Holliston center
703 Washington Street, Holliston, MA 01746
Living in Holliston, Massachusetts
Holliston is a town in Middlesex County in the MetroWest region, incorporated on December 3, 1724, and named for Thomas Hollis, an early benefactor of Harvard College. It was once a major shoe-manufacturing center, and its Mudville section is linked to the poem "Casey at the Bat."
Holliston at a glance
- $14.29Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $10,566Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 35-45 minDrive to Boston
- MiddlesexCounty
Holliston's villages and zip codes
Holliston uses a single ZIP code, 01746, across its village sections, including Mudville, East Holliston, Braggville, and Lakeside.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Holliston center | 01746 | The town's civic center on Washington Street, part of the Thomas Hollis District, where Town Hall is located. |
| Mudville | 01746 | A neighborhood in Holliston associated with the poem "Casey at the Bat." |
Things to do in Holliston, MA
Start with Fatima Shrine and Lake Winthrop, then 3 more below.
Fatima Shrine
A religious shrine and outdoor site featuring what is cited as the world's largest rosary walk.
101 Washington St, Holliston, MA
Lake Winthrop
A 140-acre lake used for fishing and swimming, with a town-owned beach.
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Upper Charles River Trail
A rail-trail planned to run 20 miles through Holliston, Milford, Hopkinton, and Medway when fully built, used for walking and biking.
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Pinecrest Golf Club
An 18-hole public golf course in Holliston.
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Bogastow Brook Viaduct (Arch Bridge)
A historic stone arch bridge over Bogastow Brook.
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A little history
Holliston was incorporated on December 3, 1724, and named for Thomas Hollis, an early benefactor of Harvard College.
Sources describe Holliston as once the largest producer of shoes in the United States, reflecting the town's 19th-century manufacturing history.
Holliston's Mudville neighborhood is associated with the poem "Casey at the Bat."
Parks, trails and outdoors in Holliston
Holliston's outdoor recreation centers on Lake Winthrop, a growing network of rail-trail segments, and several town parks.
- Lake WinthropA 140-acre lake with a town beach for swimming and fishing.
- Upper Charles River TrailA rail-trail through Holliston and neighboring towns, planned to reach 20 miles.
- Stoddard Park, Patoma Park, Goodwill Park, and Pleasure PointTown parks used for walking and outdoor recreation.
Walkability and getting around Holliston
Holliston center along Washington Street has sidewalks near Town Hall, but most of the town's village sections and residential streets are built around driving.
Drive times
- Boston, about 22 miles35-45 min
- Logan International Airport, about 30 miles45-55 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
No fixed-route MBTA bus or commuter rail service serving Holliston was confirmed in sources reviewed. The town is near Interstate 495 and the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), with Routes 16 and 126 passing through.
Holliston property taxes
Holliston's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.29 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,429 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $10,566, on an average assessed value of $739,382.
Holliston's FY2026 tax rates
$14.29per $1,000, residential
- Residential$14.29 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$739,382
- Average single-family tax bill$10,566
- 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 | $17.38 |
| FY2023 | $15.40 |
| FY2024 | $15.06 |
| FY2025 | $14.65 |
| FY2026 | $14.29 |
Look up a Holliston property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town Clerk's OfficeVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 508-429-0604
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Holliston
What we check on a Holliston purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, smoke & co certificate, pay-per-bag trash stickers.
First-time buyer programs
MassHousing sets its own income and price limits for Middlesex County. We check them with you before you shop.
MassHousing home loansCheck the flood zone first
Bogastow Brook and other streams run through Holliston, and low-lying parcels near them can fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for HollistonSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Holliston Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 508-429-4631 to schedule.
Holliston Fire Department pageMassachusetts requires a smoke and CO certificate before closing
Sellers in Massachusetts need a smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm compliance certificate from the local fire department before a home sale can close. Contact the Holliston Fire Department to schedule the inspection.
Holliston charges a per-bag sticker beyond the first cart
Holliston provides weekly collection of one 35-gallon trash cart at no per-bag cost, but additional bags require a $2 sticker. Factor sticker costs into your household budget, and ask about the senior discount if it applies.
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 Holliston?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Holliston address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Holliston: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Holliston: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- WaterHolliston Department of Public Works, Water Division
- Trash and recyclingHolliston uses curbside collection through hauler E.L. Harvey: each household's first 35-gallon trash cart (40-pound limit) is collected weekly at no per-bag cost, and a $2 trash sticker is required for additional bags. A 65-gallon recycling cart is provided for single-stream recycling. Residents 65 and older can get up to six free trash stickers a year with proof of residence, and curbside food-scrap composting is available through a Black Earth partnership.
- 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
Marshall Street Recycling Center
Marshall Street, Holliston, MA Saturdays 8am-3pm, plus Sundays from November through January
$20 sticker per bulky item or electronic-waste item; car decal required
Town Hall offices and contacts
Holliston Town Hall is at 703 Washington Street, Holliston, MA 01746.
- Town HallMain line and website
- Town Clerk's OfficeLand records, vital records, and elections.508-429-0601
- Assessor's OfficeProperty values and assessments.508-429-0604
- Treasurer/Tax Collector's OfficeProperty tax billing and payment.508-429-0602
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.508-429-0606
- Planning BoardZoning, land use, and planning applications.508-429-0635
- Parks & RecreationTown parks and recreation programs.508-429-2149
- Department of Public Works (Highway)Roads and trash and recycling.508-429-0615
- Department of Public Works (Water)Water service.508-429-0603
- Holliston Public LibraryThe town's public library.508-429-0617
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic inspections and well permits.508-429-0605
Holliston, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Holliston, MA?
Holliston's FY2026 residential tax rate is $14.29 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 Holliston?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,716 a year at $14.29 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Holliston have a split tax rate?
No. Holliston uses a single rate of $14.29 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Holliston?
The average single-family tax bill in Holliston was $10,566 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $739,382.
What ZIP code does Holliston use?
Holliston uses a single ZIP code, 01746, across its village sections, including Mudville, East Holliston, Braggville, and Lakeside.
Is trash pickup curbside or pay-as-you-throw in Holliston?
Holliston uses curbside collection through hauler E.L. Harvey: the first 35-gallon trash cart is collected weekly at no per-bag cost, but additional bags need a $2 sticker.
Where is Holliston's transfer station?
The Marshall Street Recycling Center accepts bulky items and electronic waste on Saturdays from 8am to 3pm, plus Sundays from November through January, for a $20 sticker per item.
Who supplies electricity in Holliston?
Eversource provides electric service in Holliston.
How far is Holliston from Boston?
Holliston is about 22 miles west of Boston, roughly a 35-45 minute drive depending on traffic.
Is there public transit in Holliston?
No fixed-route MBTA bus or commuter rail service serving Holliston was confirmed in sources reviewed; the town is near Interstate 495 and the Massachusetts Turnpike.
Towns near Holliston
Neighbors of Holliston, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Holliston, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Holliston official website: townofholliston.us
- Holliston, MA Directory: townofholliston.us
- Trash & Recycling - Town of Holliston: townofholliston.us
- Holliston Town Hall 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: Smc6287 (English Wikipedia), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.