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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Jessica F.

Why I chose Southbridge Town over bigger cities

Hello, It's a a small town city with about 17,806 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Southbridge Town sits at 469.5 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageabl...

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Levi

How are the schools in Southbridge Town?

Anyone else feel this way? Am I wrong here? Appreciate any input. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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sd_christian

Living in Southbridge Town -the reality

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2014. Crime rate is something to consider -Southbridge Town sits at 469.5 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? Any help is appreciated. The...

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sd_christian

Best kept secrets of Southbridge Town, MA

First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. With a population of 17,806, Southbridge Town is a small town. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $59,397, which feels about average for the ar...

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Weston Taylor

Is Southbridge Town still affordable?

I'm a college student here and Median household income is $59,397, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,157 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 17,806 people. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which i...

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Declan

How much do you pay for rent in Southbridge Town?

Alright, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $59,397 in Southbridge Town. With a population of 17,806, Southbridge Town is a small town. Median household income is $59,397, which feels about average for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffi...

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Levi

Southbridge Town housing prices -when will it stop?

Been living here since 2010. The median home value here is around $267,000, which seems about average. With a population of 17,806, Southbridge Town is a small town. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Median household income is $59,397, which feels about average for the area. The unempl...

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sd_christian

First time home buyer in Southbridge Town

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $267,000 on average. Rent is about $1,157/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,157 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is...

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sd_christian

Southbridge Town quality of life -am I missing something?

First post here. I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 4.7%, which is about average. It's a a small town city with about 17,806 people. Homes are going for about $267,000 on average. Household incomes average around $59,397 in Southbridge Town. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a ...

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