Barnstable Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program

Town of Barnstable Assessor's Office

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Barnstable Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program is available to homeowners in Barnstable, MA.

Allows seniors age 60+ to volunteer for town departments in exchange for property tax credits. Participants work up to 100 hours per year at $15/hour credit toward property taxes.

Tax credit earned at $15 per hour for up to 100 hours annually

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Barnstable, MA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Up to $1,500 property tax credit per year
  • Seniors age 60+ eligible
  • Work up to 100 hours for town departments
  • Credited at $15 per hour
  • Applications accepted annually in summer

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(508) 862-4022

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Applications accepted in summer for following tax year

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Barnstable Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program provide in Barnstable, MA?

Up to $1,500 tax credit.

Who qualifies for Barnstable Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program in Barnstable?

Barnstable Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program is open to homeowners in Barnstable, MA. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Barnstable Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program in Barnstable, MA?

Apply directly with Town of Barnstable Assessor's Office using the official program link on this page or call (508) 862-4022. There is no middleman and no fee.

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