Document Stamp Rates
The State Excise Stamp Tax (MGL c.64D, s.1) shall apply to deeds, instruments or writings whereby any lands, tenements or other realty sold shall be granted, assigned, transferred or otherwise conveyed to, or vested in, the purchaser . . . when the consideration of the interest or property conveyed, exclusive of the value of any lien or encumbrance remaining thereon at the time of sale. The effective tax rate is $2.28 for each $500 or fraction thereof of taxable value. To view current and historic excise stamp charts, follow the links below:
CURRENT (1993 to present)
1989 to 1993
1968 to 1969
1940 to 1967
Deeds Excise Tax Stamp Calculator
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