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Living in North Brookfield, Massachusetts
North Brookfield is a town in Worcester County, first settled in 1664 as part of the Quaboag Plantation and set off from Brookfield as its own town in 1812. Its center holds the North Brookfield census-designated place, and Brooks Pond marks part of the town's northern boundary with New Braintree, Spencer and Oakham.
North Brookfield at a glance
- $11.96Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $4,767Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- WorcesterCounty
- 1812Year incorporated
North Brookfield's zip code
All of North Brookfield uses ZIP code 01535.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| North Brookfield center | 01535 | The town center along North Main Street, where Town Hall stands. |
Things to do in North Brookfield, MA
Start with North Brookfield Town Hall and First Congregational Church of North Brookfield, then 2 more below.
North Brookfield Town Hall
The town's historic seat of government on North Main Street.
215 North Main Street, North Brookfield, MA 01535
First Congregational Church of North Brookfield
A historic church in the town center.
North Brookfield
Long View Farm
A former recording studio in North Brookfield used by a number of well-known musicians from the 1970s through the 1990s.
North Brookfield
North Brookfield Public Library
The town's public library, established in 1879.
North Brookfield
A little history
North Brookfield's land was originally part of the Quaboag Plantation; the town split off from Brookfield and was incorporated on its own in 1812.
The town shares a four-way boundary point with Spencer, New Braintree and Oakham, where Brooks Pond cuts across the corner.
Parks, trails and outdoors in North Brookfield
North Brookfield is bounded by several neighboring towns' ponds and brooks, including Brooks Pond along its northern edge.
- Brooks PondSits at the shared corner of North Brookfield, Spencer, New Braintree and Oakham.
Walkability and getting around North Brookfield
North Brookfield center along North Main Street is walkable at a small-town scale, with Town Hall, the library and several historic buildings close together. The rest of the town is rural and requires a car.
Drive times
- Worcester, about 18 miles
- Worcester Regional Airport, about 13 miles
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
North Brookfield has no fixed-route public transit; the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) serves Worcester but does not run scheduled routes into North Brookfield.
North Brookfield property taxes
North Brookfield's most recent certified residential tax rate is $11.96 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 $1,196 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $4,767, on an average assessed value of $398,618.
North Brookfield's FY2026 tax rates
$11.96per $1,000, residential
- Residential$11.96 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$398,618
- Average single-family tax bill$4,767
- 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 | $14.86 |
| FY2023 | $13.36 |
| FY2024 | $13.13 |
| FY2025 | $14.17 |
| FY2026 | $11.96 |
Look up a North Brookfield property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 508-867-0209
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in North Brookfield
Things to look into on a North Brookfield purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, foundations, septic & wells, own school system.
Check the flood zone first
North Brookfield's boundary areas include Brooks Pond and other small ponds and brooks shared with West Brookfield, Brookfield and East Brookfield to the south; check the FEMA flood map for any specific parcel near these water bodies. 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 North Brookfield (opens in a new tab)Smoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the North Brookfield Fire/Rescue before the sale closes. Call 508-867-0210 to schedule.
Ask about foundation testing
The Massachusetts Geological Survey at UMass Amherst lists North Brookfield 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)Septic and wells outside the center
North Brookfield operates municipal water and sewer departments serving the town center, but homes outside that area commonly use private wells and septic systems, which require a Title 5 inspection before sale.
Board of Health (opens in a new tab)K-12 schools run by the town
Unlike most similarly sized towns nearby, North Brookfield operates its own elementary and junior-senior high schools rather than joining a regional district.
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 North Brookfield?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a North Brookfield address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to North Brookfield: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in North Brookfield.
- WaterTown of North Brookfield Water Department.
- Sewer or septicTown of North Brookfield Sewer Department serves the town center; outlying areas use 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
North Brookfield Town Hall is at 215 North Main Street, North Brookfield, MA 01535. Main line: 508-867-0200.
- Town HallMain line and website508-867-0200
- Town ClerkVital records, elections and licensing508-867-0203
- Board of AssessorsProperty values and assessments508-867-0209
- Town CollectorProperty tax billing and payment508-867-0202
- Building InspectorBuilding permits and inspections508-867-0222
- Zoning Board of AppealsZoning variances and appeals
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic inspections and well permits508-867-0201
- Fire/Rescue DepartmentFire and smoke/CO certificate inspections508-867-0210
- Water DepartmentMunicipal water service508-867-0207
- Sewer DepartmentMunicipal sewer service508-867-0211
- Highway DepartmentRoads and public works508-867-0213
- Parks & RecreationParks and recreation programs
- Planning BoardLand use and subdivision review508-867-2600
- North Brookfield Public LibraryPublic library508-867-0208
- North Brookfield Elementary and Junior-Senior High SchoolsThe town's own K-12 school system
North Brookfield, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in North Brookfield, MA?
North Brookfield's most recent certified residential tax rate is $11.96 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 North Brookfield?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $4,784 a year at $11.96 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does North Brookfield have a split tax rate?
No. North Brookfield uses a single rate of $11.96 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in North Brookfield?
The average single-family tax bill in North Brookfield was $4,767 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $398,618.
What ZIP code covers North Brookfield?
All of North Brookfield uses 01535.
Does North Brookfield have municipal sewer service?
Yes, a town Sewer Department serves the town center; outlying areas use private septic systems.
How far is North Brookfield from Worcester?
About 18 miles.
What school district serves North Brookfield?
North Brookfield runs its own elementary and junior-senior high schools rather than a regional district.
Towns near North Brookfield
Neighbors of North Brookfield, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- North Brookfield, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of North Brookfield official website: northbrookfield.net
- Town of North Brookfield Directory: northbrookfield.net
- 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: "NB-Mass-TownHall" by Richard B. Johnson, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized.
- Checked September 25, 2026.