First-time buyer programs
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Living in Plainville, Massachusetts
Plainville is a town in southern Norfolk County that separated from Wrentham and incorporated on April 4, 1905. The area was originally part of a 1635 Dedham land grant and was known as Slackville, after a local landowner, before being renamed Plainville for its plains in 1856. The Ten Mile River runs through town, and the Angle Tree Stone here marks the historic boundary between the old Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth Bay colonies.
Plainville at a glance
- $11.29Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $6,958Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- NorfolkCounty
- 1905Year incorporated
Plainville's zip code
Plainville uses a single ZIP code, 02762, for the whole town.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Plainville center | 02762 | Around South Street, where the town's Municipal Complex is located. |
Things to do in Plainville, MA
Start with Plainridge Park Casino and Angle Tree Stone, then 1 more below.
Plainridge Park Casino
A harness-racing track paired with a slot machine parlor, operated by Penn Entertainment. The track opened in 1999 and the gaming floor opened to the public in June 2015.
Plainville, MA
Angle Tree Stone
A historic marker stone denoting the old boundary between the Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth Bay colonies, referenced on the town seal.
Plainville, MA
Ten Mile River
The river that runs through Plainville.
Plainville, MA
A little history
The area was part of a 1635 Dedham land grant and became known as Slackville after landowner Benjamin Slack; it was renamed Plainville for its plains after a post office was established in 1856.
Plainville separated from Wrentham and was incorporated as its own town on April 4, 1905.
In 2019 the town completed a $34 million Municipal Complex housing Town Hall, the Fire Department, and Police, funded in part by casino tax revenue; it replaced a Town Hall built in 1938 as a firehouse.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Plainville
The Ten Mile River runs through Plainville.
- Ten Mile RiverThe river that runs through town.
Walkability and getting around Plainville
Plainville's center around South Street and Route 1A has sidewalks near the Municipal Complex, while most of the town is built for driving.
Drive times
- Providence
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Plainville has no MBTA Commuter Rail station; nearby GATRA and MBTA bus service connects through neighboring towns.
Plainville property taxes
Plainville's FY2026 residential tax rate is $11.29 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $18.33. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,129 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $6,958, on an average assessed value of $616,329.
Plainville's FY2026 tax rates
$11.29per $1,000, residential
- Residential$11.29 per $1,000
- Commercial, industrial, personal property$18.33 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$616,329
- Average single-family tax bill$6,958
- 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 | $14.03 |
| FY2023 | $12.48 |
| FY2024 | $12.00 |
| FY2025 | $11.56 |
| FY2026 | $11.29 |
Look up a Plainville property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 508-695-3010 ext. 430
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Plainville
What we check on a Plainville purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, title 5.
Check the flood zone first
Flood zones are set address by address. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for PlainvilleSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Plainville Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 508-695-5252 to schedule.
Plainville Fire Department pageConfirm septic vs. sewer before you offer
Where a Plainville home is on a septic system rather than town sewer, Massachusetts requires a Title 5 inspection before the sale closes.
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 Plainville?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Plainville address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Plainville: utilities, trash and municipal complex
Who to call in Plainville.
- 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
Municipal Complex offices and contacts
Plainville Municipal Complex is at 190 South Street, Plainville, MA 02762. Main line: 508-695-3010.
- Municipal ComplexMain line and website508-695-3010
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, and elections.508-695-3010 ext. 1
- Assessor's OfficeProperty values and assessments.508-695-3010 ext. 430
- Treasurer/Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.508-695-3010
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.508-695-3010
- Planning & DevelopmentZoning and planning applications.508-695-3010
- Park DepartmentTown parks and recreation.508-695-5451
- Department of Public WorksRoads and infrastructure.508-699-2071
- Fire DepartmentFire suppression and inspections, including smoke/CO certificates for home sales.508-695-5252
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic inspections, wells, and public health.508-695-3010 ext. 5
- Plainville Public LibraryThe town's public library.508-695-1784
Plainville, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Plainville, MA?
Plainville's FY2026 residential tax rate is $11.29 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $18.33. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Plainville?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $4,516 a year at $11.29 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Plainville have a split tax rate?
Yes. Homes pay $11.29 per $1,000 and commercial, industrial and personal property pay $18.33.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Plainville?
The average single-family tax bill in Plainville was $6,958 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $616,329.
What county is Plainville, MA in?
Plainville is in Norfolk County.
What ZIP code does Plainville use?
Plainville uses a single ZIP code, 02762, for the whole town.
Which towns border Plainville?
Plainville borders Wrentham, Foxborough, Mansfield, North Attleborough, and Cumberland, Rhode Island.
What is Plainridge Park Casino?
A harness-racing track combined with a slot machine parlor in Plainville; the racetrack opened in 1999 and the gaming floor opened in June 2015.
Is there a train station in Plainville?
No. Plainville has no MBTA Commuter Rail station.
Towns near Plainville
Neighbors of Plainville, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Plainville, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Plainridge Park Casino - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Plainville official website: plainvillema.gov
- Looking South on Route 1A, Plainville MA 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: John Phelan, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.