Marlborough is small city with plenty to offer across the board. Ranked among the top 20% of the Best Small Cities to Live in America by WalletHub, the city is excellent for families. The public schools are excellent with nationally recognized STEM and arts programs while leading higher education institutions including Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are only 40 minutes away. The housing is affordable and the unemployment rate is one of the lowest in Massachusetts.
An extremely active city, Marlborough is a major sporting destination with multiple sports venues and tournaments. The city is home to the New England Sports Center, the largest skating rink complex in North America, and the Special Olympics of Massachusetts. An eco-friendly community with gorgeous scenic views, Marlborough has multiple conservation areas, parks, trails, and beaches.