Real Estate and Personal Property Tax FAQs

How do I pay by check?

• Checks must be made payable to “Princeton”
• Checks cannot be post-dated, that is, dated in the future.
• Include remittance copy from the top of your bill to ensure your payment is properly credited
• We do not accept checks made payable to a third party, even with an endorsement
• In certain cases of delinquent bills, personal checks are not accepted

How is the motor vehicle excise tax calculated?

The statutory excise rate is $25 per thousand dollars of value. See MA Citizen Information on Motor Vehicle Excise Tax  for details.

How much did I pay in taxes last year?

See How Much Did I Pay in Taxes Last Year.

What are the historical tax rates?

What happens if I do not pay my property tax bill on time?

The payments must be received on or before the due date to avoid interest charges. If payment is not made, the account will begin to accrue interest at the rate of 14% per year, computed from the date the bill was due. A demand notice will be sent after May 1. A demand fee of $15.00 per bill will be charged against the account in addition to the interest. If the account remains delinquent after May 14 of the fiscal year, a tax lien will be placed on the property and recorded with the Registry of Deeds. A tax lien is the first step in the foreclosure process.