Property taxes in Boston continue to decrease, with a 2009 tax rate of $10.69 per $1,000 of assessed value, down from last year’s $10.97 per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessed values appear to be staying steady, which equates to a decrease in an absolute sense for taxes paid by downtown Boston homeowners. Additionally, residents who maintain their Boston home as their primary residence qualify for a residential exemption, lowering tax bills by as much as $1,500+ per year. For an up to date example of how to calculate taxes for your condo, as well as a historical look at tax rates in Boston, visit our newly updated Boston property taxes article.
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Tim Ryan 
Great article! I wish our property tax would drop in Mississippi! I am sure that will do wonders for your market! Very informative article by the way.