Sturbridge or Southbridge?

[pinusconus]

Laurel Ridge apartments in Southbridge is 16 years old. I lived there when it was brand new. The apartments are spacious and the building is well-managed. I would recommend it if you are interested in renting rather than buyinb.

[moeymo]

I lived at sturbridge meadows 5 years ago, the buildings are about 35 years old and the windows are so drafty the breeze will put out a candle. There was also a problem with the septic, which caused my basement to flood with sewage, the staff was helpfull, but when your bedroom is in the basement a few days rent deduction does not make up for sewage. I don't know anyone who lives in the Rosemeade complex in southbridge, but they seem very nice(southbridge has town sewage, no tank back ups!!!)

[Massquatch]

I live in Southbridge, and I can definately say, STAY AWAY. My wife and I are planning on moving soon. I was born and grew up in Southbridge, and let me tell you, the town is a toilet. Of course people always say that there are nice areas, but nice areas surrounded by ghettos. All it takes is one three-decker in any area and the whole thing goes to pot. I've witnessed it time and again. I would definately choose Sturbridge over Southbridge. It may be more expensive, but theres alot less chance of getting robbed, or of your kids getting shanked in school.

[Massquatch]

Oh,and by the way, you may want to think about something. Right down the road from Sturbridge is Brimfield, and they have a huge flea market 3 times a year. When they have the fleas in town,traffic is a nightmare. My mom used to live right on main street in sturbridge and even walking across the street to go to the store was a horrow show. I remember it taking me 20 minutes to walk across the street and buy a pack of cigarettes. Most of the time was spent waiting in line at the store behind out of towners asking for directions.
It's a small issue,but you may want to think about it.

[jriverashs]

Hello Karamay,
I am a senior of Southbridge High graduating this year and attending Holy Cross in the fall. If you would like you children to grow up with respect, tolerance and a real understanding of the world Southbridge is the place for you. As you can see many of the people posting messages are snobs from Sturbridge and Dudley or what not. Southbridge is full of diversity and everyone gets along in school. There has been dramatic changes in the school sytem and we have been extremely sucessful in standardized testing. Yes there are some " depressing parts of town" but they are many many historical, beautiful parts like Dennison Lane area and Lebanon Hill.

sincerely,
jriverashs

[badluck]

Southbridge is a dump-avoid.