Massachusetts
Sale typeTax lien certificate
Rate / penalty16% flat
Redemption period6 months to 1 year
Massachusetts runs tax sales at the municipal level with a flat 16% rate. Redemption windows vary somewhat by municipality, typically landing between six months and a year.
Quick answers
Is Massachusetts a tax lien or tax deed state?+
Massachusetts is a tax lien certificate state.
What's the interest rate or penalty in Massachusetts?+
In Massachusetts, the rate is: 16% flat.
How long is the redemption period in Massachusetts?+
The redemption period in Massachusetts is 6 months to 1 year.
Not sure how Massachusetts's system compares to a state you already know? Read Tax Lien vs. Tax Deed: What's the Difference? for the full breakdown.
This page is general information, not financial or legal advice. Rates and redemption periods are set by state statute and can change by county or legislative session — always confirm against the county's own auction notice before bidding.