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Living in Mount Washington, Massachusetts
First settled in 1692 and incorporated in 1779, it holds Mount Everett, the highest point in the southern Taconics at 2,602 feet, and Mount Frissell, whose summit sits in Mount Washington even though its slope holds the highest point in Connecticut. Only four roads lead out of town, and just one, East Street, connects to the rest of Massachusetts.
Mount Washington at a glance
- $5.97Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $3,720Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- BerkshireCounty
- 1779Year incorporated
Mount Washington's zip code
Mount Washington uses ZIP code 01258.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Washington center | 01258 | Along Plantain Pond Road, where Town Hall is located. |
Things to do in Mount Washington, MA
Start with Bash Bish Falls State Park and Mount Everett State Reservation, then 2 more below.
Bash Bish Falls State Park
Massachusetts's tallest single-drop waterfall, reached by trail from the state park, within Mount Washington State Forest.
Falls Rd, Mount Washington, MA
Mount Everett State Reservation
A reservation centered on Mount Everett, the highest point in the southern Taconic range at 2,602 feet, with hiking trails including a section of the Appalachian Trail.
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Mount Frissell
A mountain whose summit lies in Mount Washington, notable because its southern slope holds the highest point in Connecticut.
Mount Washington, MA
Mount Race
A ridge along the Appalachian Trail near Mount Everett, with open-ledge views.
Mount Washington, MA
More worth a visit
- Camp Hi-RockA YMCA camp property in Mount Washington that hosts community events such as an annual Oktoberfest.
Around the calendar
- OctoberOktoberfest at Camp Hi-RockA community event held at the Camp Hi-Rock property in town.
A little history
Mount Washington was first settled in 1692 and incorporated as a town in 1779.
Only four roads lead out of Mount Washington, and just one, East Street, connects the town to the rest of Massachusetts.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Mount Washington
Mount Washington sits almost entirely within protected forest and reservation land, including Mount Everett State Reservation and Mount Washington State Forest, home to Bash Bish Falls and a stretch of the Appalachian Trail along Mount Race and Mount Frissell.
- Bash Bish Falls State ParkMassachusetts's tallest single-drop waterfall, within Mount Washington State Forest.
- Mount Everett State ReservationHiking trails on the highest point in the southern Taconic range.
- Appalachian TrailCrosses Mount Race and Mount Frissell in town, entering Massachusetts here.
Walkability and getting around Mount Washington
Mount Washington has no sidewalked village center; it is entirely rural mountain terrain built for driving, with only four roads leading out of town.
Drive times
- Pittsfield, about 33 miles
- Bradley International Airport
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Mount Washington has no fixed-route public transit. The nearest rail and bus service is in Great Barrington, and the nearest Interstate 90 exit is in West Stockbridge.
Mount Washington property taxes
Mount Washington's FY2026 residential tax rate is $5.97 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $597 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $3,720, on an average assessed value of $623,166.
Mount Washington's FY2026 tax rates
$5.97per $1,000, residential
- Residential$5.97 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$623,166
- Average single-family tax bill$3,720
- 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 | $6.11 |
| FY2023 | $5.57 |
| FY2024 | $6.32 |
| FY2025 | $6.08 |
| FY2026 | $5.97 |
Look up a Mount Washington property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 413-528-2839
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Mount Washington
What we check on a Mount Washington purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, well & septic, limited road access, state forest and reservation land.
Check the flood zone first
Bash Bish Brook and other headwater streams draining Mount Everett and the Taconic plateau cross town; low-lying land near them can fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for Mount WashingtonSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Mount Washington Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 413-717-7622 to schedule.
Mount Washington Fire Department pageHomes rely on private wells and septic
Mount Washington has no townwide public water or sewer system; properties use private wells and septic systems, permitted through the Board of Health. Buyers should confirm well and septic condition, including a Title 5 inspection, before closing.
Only four roads lead out of town
Mount Washington has just four roads leading out of town, with only East Street connecting directly to the rest of Massachusetts. Check winter road maintenance and drive times to services before buying.
Much of town is protected forest and reservation land
Mount Everett State Reservation and Mount Washington State Forest cover a large share of the town, which can affect nearby lot lines, access roads and buildable land. Check boundaries near any property you're considering.
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 Mount Washington?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Mount Washington address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Mount Washington: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Mount Washington.
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicMostly private septic systems
- Trash and recyclingMount Washington operates a Transfer Station/Solid Waste Management department; specific hours and permit pricing were not published on the town website at the time of research.
- 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
Mount Washington Town Hall is at 2 Plantain Pond Rd, Mount Washington, MA 01258. Hours: Mondays 11 AM-3 PM; Tuesdays 9 AM-2 PM; other times by appointment. Main line: 413-528-2839.
- Town HallMain line and website413-528-2839
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.413-528-2839
- Board of AssessorsProperty values and assessments.413-528-2839
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.413-528-2839
- Board of HealthSeptic and well permitting, administered with Tri-Town Health.
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention and safety, led by Chief Joe Schneider.413-717-7622
- Highway DepartmentRoads and town infrastructure, led by Director Johnathan Hoskins.413-528-2730
- Mount Washington LibraryThe town's public library.413-528-4971
- Southern Berkshire Regional School DistrictThe regional school district serving Mount Washington.
Mount Washington, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Mount Washington, MA?
Mount Washington's FY2026 residential tax rate is $5.97 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 Mount Washington?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $2,388 a year at $5.97 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Mount Washington have a split tax rate?
No. Mount Washington uses a single rate of $5.97 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Mount Washington?
The average single-family tax bill in Mount Washington was $3,720 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $623,166.
What county is Mount Washington, MA in?
Mount Washington is in Berkshire County.
What is Mount Washington's ZIP code?
Mount Washington uses ZIP code 01258.
How far is Mount Washington from Pittsfield?
Mount Washington is about 33 miles from Pittsfield.
Does Mount Washington have curbside trash pickup?
No confirmed curbside service; the town operates a transfer station.
Which towns and states border Mount Washington?
Mount Washington borders Egremont and Sheffield in Massachusetts, Salisbury, Connecticut, and Ancram, Copake and North East in New York.
What is Bash Bish Falls?
Massachusetts's tallest single-drop waterfall, reached by trail within Mount Washington State Forest.
Towns near Mount Washington
Neighbors of Mount Washington, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Mount Washington, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Mount Washington, MA official website: mountwashington-ma.gov
- Contacts & Officers - Town of Mount Washington, MA: mountwashington-ma.gov
- Bash Bish Falls, Mount Washington State Forest 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: Pablo Sanchez, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.