Living in Seekonk, Massachusetts

Seekonk is a town in the northwestern corner of Bristol County, on the Massachusetts-Rhode Island line just east of Providence. It was incorporated in 1812 from western Rehoboth, and its border with Rhode Island shifted in 1862 when a portion of Tiverton, Rhode Island was awarded to Massachusetts while about two-thirds of old Seekonk went to Rhode Island. The Ten Mile River runs through town toward Narragansett Bay.

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By James Allen, NMLS 1216446 · Updated September 25, 2026

Photo: T.S. Custadio (ToddC4176), CC BY-SA 3.0

Seekonk at a glance

$12.27Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
$6,852Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
BristolCounty
1812Year incorporated

Seekonk's villages and zip codes

Seekonk uses a single ZIP code, 02771, for the whole town.

Seekonk villages and zip codes
Area	Zip code	Where it is
Seekonk center	02771	Along Route 6 (Fall River Avenue) near Town Hall.
South Seekonk	02771	The southern section of town toward the Swansea and Rehoboth lines.
North Seekonk	02771	A census-designated place in the northern part of town, near Attleboro.

Things to do in Seekonk, MA

Start with Seekonk Speedway and Hunt's Mills, then 1 more below.

Seekonk Speedway
A half-mile paved oval race track hosting stock car racing, running since the 1940s.
Seasonal
1710 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA
Hunt's Mills
A former mill site on the Ten Mile River with a small park and falls, shared with East Providence, RI.
FreeYear-round
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Seekonk golf courses
Three golf courses in town, drawing golfers from the Providence and South Coast areas.
Seasonal
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A little history

Seekonk was incorporated in 1812 from western Rehoboth.

King Philip's War began in the area in 1675, following earlier peace treaties between Chief Massasoit and the region's colonists.

In 1862, a boundary adjustment gave part of Tiverton, Rhode Island to Massachusetts while roughly two-thirds of old Seekonk was assigned to Rhode Island.

Parks, trails and outdoors in Seekonk

The Ten Mile River and a scattering of town parks and golf courses give Seekonk its outdoor recreation, close to the Rhode Island line.

Hunt's MillsSmall riverside park at a former mill site on the Ten Mile River.
Ten Mile RiverRuns through town toward Narragansett Bay, with river access at several points.

Walkability and getting around Seekonk

Seekonk's commercial strip along Route 6 is built for driving, with limited sidewalks connecting most of the town's residential and shopping areas.

Drive times

Providence, RI, about 5 miles

Approximate, without traffic.

By bus or train

RIPTA serves the southern end of Seekonk near the Rhode Island line, and GATRA serves the northern end; the nearest MBTA commuter rail station is South Attleboro.

Seekonk property taxes

Seekonk's most recent certified residential tax rate is $12.27 per $1,000 of assessed value, for FY2026 (July 2025 to June 2026). Commercial, industrial and personal property pay $25.77. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,227 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $6,852, on an average assessed value of $558,474.

Seekonk's FY2026 tax rates

$12.27per $1,000, residential

Residential$12.27 per $1,000
Commercial, industrial, personal property$25.77 per $1,000
Average single-family assessed value$558,474
Average single-family tax bill$6,852
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	$13.34
FY2023	$13.11
FY2024	$12.35
FY2025	$12.35
FY2026	$12.27

Look up a Seekonk property

FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
Town ClerkVital records and town records
Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 508-336-2980
Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county

Buying a home in Seekonk

Things to look into on a Seekonk purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, river flood zone.

MassHousing

MassHousing home loans

MassHousing sets income limits by community, and they depend on household size and loan program. We check them with you before you shop.

MassHousing home loans (opens in a new tab)

Flood maps

Check the flood zone first

Land along the Ten Mile River, including areas near Hunt's Mills, falls within FEMA-mapped flood zones. 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 Seekonk (opens in a new tab)

Before closing

Smoke and CO certificate

Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Seekonk Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 508-336-8510 to schedule.

Seekonk Fire Department page (opens in a new tab)

River flood zone

Check flood maps near the Ten Mile River

Parts of Seekonk along the Ten Mile River fall within FEMA flood zones. We check the 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.

Thinking about buying in Seekonk?

We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Seekonk address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.

Call (860) 398-5268 Text us Email the team

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Moving to Seekonk: utilities, trash and town hall

Who to call in Seekonk.

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

Seekonk Town Hall is at 100 Peck St, Seekonk, MA 02771. Main line: 508-336-2900.

Seekonk, MA FAQ: taxes and town services

What is the property tax rate in Seekonk, MA?

How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Seekonk?

Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $4,908 a year at $12.27 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.

Does Seekonk have a split tax rate?

Yes. Homes pay $12.27 per $1,000 and commercial, industrial and personal property pay $25.77.

What is the average single-family tax bill in Seekonk?

The average single-family tax bill in Seekonk was $6,852 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $558,474.

What county is Seekonk, MA in?

Seekonk is in Bristol County.

What ZIP code does Seekonk use?

Seekonk uses a single ZIP code, 02771, for the whole town.

How far is Seekonk from Providence, RI?

Seekonk is about 5 miles from Providence, Rhode Island.

Is there a train station near Seekonk?

The nearest MBTA commuter rail station is South Attleboro; Seekonk itself has no train station.

Which towns border Seekonk?

Seekonk borders Rehoboth, Swansea and Attleboro in Massachusetts, and East Providence and Pawtucket in Rhode Island.

What public transit serves Seekonk?

RIPTA serves the south end of town near the Rhode Island line, and GATRA serves the north end.

Towns near Seekonk

Neighbors of Seekonk, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.

Sources

Seekonk, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
Town of Seekonk, MA official website: seekonk-ma.gov
Seekonk Public Library: seekonkpl.org
Seekonk MA Town Hall 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® ratings, provided live by Walk Score. Addresses are located with the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder.
Photo: "Seekonk MA Town Hall" by T.S. Custadio (ToddC4176), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized.
Checked September 25, 2026.