First-time buyer programs
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Living in Blackstone, Massachusetts
Blackstone is a town in southern Worcester County on the Rhode Island line, at the southern end of the Blackstone Valley. It was incorporated in 1845 and named after William Blaxton, an early New England settler. The Blackstone River runs along the town's edge; the valley it formed is described as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution in the United States and is part of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor.
Blackstone at a glance
- $14.74Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $6,843Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 25-30 minDrive to Providence, RI
- WorcesterCounty
Blackstone's villages and zip codes
Blackstone uses a single ZIP code, 01504, for the whole town.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Blackstone Village | 01504 | The historic center of town near Main Street and Saint Paul Street, where Town Hall and the library are located. |
| Central Village | 01504 | A village section of town. |
| East Blackstone | 01504 | A section in the eastern part of town. |
| Waterford | 01504 | A village section along the Blackstone River. |
Things to do in Blackstone, MA
Start with Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor and Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT).
Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
A national heritage corridor following the Blackstone River through town, marking sites from the early Industrial Revolution.
Blackstone, MA
Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT)
A rail-trail passing through downtown Blackstone, used for walking and biking along a former rail corridor.
Blackstone, MA
A little history
Blackstone was incorporated as a town in 1845 and named after William Blaxton, an early settler of New England and the first European settler of both Rhode Island and Boston.
European settlement in the area began around 1662, along what became the Blackstone River industrial corridor.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Blackstone
The Blackstone River and the Southern New England Trunkline Trail run through town, tying Blackstone into the wider Blackstone River Valley heritage corridor.
- Southern New England Trunkline TrailRail-trail through downtown Blackstone for walking and biking.
- Blackstone RiverThe river that gives the valley its name and its industrial history.
Walkability and getting around Blackstone
Blackstone's village center along Main and Saint Paul streets has sidewalks near Town Hall and the library, and the SNETT rail-trail runs through downtown, but most of the town is built for driving.
Drive times
- Providence, RI, about 16 miles25-30 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Blackstone has no fixed-route local bus or train service; it is about 25-30 minutes by car from Providence, Rhode Island.
Blackstone property taxes
Blackstone's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.74 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,474 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $6,843, on an average assessed value of $464,214.
Blackstone's FY2026 tax rates
$14.74per $1,000, residential
- Residential$14.74 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$464,214
- Average single-family tax bill$6,843
- 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 | $17.90 |
| FY2023 | $16.18 |
| FY2024 | $16.33 |
| FY2025 | $15.10 |
| FY2026 | $14.74 |
Look up a Blackstone property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Blackstone
What we check on a Blackstone purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, smoke certificate.
Check the flood zone first
The Blackstone River, which runs along the edge of town, puts some low-lying parcels in Blackstone within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for BlackstoneSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Blackstone Fire Department before the sale closes.
Smoke and CO certificate required before closing
Massachusetts sellers need a smoke and carbon-monoxide detector compliance certificate from the local Fire Department before a home can close. We build that inspection into the closing timeline.
All 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.
Thinking about buying in Blackstone?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Blackstone address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Blackstone: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Blackstone: The town runs a Community Choice Power Supply electricity aggregation program for residents for power.
- ElectricThe town runs a Community Choice Power Supply electricity aggregation program for residents
- Trash and recyclingBlackstone provides curbside trash and recycling pickup on a schedule set by the town.
- 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
Town Hall offices and contacts
Blackstone Town Hall is at 15 Saint Paul St, Blackstone, MA 01504. Main line: 508-883-1500.
- Town HallMain line and website508-883-1500
- AssessorProperty values and assessments; online property records via Axis GIS.
- Collector/TreasurerProperty tax billing and collection.
- Town ClerkVital records and elections.
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.
- PlanningZoning and land-use applications.
- Department of Public WorksRoads and town infrastructure.
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic inspections and wells.
- Blackstone Public LibraryThe town's public library.508-883-1931
- Blackstone-Millville Regional School DistrictThe regional school district serving Blackstone and Millville.
Blackstone, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Blackstone, MA?
Blackstone's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.74 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Blackstone?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,896 a year at $14.74 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Blackstone have a split tax rate?
No. Blackstone uses a single rate of $14.74 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Blackstone?
The average single-family tax bill in Blackstone was $6,843 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $464,214.
What county is Blackstone, MA in?
Blackstone is in Worcester County, on the Rhode Island line.
What ZIP code does Blackstone use?
Blackstone uses a single ZIP code, 01504, for the whole town.
Does Blackstone have curbside trash pickup?
Yes. The town provides curbside trash and recycling collection.
How far is Blackstone from Providence, Rhode Island?
Blackstone is about 16 miles from Providence, roughly a 25-30 minute drive.
Which towns border Blackstone?
Blackstone borders Mendon, Bellingham and Millville in Massachusetts, and North Smithfield and Woonsocket in Rhode Island.
Which school district serves Blackstone?
Blackstone is part of the Blackstone-Millville Regional School District.
Towns near Blackstone
Neighbors of Blackstone, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Blackstone, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Blackstone official website: townofblackstone.org
- Blackstone Public Library: blackstonepubliclibrary.org
- Blackstone River in Blackstone photo, Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- 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: Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.