New Braintree center
20 Memorial Drive, New Braintree, MA 01531
Living in New Braintree, Massachusetts
New Braintree is a small, agricultural town in Worcester County. The area was recolonized by European settlers in 1709 after an earlier settlement was destroyed during King Philip's War, and the town was officially incorporated in 1751. Since 1992, it has been home to the Massachusetts State Police Academy.
New Braintree at a glance
- $14.97Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $5,884Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 35-40 minDrive to Worcester
- WorcesterCounty
New Braintree's zip code
New Braintree uses the 01531 zip code.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| New Braintree center | 01531 | Around Memorial Drive near Town Hall, the Congregational Church, and the library. |
Things to do in New Braintree, MA
Start with New Braintree Congregational Church and Leroy Pollard Memorial Library.
New Braintree Congregational Church
A historic church in the town center.
New Braintree, MA
Leroy Pollard Memorial Library
The town's public library.
45 Memorial Drive, New Braintree, MA
Plan a visit to Leroy Pollard Memorial Library (opens in a new tab)
A little history
The area was occupied by Nipmuc and other Native American groups for thousands of years before European settlement; a 1675 attack during King Philip's War, known as "Wheeler's Surprise," destroyed the earlier Quaboag plantation nearby.
European settlers recolonized the area in 1709, and New Braintree was officially incorporated as a town in 1751.
The Massachusetts State Police Academy has been located in New Braintree since 1992, on a site that had earlier been proposed for a state prison.
Walkability and getting around New Braintree
New Braintree center has a small cluster of municipal buildings along Memorial Drive, but the town has no commercial district and is built around driving.
Drive times
- Worcester, about 22 miles35-40 min
- Worcester Regional Airport, about 20 miles30-35 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
New Braintree has no fixed-route public bus or passenger rail service.
New Braintree property taxes
New Braintree's most recent certified residential tax rate is $14.97 per $1,000 of assessed value, for FY2026 (July 2025 to June 2026). Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,497 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $5,884, on an average assessed value of $393,057.
New Braintree's FY2026 tax rates
$14.97per $1,000, residential
- Residential$14.97 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$393,057
- Average single-family tax bill$5,884
- 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 | $16.25 |
| FY2023 | $14.68 |
| FY2024 | $14.54 |
| FY2025 | $14.86 |
| FY2026 | $14.97 |
Look up a New Braintree property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 508-867-2071
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in New Braintree
Things to look into on a New Braintree purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, foundations, wells & septic.
MassHousing home loans
MassHousing sets income limits by community, and they depend on household size and loan program. We check them with you before you shop.
MassHousing home loans (opens in a new tab)Check the flood zone first
Flood zones are set address by address. We take an early look at FEMA's map before you offer. That's not a flood determination: the official determination ordered with your loan decides whether flood insurance is required.
FEMA's flood map for New Braintree (opens in a new tab)Smoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the New Braintree Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 508-867-2071 to schedule.
New Braintree Fire Department page (opens in a new tab)Ask about foundation testing
The Massachusetts Geological Survey at UMass Amherst lists New Braintree among the towns at moderate risk (within 30 miles) of the Connecticut concrete plant that distributed pyrrhotite-affected concrete, based on the 2019 state Special Commission report. On a home with a poured concrete foundation, ask whether it has been tested.
UMass pyrrhotite guide (opens in a new tab)Massachusetts requires a smoke and CO certificate before closing
Sellers need a smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm compliance certificate from the local fire department before a sale can close.
No town water or sewer system
New Braintree has no townwide public water or sewer system, so buyers should plan for well and septic inspections, including a Title 5 septic inspection before closing. The town's Board of Health directs septic questions to a designated septic inspector.
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 New Braintree?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a New Braintree address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to New Braintree: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in New Braintree: National Grid for power.
- ElectricNational Grid
- Natural gasNo natural gas service confirmed; homes typically use propane, oil, or electric heat
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicNo town sewer system; properties rely on private septic systems
- 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
New Braintree Town Hall is at 20 Memorial Drive, New Braintree, MA 01531. Main line: 508-867-2071.
- Town HallMain line and website508-867-2071
- Board of SelectmenTown governance.508-867-2071
- Board of AssessorsProperty values and assessments.508-867-2071
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.508-867-2071
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, and elections.508-867-2071
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention and emergency response; issues smoke and CO certificates for home sales.508-867-2071
- Board of HealthSeptic, well, and food permitting.508-867-2071
- Leroy Pollard Memorial LibraryThe town's public library.508-867-7650
- Quabbin Regional School DistrictRegional school district serving New Braintree.
New Braintree, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in New Braintree, MA?
New Braintree's most recent certified residential tax rate is $14.97 per $1,000 of assessed value, for FY2026 (July 2025 to June 2026). Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in New Braintree?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,988 a year at $14.97 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does New Braintree have a split tax rate?
No. New Braintree uses a single rate of $14.97 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in New Braintree?
The average single-family tax bill in New Braintree was $5,884 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $393,057.
What ZIP code does New Braintree use?
New Braintree uses ZIP code 01531.
Who supplies electricity in New Braintree?
National Grid is the electric utility serving New Braintree.
How far is New Braintree from Worcester?
New Braintree is roughly 22 miles from Worcester, about a 35-40 minute drive.
What school district serves New Braintree?
New Braintree is part of the Quabbin Regional School District.
Is there public transit in New Braintree?
No. New Braintree has no fixed-route bus or passenger rail service.
What state facility is located in New Braintree?
The Massachusetts State Police Academy has been located in New Braintree since 1992.
Towns near New Braintree
Neighbors of New Braintree, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- New Braintree, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of New Braintree official website: newbraintreema.us
- Fire Department - New Braintree, MA: newbraintreema.us
- Board of Health - New Braintree, MA: newbraintreema.us
- Library - New Braintree, MA: newbraintreema.us
- MassDOT Utility Contacts by District/Municipality: hwy.massdot.state.ma.us
- NewBraintree-MA.jpg, 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® ratings, provided live by Walk Score. Addresses are located with the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder.
- Photo: "NewBraintree-MA" by Richard B. Johnson (en:User:LymanSchool), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized.
- Checked September 25, 2026.