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MassHousing home loansLiving in Orange, Massachusetts
Orange is a Franklin County town on the Millers River, first settled in 1746 from lands taken from Royalston, Warwick and Athol, and incorporated in 1810. The town grew from a farming community into a mill town after the river was dammed in 1790, and by the late 1800s the New Home Sewing Machine Company was its largest employer. The Massachusetts Peace Statue, the state's official peace memorial, stands in Memorial Park in the town center.
Orange at a glance
- $16.60Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $4,910Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 25-30 minDrive to Greenfield
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Orange's villages and zip codes
Orange uses ZIP code 01364 for the town.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Orange center | 01364 | The town's main village along the Millers River, where Town Hall and Memorial Park are located. |
| Tully | 01364 | A village near Tully Lake and the Tully River, north of the town center. |
Things to do in Orange, MA
Start with Massachusetts Peace Statue, Memorial Park and Tully Lake Recreation Area.
Massachusetts Peace Statue, Memorial Park
A statue designated the state's official peace memorial in 2000, located in the town's central park.
Memorial Park, Orange, MA
Tully Lake Recreation Area
A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recreation area on Tully Lake with camping, canoeing and hiking trails.
Doane Hill Rd, Orange, MA
A little history
Orange was first settled in 1746 from land taken from Royalston, Warwick and Athol, and was incorporated as a town in 1810.
After the Millers River was dammed in 1790, Orange grew into a mill town; by the late 1800s the New Home Sewing Machine Company was its largest industry.
The Grout Brothers automobile company operated in Orange in the early 1900s and is considered among the first to build automobiles in a factory setting in the United States.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Orange
The Millers River runs through the town center, and Tully Lake to the north gives Orange paddling, camping and hiking within the North Quabbin region.
- Tully Lake Recreation AreaCamping, canoeing and hiking trails on Tully Lake.
- Millers RiverRuns through the town center, with river access points.
Walkability and getting around Orange
Orange's town center has sidewalks around Memorial Park and the downtown business area, but most of the town is rural and spread out, requiring a car.
Drive times
- Greenfield, about 18 miles25-30 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 65 miles75-85 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Massachusetts Route 2 runs through Orange, providing the main east-west connection. Orange has no fixed-route public transit or train station; the nearest Amtrak and Valley Flyer service is in Greenfield.
Orange property taxes
Orange's FY2026 residential tax rate is $16.60 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,660 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $4,910, on an average assessed value of $295,760.
Orange's FY2026 tax rates
$16.60per $1,000, residential
- Residential$16.60 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$295,760
- Average single-family tax bill$4,910
- 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 | $19.12 |
| FY2023 | $17.96 |
| FY2024 | $17.44 |
| FY2025 | $16.45 |
| FY2026 | $16.60 |
Look up a Orange property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Orange
What we check on a Orange purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, river town center.
Check the flood zone first
The Millers River runs through the town center, putting low-lying land near the river within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for OrangeSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Orange Fire Department before the sale closes.
Check flood zones near the Millers River
Orange's town center sits along the Millers River. We check the FEMA flood map before you make an offer on a property near the river.
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.
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Moving to Orange: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Orange.
- 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
Orange Town Hall is at 6 Prospect St, Orange, MA 01364.
- Town HallMain line and website
- Town ClerkVital records and elections.
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.
- Planning & ZoningZoning and land use.
- Ralph C. Mahar Regional School DistrictThe town's regional public school district.
Orange, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Orange, MA?
Orange's FY2026 residential tax rate is $16.60 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 Orange?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $6,640 a year at $16.60 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Orange have a split tax rate?
No. Orange uses a single rate of $16.60 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Orange?
The average single-family tax bill in Orange was $4,910 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $295,760.
What county is Orange, MA in?
Orange is in Franklin County.
What ZIP code does Orange use?
Orange uses ZIP code 01364.
How far is Orange from Greenfield?
Orange is about 18 miles from Greenfield, roughly a 25-30 minute drive.
Is there a train station in Orange?
No. Orange has no train station; the nearest Amtrak and Valley Flyer service is in Greenfield.
Which towns border Orange?
Orange borders Royalston, Athol, Petersham, New Salem, Wendell and Warwick.
Towns near Orange
Neighbors of Orange, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Orange, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Orange official website: townoforange.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.
- Checked September 25, 2026.