Assessors’ Office

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Contact:	Karen M. Tonelli, MAA Director of Assessing
Address:	Montague Town Hall, 2nd Floor One Avenue A Turners Falls, MA 01376
Phone:	(413) 863-3200 ext 120
Fax:	(413) 863-3228
Hours:	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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The Montague Board of Assessors Office serves the taxpayers by valuing and classifying all real and personal property in an accurate, ethical, equitable and defensible manner as dictated by Massachusetts General Laws. It is of the utmost importance that the taxpayer has faith in the integrity of the Assessors' Office and that this image of fairness and fiscal transparency is promoted in the public sphere.

The objective of the Board of Assessors is to accurately determine the value of all real and personal property located within the Town of Montague. Assessors are required, by state statute, to assess all property at its full and fair cash value. Determining the “fair cash value” or “market value” of a property involves discovering what similar properties sold for, what the property would cost today to replace and what financial factors may be affecting the real estate market. Valuation techniques for commercial and industrial properties include analysis from an investment point of view, since the purchase price the buyer is willing to pay depends, in part, on the anticipated return on the investment.

Board of Assessors page

Assessors Office Forms and Applications

Application for Motor Vehicle and Trailer Excise Abatement

Application for Boat Abatement

Chapter 61 Rights and Obligations Acknowledgement

Chapter 61A Rights Obligations Acknowledgement Form

Chapter 61B Rights Obligations Acknowledgement Form

Chapter Land Application

Form of List - State Tax Form 2HF - Second Homes

Form of List State Tax Form 2

Real Estate Abatement Form

Assessors Office Exemptions

Blind Exemption Application

Senior Exemption Application

Surviving Spouses / Minors Exemption Application

Veterans Exemption Application

Statutory Exemption for Charitable Organizations Application

Real Estate FAQs

What Are the Current Tax Rates?
Here are the current tax rates for the Town of Montague, Turners Falls Fire District, Montague Center Fire District and Montague Light District: Tax Rates
How is property assessed?
Property is assessed by studying market sales of real estate properties for the calendar year preceding the assessment date (January 1st). By law the Assessors are required to value all property at 10... (Read More)
How do I check the valuation of a property?
Real Estate property data is available online. Click here for the link to Property Record Cards. If you have difficulties obtaining this information online please call our office (413) 863-3200 ext... (Read More)
How do I change my mailing address for tax billing?
Requests to change your mailing addresses may be done by submitting a Change of Address Form to the Assessing Department. This form must be signed and dated by the property owner(s) and swears to the ... (Read More)
When do I file for an abatement?
You may file once you are in receipt of the actual tax bill for the fiscal year, but no later than the due date of the actual tax bill. THIS DEADLINE CANNOT BE EXTENDED FOR ANY REASON. Cal... (Read More)
If the Assessors deny my application for abatement, do I have any recourse?
Yes, you may appeal the Assessors’ decision in writing and be granted a hearing before the board. Also, you may appeal the decision with the Appellate Tax Board (ATB) within 3 months of th... (Read More)

Motor Vehicle Excise FAQs

What is motor vehicle excise tax?
The motor vehicle excise is imposed on the privilege of registering a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. You are billed based on the information provided to the Registry of Moto... (Read More)
Who must pay excise tax?
It applies to anyone who registers a motor vehicle in Massachusetts.
How are vehicles valued?
The value of a motor vehicle for excise purposes is determined by the Commissioner of Revenue at varying percentages of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) in the year of manufactur... (Read More)
Who qualifies for an abatement?
You may qualify for an abatement (or refund if the excise is paid) when: Your vehicle is valued for more than the percentage of manufacturer’s list price in the schedul... (Read More)
What information do I need to file with an application?
Provide the information described below that is pertinent to your abatement application: Vehicle sold or traded: bill of sale (or name and address of purchaser) and proof of cancell... (Read More)
When must I file for an abatement/exemption on excise?
Applications for abatement or exemption of excise must be received by the Board of Assessors within three years after the excise was due, or one year after the excise was paid, whichever is later. &nb... (Read More)