $750K), the estimated annual property tax bill is $9.7K, or roughly $805 per month. Your actual bill depends on your home's assessed value, which can differ from its market price.

At $12.88 per $1,000, Sterling's rate is 4% 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 Sterling, MA?

Sterling's FY2025 residential property tax rate is $12.88 per $1,000 of assessed value.

How much is property tax on a home in Sterling?

On a median-priced home of about $750K, the estimated Sterling property tax is $9.7K per year (around $805 per month).

Is Sterling's property tax high?

At $12.88 per $1,000, Sterling is 4% 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.