Blandford Center
1 Russell Stage Rd, Blandford, MA 01008
Living in Blandford, Massachusetts
Blandford is a hill town near the eastern edge of the Berkshire Hills, about 21 miles from Springfield along Route 23 and U.S. Route 20. Elevations in town range from about 400 to 1,700 feet.
Blandford at a glance
- $12.57Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $4,680Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- HampdenCounty
- 1741Year incorporated
Blandford's villages and zip codes
Blandford uses ZIP code 01008.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Blandford Center | 01008 | The site of the town's early settlement, where Town Hall, the fire station and the library are located. |
| North Blandford | 01008 | A section of town that was once a manufacturing location. |
Things to do in Blandford, MA
Start with Blandford Fair and The White Church, then 2 more below.
Blandford Fair
An annual Labor Day weekend agricultural fair at the Blandford Fairgrounds, with exhibits, competitions and a midway, run by volunteers.
Blandford Fairgrounds, Blandford, MA
Plan a visitThe White Church
The First Congregational Church of Blandford, a historic church known locally as the White Church, pictured on the town flag and seal.
Blandford Center, Blandford, MA
Porter Memorial Library
The town's public library, established in 1891, on Main Street.
87 Main St, Blandford, MA
The Blandford Club
A private nine-hole golf course with tennis facilities, established in 1909, near the White Church on North Street.
17 North St, Blandford, MA
Around the calendar
- SeptemberBlandford FairAn annual agricultural fair over Labor Day weekend at the Blandford Fairgrounds.
A little history
Massachusetts Governor William Shirley renamed the town Blandford, after the ship that brought him from England, when it was incorporated in 1741; Glasgow, Scotland had promised the settlers a church bell if the town kept its original name, and withdrew the gift once it was renamed.
The Blandford Ski Area operated from 1936 to 2020 and was described as the oldest continuously operating club-owned ski area in North America before it closed.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Blandford
Blandford's terrain runs from about 400 to 1,700 feet in elevation, with forests of beech, birch, maple, hemlock, pine and oak, and the Little River watershed feeding Springfield's Cobble Mountain Reservoir in town.
- Cobble Mountain Reservoir watershedThe city of Springfield's main water supply reservoir draws on the upper watershed of the Little River in Blandford; the reservoir itself is a protected water-supply area.
- Little RiverA tributary of the Westfield River running through town.
Walkability and getting around Blandford
Blandford Center has no significant sidewalk network; the town is rural hill-town terrain built for driving.
North Blandford
Drive times
- Springfield, about 21 miles
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Blandford has no fixed-route public transit and no train station.
Blandford property taxes
Blandford's FY2026 residential tax rate is $12.57 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,257 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $4,680, on an average assessed value of $372,337.
Blandford's FY2026 tax rates
$12.57per $1,000, residential
- Residential$12.57 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$372,337
- Average single-family tax bill$4,680
- 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 | $14.79 |
| FY2023 | $13.66 |
| FY2024 | $11.57 |
| FY2025 | $11.71 |
| FY2026 | $12.57 |
Look up a Blandford property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 413-848-4279 ext. 200
- Hampden County Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Blandford
What we check on a Blandford purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, well & septic, reservoir watershed.
First-time buyer programs
MassHousing sets its own income and price limits for Hampden County. We check them with you before you shop.
MassHousing home loansCheck the flood zone first
Land along the Little River, a tributary of the Westfield River that feeds Springfield's Cobble Mountain Reservoir, puts some low-lying parcels in FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for BlandfordSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Blandford Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 413-848-4279 ext. 600 to schedule.
Blandford Fire Department pageMost homes likely use private wells or septic
Blandford has its own municipal Water Department, but coverage is limited and the town lists no sewer department, so many properties rely on private wells and septic systems. The Board of Health handles percolation test and septic permits; buyers should confirm which utilities serve a specific property.
Parts of town sit in Springfield's water-supply watershed
The upper watershed of the Little River in Blandford is reserved as part of Springfield's Cobble Mountain Reservoir water supply, which can affect land use near the reservoir. Ask about any watershed restrictions on a specific parcel.
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 Blandford?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Blandford address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Blandford: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Blandford.
- WaterBlandford Water Department operates a public water system for parts of town; office hours are Wednesday and Thursday, 10 AM-2 PM
- Sewer or septicNo town sewer department is listed; properties likely rely on private septic systems, permitted through the Board of Health
- Trash and recyclingBlandford has no curbside collection. The Board of Health operates the transfer station on Huntington Road, open Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
- 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
Blandford Transfer Station
20 Huntington Rd, Blandford, MA 01008 Tuesday 6-8 PM, Saturday 8 AM-12 PM
Transfer station detailsTown Hall offices and contacts
Blandford Town Hall is at 1 Russell Stage Rd, Blandford, MA 01008. Main line: 413-848-4279.
- Town HallMain line and website413-848-4279
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.413-848-4279
- AssessorsProperty values and assessments.413-848-4279 ext. 200
- Treasurer & CollectorProperty tax and water bill payment.413-848-4279 ext. 102
- Building InspectorBuilding permits and inspections.413-848-4279
- Board of HealthTitle 5/percolation test permits, food permits, and the transfer station.413-848-4279 ext. 401
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention, open burn permits, and smoke/CO alarm guidance for home sales.413-848-4279 ext. 600
- Water DepartmentBlandford's public water system.413-848-4279 ext. 304
- Highway DepartmentRoads and snow removal.413-848-4279
- Porter Memorial LibraryThe town's public library.413-848-2853
- Gateway Regional School DistrictThe regional school district serving Blandford.
Blandford, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Blandford, MA?
Blandford's FY2026 residential tax rate is $12.57 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 Blandford?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,028 a year at $12.57 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Blandford have a split tax rate?
No. Blandford uses a single rate of $12.57 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Blandford?
The average single-family tax bill in Blandford was $4,680 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $372,337.
What county is Blandford, MA in?
Blandford is in Hampden County.
What is Blandford's ZIP code?
Blandford uses ZIP code 01008.
Does Blandford have curbside trash pickup?
No. The Board of Health operates a transfer station on Huntington Road, open Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Does Blandford have public water?
The town has its own Water Department operating a public system, though coverage is limited; many properties rely on private wells.
How far is Blandford from Springfield?
Blandford is about 21 miles from Springfield.
Towns near Blandford
Neighbors of Blandford, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Blandford, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Blandford, MA official website: townofblandford.gov
- Assessors - Town of Blandford: townofblandford.gov
- Water Department - Town of Blandford: townofblandford.gov
- Board of Health - Town of Blandford: townofblandford.gov
- Fire Department - Town of Blandford: townofblandford.gov
- Treasurer & Collector - Town of Blandford: townofblandford.gov
- Library - Town of Blandford: townofblandford.gov
- Blandford Fair, official site: theblandfordfair.com
- Massachusetts Communities Tax Rate Fiscal Year 2025 - Massachusetts Almanac: massachusettsalmanac.com
- Blandford, Massachusetts photo (White Church), 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: Rhcowles, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.