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Living in Acushnet, Massachusetts
Acushnet is a small town on the South Coast of Massachusetts, bordering New Bedford to the west and about 4 miles north of Buzzards Bay. Land here was purchased from the Wampanoag in 1652 and was originally part of Old Dartmouth before Acushnet incorporated as its own town in 1860. The Acushnet River, which forms the town's western boundary with New Bedford, gave the town its name and its whaling-era history.
Acushnet at a glance
- $10.45Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $5,244Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 10-15 minDrive to New Bedford
- BristolCounty
Acushnet's zip code
Acushnet uses a single ZIP code, 02743, for the entire town.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Acushnet Center | 02743 |
Things to do in Acushnet, MA
Start with Acushnet Town Hall and center and New Bedford Reservoir, then 1 more below.
Acushnet Town Hall and center
The town's historic civic center on Main Street, anchoring Acushnet Center.
122 Main Street, Acushnet, MA
New Bedford Reservoir
A reservoir fed by local tributaries, used for water supply and passive recreation along its shoreline.
Acushnet, MA
Hamlin's Mill Pond
A mill pond in Acushnet, one of several ponds shaping the town's landscape along with East Pond and Tinkham Pond.
Acushnet, MA
A little history
The land now called Acushnet was purchased from the Wampanoag in 1652 as part of Old Dartmouth; it incorporated as its own town in 1860.
Herman Melville joined the crew of the whaling ship Acushnet in 1841, an experience that later influenced his novel Moby-Dick.
The Acushnet Company, now known for the Titleist golf brand, was founded in the area in 1910.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Acushnet
Acushnet's landscape runs from the Acushnet River along its New Bedford border up to higher ground near Sassaquin, with several ponds, ponds, and the New Bedford Reservoir providing open water and passive recreation.
- Acushnet RiverThe river forming the town's boundary with New Bedford, historically tied to the whaling industry.
- New Bedford ReservoirA reservoir within Acushnet fed by local tributaries and brooks.
- Hamlin's Mill Pond, East Pond and Tinkham PondSeveral ponds across town used for fishing and passive recreation.
Where to eat in Acushnet: restaurants and coffee
2 places in Acushnet to try, including portuguese american restaurant and restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
Captain's Place
Portuguese American restaurant
A family-owned restaurant in Acushnet serving Portuguese American cuisine since 1994.
Blue Point Restaurant
Restaurant
A long-running restaurant in Acushnet.
Walkability and getting around Acushnet
Acushnet Center has sidewalks near Town Hall and along Main Street, but most of the town is low-density and built for driving between New Bedford, the town center, and outlying roads.
Drive times
- New Bedford, about 4 miles10-15 min
- New Bedford Regional Airport, about 5 miles10-15 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Acushnet is served by SRTA (Southeastern Regional Transit Authority) bus routes connecting to New Bedford. The nearest MBTA commuter rail stations, New Bedford and Church Street, opened in New Bedford in March 2025 as part of the South Coast Rail project.
Acushnet property taxes
Acushnet's FY2026 residential tax rate is $10.45 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $14.73. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,045 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $5,244, on an average assessed value of $501,817.
Acushnet's FY2026 tax rates
$10.45per $1,000, residential
- Residential$10.45 per $1,000
- Commercial, industrial, personal property$14.73 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$501,817
- Average single-family tax bill$5,244
- Motor vehicle excise (statewide)$25 per $1,000 of value
Source: Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Tax Rates by Class and Average Single Family Tax Bill.
How the residential rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Residential rate |
|---|---|
| FY2022 | $13.27 |
| FY2023 | $12.00 |
| FY2024 | $11.41 |
| FY2025 | $10.79 |
| FY2026 | $10.45 |
Look up a Acushnet property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Acushnet
What we check on a Acushnet purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, curbside trash, smoke/co certificate.
Check the flood zone first
The Acushnet River along the New Bedford border and the town's ponds put some low-lying parcels within FEMA flood zones; check the flood map for any specific property near water. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for AcushnetSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Acushnet Fire & EMS before the sale closes.
Acushnet Fire & EMS pageCurbside pickup plus a collection center
Acushnet provides curbside trash and recycling collection on scheduled routes, with an additional collection center on Middle Road for bulky items and extra disposal needs.
RecyclingFire department inspection required before closing
Massachusetts law requires a smoke and carbon monoxide detector inspection and certificate from the local fire department before a home sale closes.
Fire DepartmentAll loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property and program requirements. MassHousing limits and eligibility are set by MassHousing and change from time to time.
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Moving to Acushnet: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Acushnet: National Grid for power.
- ElectricNational Grid
- Natural gasNo confirmed natural gas service found
- WaterPublic water service in parts of town; some areas on private wells
- Sewer or septicSewer service in parts of town; some areas on private septic systems
- Trash and recyclingAcushnet provides curbside trash and recycling collection on scheduled routes, with residents putting bins out by 7 am on their designated pickup day. The town also operates a collection center for additional disposal needs.
- Registry of Motor VehiclesUpdate your address with the RMV within 30 days. Excise tax goes to the city or town where the car is garaged.Mass. RMV
Acushnet Transfer Station / Recycling Collection Center
700 Middle Road, Acushnet, MA 02743 Friday and Saturday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM
Transfer station detailsTown Hall offices and contacts
Acushnet Town Hall is at 122 Main Street, Acushnet, MA 02743. Main line: 508-998-0200.
- Town HallMain line and website508-998-0200
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic inspections, well permits and health complaints.
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention and EMS services, operating from Station 1 on Russell Street and Station 3 on Middle Road.
- Acushnet Elementary School / Albert F. Ford Middle SchoolThe town's elementary and middle schools; high school students attend regional schools in Fairhaven or New Bedford.
Acushnet, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Acushnet, MA?
Acushnet's FY2026 residential tax rate is $10.45 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $14.73. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Acushnet?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $4,180 a year at $10.45 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Acushnet have a split tax rate?
Yes. Homes pay $10.45 per $1,000 and commercial, industrial and personal property pay $14.73.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Acushnet?
The average single-family tax bill in Acushnet was $5,244 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $501,817.
What county is Acushnet, MA in?
Acushnet is in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
What ZIP code does Acushnet use?
Acushnet uses a single ZIP code, 02743, for the entire town.
Does Acushnet have curbside trash pickup?
Yes. Acushnet provides curbside trash and recycling collection on scheduled routes, plus a collection center on Middle Road.
Who supplies electricity in Acushnet?
National Grid is the electric utility serving Acushnet.
How far is Acushnet from New Bedford?
Acushnet borders New Bedford directly, about a 10-15 minute drive to downtown New Bedford.
Is there train service near Acushnet?
The nearest MBTA commuter rail stations are in New Bedford (New Bedford and Church Street stations), which opened in March 2025 as part of the South Coast Rail project.
Towns near Acushnet
Neighbors of Acushnet, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Acushnet, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Acushnet, MA official website: acushnet.ma.us
- Recycling - Acushnet, MA: acushnet.ma.us
- Board of Health - Acushnet, MA: acushnet.ma.us
- Fire Stations - Acushnet, MA: acushnet.ma.us
- South Coast Rail - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Acushnet Town Hall photo, Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Captain's Place - official website: captainsplacema.com
- Tax rates and average single-family value and tax bill: Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Tax Rates by Class and Average Single Family Tax Bill.
- Motor vehicle excise: M.G.L. c. 60A, $25 per $1,000 of value statewide.
- Walkability: Walk Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: John Phelan, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.