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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate living room
  • Spacious apartment
  • Equipped kitchen
  • Dining room

Location

172 Charlton St, Southbridge, MA 01550, USA
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Management

Shield Management

Leasing office

(617) 655-8995

Property Overview

172 Charlton Street earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6/10 Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. Notable features include off-street parking, an equipped kitchen, refrigerator, separate living room, dining room, and a spacious apartment, while the nearby public transport is about 1.4 miles away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 172 Charlton Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 172 Charlton Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,699 /mo2 units availableWelcome to 174 Unit 1 at 172 Charlton Street in Southbridge. located in a convenient area close to everyday essentials. -Unit Features two bedroom with living room and dining room, and one bathroom. apartment is located on the first floor and is available for immediate move-in. -Kitchen Equipped with essential appliances including a refrigerator, stove, and oven—perfect for everyday cooking. -Laundry A laundromat is located within walking distance for added convenience. -Parking Off street parking is available for tenants. -Monthly Rent $1,699 -Utilities Included in rent: water, trash removal, lawn care, and snow removal Tenant is responsible for electricity, heat, and oil. Oil furnace for heat -Lease Terms Twelve month fixed lease Move-in Costs: First month rent of $1,699 and a security deposit of $1,699 Additional required fees: $12/month Liability to Landlord Insurance (LLI) fee* *This $12/month fee is completely waived if tenant provides proof of their own renter’s insurance policy (minimum $100,000 minimum liability coverage required) at or before move-in. -Pet Policy Cats and dogs are welcome with prior approval. Monthly $100 pet fee applies -Application Process A free rental application is required before scheduling a showing to help streamline the process -Application Criteria Household net income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent Applicants should have a good credit history and positive rental references Section Eight and RAFT applicants are welcome

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Amenities for 172 Charlton Street

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove and Oven
Stove/Oven

Building

Dogs OKWater/Sewer

Services

LandscapingTrash Removal
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units6
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HomeApartments in Southbridge 172 Charlton Street

Welcome to 174 Unit 1 at 172 Charlton Street in Southbridge. located in a convenient area close to everyday essentials. -Unit Features two bedroom with living room and dining room, and one bathroom. apartment is located on the first floor and is available for immediate move-in. -Kitchen Equipped with essential appliances including a refrigerator, stove, and oven—perfect for everyday cooking. -Laundry A laundromat is located within walking distance for added convenience. -Parking Off street parking is available for tenants. -Monthly Rent $1,699 -Utilities Included in rent: water, trash removal, lawn care, and snow removal Tenant is responsible for electricity, heat, and oil. Oil furnace for heat -Lease Terms Twelve month fixed lease Move-in Costs: First month rent of $1,699 and a security deposit of $1,699 Additional required fees: $12/month Liability to Landlord Insurance (LLI) fee* *This $12/month fee is completely waived if tenant provides proof of their own renter’s insurance policy (minimum $100,000 minimum liability coverage required) at or before move-in. -Pet Policy Cats and dogs are welcome with prior approval. Monthly $100 pet fee applies -Application Process A free rental application is required before scheduling a showing to help streamline the process -Application Criteria Household net income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent Applicants should have a good credit history and positive rental references Section Eight and RAFT applicants are welcome


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 172 Charlton Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 172 Charlton Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 172 Charlton Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
172 Charlton Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
172 Charlton Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dogs allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 172 Charlton Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
172 Charlton Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 172 Charlton Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

172 Charlton Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 172 Charlton Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.0 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.9 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Southbridge

2-bedroom apartments at 172 Charlton Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Southbridge.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Southbridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Southbridge
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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,699.
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Schools near 172 Charlton Street

Charlton Street School

220 charlton st

southbridge, MA, 1550

1-5Public
C-

Eastford Road School

120 eastford rd

southbridge, MA, 1550

PK, K-1Public
C+

West Street School

156 west st

southbridge, MA, 1550

1-5Public
C-

Burgess Elementary School

45 burgess school rd

sturbridge, MA, 1566

PK, K-6Public
B+

Holland Elementary School

28 sturbridge rd

holland, MA, 1521

PK, K-6Public
B-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Southbridge near 172 Charlton St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 172 Charlton St, Southbridge

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 172 Charlton St

Ortiz Mini Market
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Food Share
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Big Y
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Big Bunny Market
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Shaw's Supermarket
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