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Living in Sharon, Massachusetts
Sharon is a town in Norfolk County about 17 miles southwest of Boston. It was incorporated in 1775 as Stoughtonham and renamed Sharon in 1783. Lake Massapoag, drained by the Canoe River and Massapoag Brook, is the town's largest water body and a center of local recreation.
Sharon at a glance
- $17.15Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $14,353Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 25-35 minDrive to Boston
- NorfolkCounty
Sharon's zip code
Sharon uses ZIP code 02067; some addresses near the Walpole line use 02081.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Sharon center | 02067 | Around South Main Street, where Town Hall, the fire department, and the First Historic District along North Main Street are located. |
Things to do in Sharon, MA
Start with Lake Massapoag and Sharon Public Library / Deborah Sampson statue, then 1 more below.
Lake Massapoag
The town's largest lake, used for swimming and boating, with a public beach on its shore.
Lake Massapoag, Sharon, MA
Sharon Public Library / Deborah Sampson statue
The town library grounds include a statue honoring Deborah Sampson, a Revolutionary War soldier who disguised herself as a man to fight and later lived in Sharon until her death.
Sharon Public Library, Sharon, MA
First Historic District
A historic district along North Main Street established in 1970, encompassing the library and the Unitarian and Congregational churches.
North Main Street, Sharon, MA
A little history
Sharon was incorporated in 1775 as Stoughtonham, a name it carried until it was renamed Sharon in 1783.
During the American Revolution, a local foundry in what is now Sharon produced cannonballs and cannons for the Continental effort.
Deborah Sampson, who served in the Continental Army disguised as a man, lived in Sharon after the war until her death; she is honored with a statue at the public library.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Sharon
Sharon's outdoor recreation centers on Lake Massapoag, the town's largest water body.
- Lake MassapoagSwimming, boating, and a public beach on the town's largest lake.
Walkability and getting around Sharon
Sharon center around South Main Street has sidewalks connecting Town Hall, the library, and nearby buildings, but most of the town's neighborhoods and the routes between them are built around driving.
Drive times
- Boston, about 17 miles25-35 min
- Logan International Airport, about 24 miles35-45 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Sharon station on the MBTA Franklin/Foxboro Line provides commuter rail service to Boston's South Station and toward Providence via connecting service.
Sharon property taxes
Sharon's FY2026 residential tax rate is $17.15 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,715 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $14,353, on an average assessed value of $836,893.
Sharon's FY2026 tax rates
$17.15per $1,000, residential
- Residential$17.15 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$836,893
- Average single-family tax bill$14,353
- 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 | $19.75 |
| FY2023 | $18.59 |
| FY2024 | $17.58 |
| FY2025 | $17.48 |
| FY2026 | $17.15 |
Look up a Sharon property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 781-784-1500 ext. 1207
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Sharon
What we check on a Sharon purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, smoke & co certificate, lake and stream flood zones.
Check the flood zone first
Lake Massapoag and the Canoe River and Massapoag Brook that drain it put nearby low-lying parcels in FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for SharonSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Sharon Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 781-784-1522 to schedule.
Sharon Fire Department pageMassachusetts requires a smoke and CO certificate before closing
Sellers in Massachusetts need a smoke detector and carbon monoxide alarm compliance certificate from the local fire department before a home sale can close. Sharon's Fire Department, at 211 South Main Street, schedules these inspections and publishes its placement requirements online.
Sharon Fire DepartmentCheck FEMA flood maps near Lake Massapoag
Parts of Sharon near Lake Massapoag, the Canoe River, and Massapoag Brook fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check the flood map before you make an offer near the lake.
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 Sharon?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Sharon address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Sharon: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Sharon.
- WaterTown of Sharon Water Division
- Sewer or septicThe town's Highway/Operations Division oversees wastewater and stormwater infrastructure.
- Trash and recyclingSharon uses subscription curbside collection: as of July 2023, quarterly rates are $104 for a 35-gallon cart, $122 for a 65-gallon cart, and $136 for a 96-gallon cart. The town also offers a free curbside trash pickup program for eligible seniors, residents with disabilities, and those meeting income guidelines, and has a compost drop-off site on Farnham Road.
- 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
Farnham Road Compost Site
Farnham Road, Sharon, MA
Transfer station detailsTown Hall offices and contacts
Sharon Town Hall is at 90 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067. Main line: 781-784-1500.
- Town HallMain line and website781-784-1500
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, and elections.781-784-1500 ext. 1201
- AssessorsProperty values and assessments.781-784-1500 ext. 1207
- TreasurerProperty tax billing and payment.781-784-1500 ext. 1200
- Building DivisionBuilding permits and inspections.781-784-1525 ext. 2310
- Planning BoardZoning, land use, and planning applications.
- Recreation DepartmentTown recreation programs and facilities.781-784-1530
- Operations (Highway) DivisionRoads, trash collection, and stormwater infrastructure.781-784-1525 ext. 2314
- Water DivisionPublic water supply and distribution.781-784-1525 ext. 2315
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic permits and inspections, and other health matters.781-784-1500 ext. 1205
- Fire DepartmentFire suppression, emergency response, and smoke/CO alarm inspections for home sales.781-784-1522
- Sharon Public LibraryThe town's public library.781-784-1578
Sharon, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Sharon, MA?
Sharon's FY2026 residential tax rate is $17.15 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 Sharon?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $6,860 a year at $17.15 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Sharon have a split tax rate?
No. Sharon uses a single rate of $17.15 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Sharon?
The average single-family tax bill in Sharon was $14,353 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $836,893.
Is trash pickup curbside or pay-as-you-throw in Sharon?
Curbside, on a subscription basis. Quarterly rates as of July 2023 are $104 for a 35-gallon cart, $122 for a 65-gallon cart, and $136 for a 96-gallon cart, with a free program for eligible seniors and low-income residents.
What ZIP code does Sharon use?
Sharon primarily uses 02067; some addresses near the Walpole line use 02081.
Is there train service in Sharon?
Yes. Sharon station on the MBTA Franklin/Foxboro Line connects to Boston's South Station.
How far is Sharon from Boston?
Sharon is about 17 miles southwest of downtown Boston.
What is the smoke/CO certificate process for selling a home in Sharon?
The Sharon Fire Department inspects and certifies smoke and carbon monoxide alarms before a sale can close; the department publishes its placement requirements and offers online scheduling.
What is Sharon's largest lake?
Lake Massapoag, which has a public beach and is used for swimming and boating.
Towns near Sharon
Neighbors of Sharon, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Sharon, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Sharon official website: sharonma.gov
- Household Trash Collection & Recycling - Town of Sharon: sharonma.gov
- Fire Department - Town of Sharon: sharonma.gov
- Board of Health - Town of Sharon: sharonma.gov
- Water Division - Town of Sharon: sharonma.gov
- Sharon Public Library - Town of Sharon: sharonma.gov
- Staff/department directory - Town of Sharon: sharonma.gov
- Sharon, MA town 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: Marc N. Belanger, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.