Boston Residential Property Tax Exemption
City of Boston, Assessing Department
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Boston Residential Property Tax Exemption in its Boston, MA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Every Boston homeowner who occupies their property as their principal residence as of January 1, 2025 is eligible for the Residential Exemption, which reduces the taxable assessed value by approximately $4,354 for FY2026. There is no income limit, any owner-occupant qualifies. The exemption effectively reduces annual property taxes by several hundred dollars depending on the tax rate.
No income limit. Reduces assessed value by ~$4,354 (FY2026 figure). Annual tax savings vary by assessed value and tax rate (~$400-600/yr for typical Boston home).
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Boston, MA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Boston HomeWorks Green Loan Program Up to $70,000
- Boston HomeWorks Home Equity Loan Program (HomeWorks HELP) Up to $50,000 (3-4 family)
- Boston Senior Home Repair Loan 0% deferred loan; amount based on necessary work
- Boston Seniors Save Program Up to $12,000 grant
Key Details
- No income limit, any Boston owner-occupant qualifies
- Reduces taxable assessed value by ~$4,354 for FY2026
- Must occupy the property as your principal residence as of January 1, 2025
- Apply by April 1, 2026 through the Assessing Department
- Call 617-635-4287 or visit boston.gov/assessing
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by April 1, 2026 for FY2026
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Boston Residential Property Tax Exemption in Boston, MA?
The Grant Map record states: ~$4,354 assessed value exemption (FY2026). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Boston Residential Property Tax Exemption in Boston?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Boston Residential Property Tax Exemption in Boston, MA?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Boston, Assessing Department; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 617-635-4287. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by April 1, 2026 for FY2026.
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