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5 Hammertown Road, Sandisfield, MA 01255
Living in Sandisfield, Massachusetts
Sandisfield is the largest town by land area in Berkshire County, a rural expanse of hills and state forest in the southeastern corner of the county along the Connecticut border. Settled in 1750 as Housatonic Township Number 4 and incorporated in 1762, it likely takes its name from Lord Sandys, a British colonial official. The Clam and Buck rivers cross the town on their way to the Farmington River, which runs along its eastern edge.
Sandisfield at a glance
- $7.89Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $3,489Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 40-45 minDrive to Pittsfield
- BerkshireCounty
Sandisfield's villages and zip codes
Sandisfield uses ZIP code 01255.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| New Boston | 01255 | Where Route 57 crosses the Farmington River into Tolland. |
| Montville | 01255 | A section of town off Hammertown Road, home to the Sandisfield Arts Center. |
Things to do in Sandisfield, MA
Start with Sandisfield Arts Center and Sandisfield State Forest.
Sandisfield Arts Center
A nonprofit performing arts venue in a building constructed in 1839 as a Baptist meeting house, later used as an Orthodox synagogue before its 1995 conversion. It hosts concerts, film screenings, gallery exhibitions, theater, and workshops year-round.
5 Hammertown Road, Sandisfield, MA
Plan a visitSandisfield State Forest
A large state forest covering much of the town's hilly terrain, including Abbey Hill, at 1,810 feet the town's highest point.
Off Route 57 and New Hartford Road, Sandisfield
A little history
The area was first settled in 1750 as Housatonic Township Number 4 and was incorporated as the town of Sandisfield in 1762.
The town's name most likely honors Lord Sandys, a British colonial official.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Sandisfield
Sandisfield's hills are largely covered by Sandisfield State Forest, and the Clam and Buck rivers cross the town on their way to the Farmington River along its eastern border.
- Sandisfield State ForestState forest land including Abbey Hill, the town's highest point at 1,810 feet.
- Farmington RiverRuns along Sandisfield's eastern edge, fed by the Clam and Buck rivers.
Walkability and getting around Sandisfield
Sandisfield is a rural, spread-out town with no walkable commercial center; a car is needed to get between villages and the state forest.
Drive times
- Pittsfield, about 28 miles40-45 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 40 miles50-55 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Sandisfield has no fixed-route public bus or rail service; the nearest Amtrak station is in Pittsfield.
Sandisfield property taxes
Sandisfield's FY2026 residential tax rate is $7.89 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $12.79. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $789 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $3,489, on an average assessed value of $442,227.
Sandisfield's FY2026 tax rates
$7.89per $1,000, residential
- Residential$7.89 per $1,000
- Commercial, industrial, personal property$12.79 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$442,227
- Average single-family tax bill$3,489
- 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 | $12.90 |
| FY2023 | $10.59 |
| FY2024 | $9.99 |
| FY2025 | $9.02 |
| FY2026 | $7.89 |
Look up a Sandisfield 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 Sandisfield
What we check on a Sandisfield purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, well & septic, smoke certificate.
First-time buyer programs
MassHousing sets its own income and price limits for Berkshire County. We check them with you before you shop.
MassHousing home loansCheck the flood zone first
The Farmington River runs along Sandisfield's eastern edge, with the Clam and Buck rivers feeding it, and low-lying land near these waterways can fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for SandisfieldSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Sandisfield Fire Department before the sale closes.
Most properties use private wells and septic systems
Sandisfield has no confirmed town-wide water or sewer system, so most properties rely on private wells and septic systems. Massachusetts requires a Title 5 septic inspection before a home on septic can be sold.
Fire department inspection required before closing
Massachusetts sellers need a smoke and carbon monoxide detector certificate from the local fire department before closing.
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 Sandisfield?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Sandisfield address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Sandisfield: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Sandisfield: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service confirmed
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicNo town sewer system confirmed; properties rely on individual 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
Sandisfield Town Hall.
Sandisfield, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Sandisfield, MA?
Sandisfield's FY2026 residential tax rate is $7.89 per $1,000 of assessed value. Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $12.79. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Sandisfield?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $3,156 a year at $7.89 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Sandisfield have a split tax rate?
Yes. Homes pay $7.89 per $1,000 and commercial, industrial and personal property pay $12.79.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Sandisfield?
The average single-family tax bill in Sandisfield was $3,489 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $442,227.
What county is Sandisfield, MA in?
Sandisfield is in Berkshire County.
What ZIP code does Sandisfield use?
Sandisfield uses ZIP code 01255.
How far is Sandisfield from Pittsfield?
Sandisfield is about 28 miles from Pittsfield, roughly a 40-45 minute drive.
Who supplies electricity in Sandisfield?
Eversource is the electric utility.
What villages are in Sandisfield?
Sandisfield includes New Boston, where Route 57 crosses the Farmington River into Tolland, and Montville, home to the Sandisfield Arts Center.
Is there public transit in Sandisfield?
No. Sandisfield has no fixed-route bus or rail service; the nearest Amtrak station is in Pittsfield.
Towns near Sandisfield
Neighbors of Sandisfield, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Sandisfield, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Sandisfield Arts Center: sandisfieldartscenter.org
- Sandisfield Arts Center 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: Em8310, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.