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MassHousing home loansLiving in Brookfield, Massachusetts
Brookfield is a town in south Worcester County, incorporated in 1718 and the original of the five Brookfields, which split off from it over time. The town center sits along the Quaboag River near Quaboag Pond, and Route 9 and Route 148 both run through it.
Brookfield at a glance
- $14.62Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $5,409Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 30-35 minDrive to Worcester
- WorcesterCounty
Brookfield's zip code
Brookfield uses a single ZIP code, 01506, for the whole town.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Brookfield center | 01506 | Along Central Street, where Town Hall, the library and the transfer station area are located. |
Things to do in Brookfield, MA
Start with Quaboag Pond and Merrick Public Library, then 1 more below.
Quaboag Pond
A large pond along Brookfield's border with East Brookfield, feeding into the Quaboag River and used for boating and fishing.
Off Route 9, Brookfield, MA
Merrick Public Library
The town's public library, established in the 1860s.
Brookfield, MA
General Knox Cannon Trail marker
A memorial marking the 1776 route Henry Knox's expedition used to haul cannon from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston, passing through Brookfield.
Route 9, Brookfield, MA
A little history
Brookfield was first settled by Europeans around 1660 and incorporated as a town in 1718, making it the original Brookfield from which West Brookfield, North Brookfield, and East Brookfield later split off.
The town was the site of a siege during King Philip's War in August 1675.
Henry Knox's 1776 expedition hauling cannon from Fort Ticonderoga to the Siege of Boston passed through Brookfield, a route now marked with memorials.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Brookfield
Quaboag Pond and the Quaboag River give Brookfield its water-based recreation, alongside the rural roads and rail corridor that cross the town.
- Quaboag PondBoating and fishing on a large pond along the Brookfield-East Brookfield line.
- Quaboag RiverThe river running through Brookfield's center, part of the Quaboag watershed.
Walkability and getting around Brookfield
Brookfield's small center along Central Street has limited sidewalks near Town Hall and the library, and most of the town is built for driving.
Drive times
- Worcester, about 18 miles30-35 min
- Worcester Regional Airport, about 20 miles35-40 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Brookfield has no fixed-route public bus service. A CSX-operated freight line (former Boston and Albany Railroad) passes through town, but there is no passenger rail station.
Brookfield property taxes
Brookfield's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.62 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,462 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $5,409, on an average assessed value of $369,967.
Brookfield's FY2026 tax rates
$14.62per $1,000, residential
- Residential$14.62 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$369,967
- Average single-family tax bill$5,409
- 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 | $16.43 |
| FY2023 | $15.98 |
| FY2024 | $15.20 |
| FY2025 | $15.48 |
| FY2026 | $14.62 |
Look up a Brookfield property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 508-867-2930
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Brookfield
What we check on a Brookfield purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, wells & septic, pay-as-you-throw trash.
Check the flood zone first
Land along the Quaboag River and around Quaboag Pond can fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for BrookfieldSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Brookfield Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 508-867-7306 to schedule.
Brookfield Fire Department pageRural parcels rely on private wells and septic
Much of Brookfield is on private wells and septic systems rather than town water and sewer. Massachusetts requires a Title 5 septic inspection before most home sales.
Transfer station requires a permit and town bags
Brookfield's transfer station on Quaboag Street charges an annual permit (about $95) and requires special town trash bags (about $15 per ten). Curbside pickup through a private hauler is also available.
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 Brookfield?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Brookfield address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Brookfield: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Brookfield: National Grid for power.
- ElectricNational Grid
- WaterMostly private wells
- Trash and recyclingBrookfield residents can use curbside service through a private hauler such as Republic Services, or bring trash to the town transfer station using required town trash bags.
- 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
Brookfield Transfer Station
7 Quaboag Street, Brookfield, MA 01506
$95 per year; town trash bags $15 per package of ten
Transfer station detailsTown Hall offices and contacts
Brookfield Town Hall is at 6 Central Street, Brookfield, MA 01506. Main line: 508-867-2930.
- Town HallMain line and website508-867-2930
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, and elections.508-867-2930
- Board of AssessorsProperty values and assessments.508-867-2930
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.508-867-2930
- Building InspectorBuilding permits and inspections.508-867-8342
- Board of HealthSeptic (Title 5), wells, and transfer station oversight.508-867-2930
- Fire DepartmentFire safety, inspections and smoke-certificate compliance.508-867-7306
- Highway DepartmentRoads and town infrastructure.508-867-8357
- Merrick Public LibraryThe town's public library.508-867-6339
- Tantasqua Regional School DistrictThe town's regional school district, serving Brookfield along with four other towns.
Brookfield, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Brookfield, MA?
Brookfield's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.62 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 Brookfield?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,848 a year at $14.62 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Brookfield have a split tax rate?
No. Brookfield uses a single rate of $14.62 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Brookfield?
The average single-family tax bill in Brookfield was $5,409 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $369,967.
What county is Brookfield, MA in?
Brookfield is in Worcester County.
What ZIP code does Brookfield use?
Brookfield uses a single ZIP code, 01506, for the whole town.
Is trash pickup curbside or pay-as-you-throw in Brookfield?
Both options exist: residents can use curbside pickup through a private hauler, or bring trash to the town transfer station on Quaboag Street with a paid annual permit and required town bags.
Who supplies electricity in Brookfield?
National Grid supplies electricity to Brookfield.
How far is Brookfield from Worcester and Springfield?
Brookfield is about 18 miles west of Worcester and about 30 miles east-northeast of Springfield.
Is there a train station in Brookfield?
No. A CSX freight line passes through town, but there is no passenger rail station.
Towns near Brookfield
Neighbors of Brookfield, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Brookfield, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Brookfield official website - Departments: brookfieldma.us
- Brookfield Transfer Station - Recycle Smart MA: recyclesmartma.org
- National Grid - Town of Brookfield MA: brookfieldma.us
- 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.
- Checked September 25, 2026.