Windsor center
1890 Route 9, Windsor, MA 01270
Living in Windsor, Massachusetts
Windsor is a hill town on a high plateau in the Berkshires, at about 2,031 feet one of the highest-elevation towns in Massachusetts. Settled in 1767 and incorporated in 1771, it was first called Gageborough after British General Thomas Gage before being renamed for Windsor, Connecticut, where many of its settlers had come from. Routes 9 and 8A cross in the town center, and the Westfield River runs through Windsor State Forest in the northeastern part of town.
Windsor at a glance
- $9.43Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $2,846Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 20-25 minDrive to Pittsfield
- BerkshireCounty
Windsor's zip code
Windsor uses ZIP code 01270; some addresses near the town's southeastern edge use Cummington's 01026 ZIP.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor center | 01270 | At the junction of Routes 9 and 8A, the town's civic center. |
Things to do in Windsor, MA
Start with Notchview Reservation and Windsor State Forest.
Notchview Reservation
A 3,108-acre Trustees of Reservations property with Nordic skiing and snowshoeing from early December through early April, plus biking, hiking and bird watching year-round. Open dawn to dusk.
83 Old Route 9, Windsor, MA
Plan a visitWindsor State Forest
State forest land in the northeastern part of town where the Westfield River runs through the Windsor Jambs, a rocky gorge.
River Road, Windsor, MA
A little history
The town was first settled in 1767 and originally called Gageborough, for British General Thomas Gage, before being incorporated as Windsor in 1771.
The name was changed to Windsor after Gage's association with the British side of the Revolutionary War made the original name unpopular; many settlers had come from Windsor, Connecticut.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Windsor
Windsor sits on one of the highest plateaus in the Berkshires, with the Westfield River cutting through Windsor State Forest and the Trustees' Notchview Reservation offering trails across nearly 3,100 acres.
- Notchview ReservationTrustees of Reservations land with cross-country ski trails in winter and hiking the rest of the year.More information
- Windsor State ForestState forest along the Westfield River, including the Windsor Jambs gorge.
Walkability and getting around Windsor
Windsor's center at Routes 9 and 8A is small, and the rest of this high-elevation hill town is rural and built for driving.
Drive times
- Pittsfield, about 12 miles20-25 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 65 miles75-85 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Windsor has no fixed-route public bus or rail service; the nearest Amtrak station is in Pittsfield.
Windsor property taxes
Windsor's FY2026 residential tax rate is $9.43 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $943 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $2,846, on an average assessed value of $301,854.
Windsor's FY2026 tax rates
$9.43per $1,000, residential
- Residential$9.43 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$301,854
- Average single-family tax bill$2,846
- 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 | $13.15 |
| FY2023 | $13.11 |
| FY2024 | $11.54 |
| FY2025 | $11.34 |
| FY2026 | $9.43 |
Look up a Windsor property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 413-684-3811
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Windsor
What we check on a Windsor 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 Westfield River runs through Windsor State Forest in the northeastern part of town, and low-lying land near it can fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for WindsorSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Windsor Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 413-684-3811 to schedule.
Windsor Fire Department pageMost properties use private wells and septic systems
Windsor 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 Windsor?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Windsor address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Windsor: utilities, trash and town hall
Who to call in Windsor: 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
Windsor Town Hall is at 1890 Route 9, Windsor, MA 01270. Main line: 413-684-3811.
- Town HallMain line and website413-684-3811
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.413-684-3811
- Board of AssessorsProperty values and assessments.413-684-3811
- Tax Collector / TreasurerProperty tax billing and payment.413-684-3811
- Building InspectorBuilding permits and inspections.413-684-3811
- Board of HealthTitle 5 septic and well permitting.413-684-3811
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention and smoke/CO detector certificate inspections for home sales.413-684-3811
Windsor, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Windsor, MA?
Windsor's FY2026 residential tax rate is $9.43 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 Windsor?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $3,772 a year at $9.43 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Windsor have a split tax rate?
No. Windsor uses a single rate of $9.43 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Windsor?
The average single-family tax bill in Windsor was $2,846 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $301,854.
What county is Windsor, MA in?
Windsor is in Berkshire County.
What ZIP code does Windsor use?
Windsor uses ZIP code 01270.
How far is Windsor from Pittsfield?
Windsor is about 12 miles from Pittsfield, roughly a 20-25 minute drive.
Who supplies electricity in Windsor?
Eversource is the electric utility.
Is there public transit in Windsor?
No. Windsor has no fixed-route bus or rail service; the nearest Amtrak station is in Pittsfield.
What outdoor recreation areas are in Windsor?
Windsor has Notchview Reservation, a 3,108-acre Trustees of Reservations property, and Windsor State Forest along the Westfield River.
Towns near Windsor
Neighbors of Windsor, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Windsor, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Windsor official website: windsormass.com
- Notchview Reservation - The Trustees of Reservations: thetrustees.org
- MA Route 9 eastbound in Windsor 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.