# The Center at Hobbs Brook

The Center at Hobbs Brook is the largest open-air shopping center in central Massachusetts, featuring 231,197 square feet of retail space anchored by Walmart, Stop & Shop, Marshalls, and Petco. Strategically located between Worcester and Springfield with direct access from I-90 and I-84, the center serves as the premier shopping destination for the region.


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- **Address:** 100 Charlton Road, Sturbridge, MA
- **Phone:** ++1 617-553-1820
- **Website:** https://www.blacklinere.com/property/center-at-hobbs-brook-sturbridge-ma/?utm_source=rentail.space
- **Rating:** 4.2/5 (1404 reviews)
- **Hours:** 10:00–21:00
- **Square Footage:** 231,197 sq ft
- **Number of Stores:** 5

## Description

The Center at Hobbs Brook stands as the largest open-air shopping center in central Massachusetts, strategically positioned between Worcester and Springfield with exceptional accessibility from I-90, I-84, and Route 20. This premier shopping destination spans 231,197 square feet of gross leasable area and features an impressive lineup of national retailers including Walmart, Stop & Shop, Marshalls, and Petco, making it the go-to shopping hub for residents throughout the region. The center's location at 100 Charlton Road in Sturbridge benefits from extraordinary highway visibility and traffic counts, with I-90 generating 86,000 average daily trips and I-84 contributing 61,000 ADT, ensuring consistent customer flow. Serving an affluent local market with average household incomes exceeding $111,000 within a 3-mile radius, the center attracts quality-conscious shoppers seeking both everyday necessities and specialty retail options. With professional management by Blackline Retail Group and a strong anchor tenant mix, The Center at Hobbs Brook continues to evolve as central Massachusetts' premier open-air shopping experience, offering convenience, variety, and value to the communities it serves.
## Demographics

The Center at Hobbs Brook serves a diverse trade area in central Massachusetts with a 3-mile radius population of 9,036 residents and an average household income of $111,444, indicating an affluent local market. The broader 10-mile trade area encompasses 97,052 residents with an average household income of $94,234, attracting middle to upper-middle class families and professionals. The daytime population of 9,305 within 3 miles suggests a stable workforce presence, while the center's strategic location between Worcester and Springfield along major highways (I-90 with 86,000 ADT and I-84 with 61,000 ADT) draws significant pass-through traffic from regional travelers and commuters seeking convenient shopping options.


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