Worcester metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Charlton, MA
About Charlton
Charlton is a fast-growing rural-suburban town about 14 miles southwest of Worcester along the Route 20 corridor, with an I-90 (Mass Pike) interchange at its doorstep. Incorporated in 1755, it keeps a farm-country character — Fay Mountain Farm's fall displays are a local tradition — while new subdivisions and retail along Route 20 have made it one of the metro's most popular family destinations.
Home prices in Charlton
The median listing price in Charlton is $564,900.
Top places in Charlton
- Fay Mountain Farm — working farm with famous fall pumpkin displays (shown in Commons photo).
- Prindle Pond (Prindle Lake) — town-owned pond access for paddling and sunsets (shown in Commons photo).
- Dresser Hill — high point with panoramic sunset views (shown in Commons photo).
- Midstate Trail — long-distance hiking trail crossing town.
- Tree House Brewing Company — nationally known craft brewery in Charlton.
- Buffumville Lake — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lake, partly in Charlton.
- Charlton Public Library — Dexter Memorial Library.
- Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary — trails and wildlife habitat.
Commuting from Charlton
- Approximate drive to Worcester: ~20–25 minutes northeast via Route 20 or I-90 (Mass Pike; approximate; traffic-dependent).
- No in-town MBTA station; nearest Worcester Line station: Worcester Union Station, roughly 20 minutes northeast.
- WRTA fixed-route service does not extend to Charlton (approximate; check WRTA schedules).
- Boston context: about 55 miles west of Boston; approximate drive ~65–80 minutes via I-90; commuter rail from Worcester Union Station to South Station roughly 85–95 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Charlton
Public schools: Dudley-Charlton Regional School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Charlton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Charlton, MA?
The median listing price in Charlton is $564,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Charlton, MA?
Approximate drive to Worcester: ~20–25 minutes northeast via Route 20 or I-90 (Mass Pike; approximate; traffic-dependent). - Which school district serves Charlton, MA?
Charlton is served by Dudley-Charlton Regional School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.