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Living in New Marlborough, Massachusetts
New Marlborough is a town in the southern Berkshires made up of five villages: Clayton, Hartsville, Mill River, New Marlborough Village, and Southfield. Settled in 1738 and incorporated in 1759, the town is drained by the Konkapot, Umpachene, and Whiting rivers, which feed the Housatonic River, and it borders Connecticut to the south.
New Marlborough at a glance
- $7.21Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $5,050Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- BerkshireCounty
- 1759Year incorporated
New Marlborough's villages and zip codes
New Marlborough's villages use separate ZIP codes, including 01244 (Mill River), 01230 (New Marlborough Village), and 01259 (Southfield).
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Mill River | 01244 | Home to Town Hall, on Mill River Southfield Road. |
| New Marlborough Village | 01230 | One of the town's five villages. |
| Southfield | 01259 | One of the town's five villages, near the Connecticut line. |
| Hartsville | One of the town's five villages. | |
| Clayton | One of the town's five villages. |
Things to do in New Marlborough, MA
Start with Campbell Falls State Park and Sandisfield State Forest (New Marlborough section), then 1 more below.
Campbell Falls State Park
A waterfall and state park near the Connecticut border, reached from New Marlborough, with a short hiking trail to the falls.
New Marlborough, MA
Sandisfield State Forest (New Marlborough section)
A portion of Sandisfield State Forest extends into New Marlborough, with hiking and undeveloped woodland.
New Marlborough, MA
Lake Buel
A lake on the Monterey line used for fishing and boating.
New Marlborough/Monterey line
A little history
New Marlborough was settled in 1738 and incorporated in 1759, named after the Massachusetts hometown of its original proprietors.
The town is made up of five distinct villages: Clayton, Hartsville, Mill River, New Marlborough Village, and Southfield.
Parks, trails and outdoors in New Marlborough
Three rivers, a large swamp, and two state-forest areas spread across New Marlborough's hills give the town varied hiking and paddling options.
- Campbell Falls State ParkA waterfall near the Connecticut line with a short hiking trail.
- Sandisfield State ForestWoodland trails in the portion of the forest that extends into New Marlborough.
- Lake BuelFishing and boating on the Monterey town line.
- Konkapot RiverOne of three rivers draining the town toward the Housatonic River.
Walkability and getting around New Marlborough
New Marlborough is a rural town spread across five small villages; each has a walkable center at most, and getting between villages requires a car.
Drive times
- Pittsfield, about 26 miles
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
New Marlborough has no fixed-route public transit; Berkshire Regional Transit Authority routes are centered on Pittsfield and Great Barrington. The nearest rail and air service is in Pittsfield.
New Marlborough property taxes
New Marlborough's FY2026 residential tax rate is $7.21 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $721 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $5,050, on an average assessed value of $700,388.
New Marlborough's FY2026 tax rates
$7.21per $1,000, residential
- Residential$7.21 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$700,388
- Average single-family tax bill$5,050
- 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 | $9.30 |
| FY2023 | $8.37 |
| FY2024 | $7.46 |
| FY2025 | $6.94 |
| FY2026 | $7.21 |
Look up a New Marlborough property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 413-229-8116
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in New Marlborough
What we check on a New Marlborough purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, title 5 septic, private wells.
Check the flood zone first
The Konkapot, Umpachene, and Whiting rivers, along with Thousand Acre Swamp in the town's southeast corner, put low-lying parcels in FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for New MarlboroughSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the New Marlborough Fire Department before the sale closes.
Septic systems are standard across the town's villages
New Marlborough has no town sewer system, so nearly all homes rely on private septic. Massachusetts requires a Title 5 inspection before a septic-served home can be sold, so buyers should plan for that step early.
Nearly all properties use private wells
The town has no public water system, so buyers should ask about well testing and yield before making an offer on any property.
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 Marlborough?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a New Marlborough address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to New Marlborough: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in New Marlborough: National Grid for power.
- ElectricNational Grid
- Trash and recyclingNew Marlborough operates a transfer station; permits can be renewed online.
- 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 Marlborough Town Hall is at 807 Mill River Southfield Road, Mill River, MA 01244. Main line: 413-229-8116.
- Town HallMain line and website413-229-8116
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, and elections.413-229-8116
- Board of AssessorsProperty values and assessments.413-229-8116
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.413-229-8116
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.
- Planning BoardLand-use planning.
- Board of HealthSeptic (Title 5) and well permitting.
- Fire DepartmentFire protection and smoke/CO certificates for home sales.
New Marlborough, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in New Marlborough, MA?
New Marlborough's FY2026 residential tax rate is $7.21 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 New Marlborough?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $2,884 a year at $7.21 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does New Marlborough have a split tax rate?
No. New Marlborough uses a single rate of $7.21 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in New Marlborough?
The average single-family tax bill in New Marlborough was $5,050 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $700,388.
What county is New Marlborough, MA in?
New Marlborough is in Berkshire County, in the southern Berkshires.
What villages make up New Marlborough?
New Marlborough is made up of five villages: Clayton, Hartsville, Mill River, New Marlborough Village, and Southfield.
Who supplies electricity in New Marlborough?
National Grid delivers electricity in New Marlborough, though the town runs a municipal aggregation program for supply.
How far is New Marlborough from Pittsfield?
New Marlborough is about 26 miles south of Pittsfield.
Which towns border New Marlborough?
New Marlborough borders Monterey, Sandisfield, Sheffield, and Great Barrington in Massachusetts, and Norfolk and North Canaan, Connecticut.
Where is Town Hall in New Marlborough?
Town Hall is in the Mill River village, at 807 Mill River Southfield Road.
Towns near New Marlborough
Neighbors of New Marlborough, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- New Marlborough, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of New Marlborough official website: newmarlboroughma.gov
- Thomas Shepard House photo, Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- New Marlborough - Colonial Power Group: colonialpowergroup.com
- 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: Zinetv1, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.