How does the Assessors’ Office determine the value of my house?

Massachusetts law requires that all municipalities establish the full and fair cash value of all real estate as of January 1st of each year. FY15 values are determined as of January 1, 2014. To determine FY 2015 values, the Assessing Department reviewed all valid sales that occurred between January 1, 2013, and December 31, 2013. A “Mass Appraisal” computer software model was used to calculate property values based on this market activity as well as certain property-specific attributes such as location, size, construction quality, style, and condition. The Town uses Vision software. Visit the Vision site for additional information and FAQ’s.