TAX BILLS & DEADLINES: A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR SOUTH COAST HOMEOWNERS
With the arrival of the New Year comes the arrival of property tax bills across the South Coast. For many homeowners from Plymouth to Newport, this prompts a common question: Does this assessed value actually match the current market reality?
At the Bernadette Kelly Group (BKG), we believe in empowering our clients with information . While we are real estate experts, we are not tax professionals. However, we know that part of managing your home as a significant asset is ensuring you are aware of your rights and deadlines regarding property taxes .
THE CLOCK IS TICKING: FEBRUARY 2, 2026
Time is of the essence. For most towns in our service area, the deadline to file an abatement application is February 2, 2026. This is typically a strict deadline; applications received late are usually denied automatically.
YOUR SOUTH COAST ABATEMENT DIRECTORY
If you believe your property’s assessed value is higher than its actual fair market value, you may file for an abatement. To make this process seamless for you, we have compiled the direct links, forms, and contact information for the key towns we serve.
Please note: For specific questions regarding your assessment or how to fill out these forms, we recommend contacting your town’s Assessor’s Office directly using the numbers below.
Plymouth
- Address: 26 Court St, Plymouth, MA 02360
- Contact: 508-322-3430
- Download Abatement Application
Marion
- Address: 14 Barnabas Rd, Marion, MA 02738
- Contact: 508-748-3500 ext 3
- Download Abatement Application
Mattapoisett
- Address: 16 Main St (P.O. Box 435), Mattapoisett, MA 02739
- Contact: 508-758-4100 ext 3
- Download Abatement Application
Rochester
- Address: 1 Constitution Way, Rochester, MA 02770
- Contact: 508-763-3871 | assessors@townofrochester.com
- Download Abatement Application
Wareham
- Address: 54 Marion Rd, Wareham, MA 02571
- Contact: 508-291-3160 | assessors@wareham.gov
- Download Abatement Application
Fairhaven
- Address: 40 Center St, Fairhaven, MA 02719
- Contact: 508-979-4023 ext 1, then ext 3
- Download Abatement Application
Dartmouth
- Address: 400 Slocum Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747
- Contact: 508-910-1809
- Download Abatement Application
Westport
- Address: 816 Main Rd, Westport, MA 02790
- Contact: 508-636-1012 | assessorsdept@westport-ma.gov
- Download Abatement Application
- Read Filing Instructions
Falmouth
- Address: 59 Town Hall Sq, Falmouth, MA 02540
- Contact: 508-495-7380
- Download Abatement Application
- View Procedure
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
While we cannot file these forms for you or offer tax advice, we are always here to support our neighbors. If you have general questions about the market or need to get in touch with Bernadette directly, please reach out.
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