Cambridge, Cambridge MA — neighborhood review

Cambridge, MA

Cambridge · Middlesex County · MA 02139

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$1.1M

Median Price

94/100

Walk Score

8.6/10

Schools

11 min

to Boston, MA

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
86/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
94/100
WYLT Score67/100

Our Take

Cambridge offers a walk‑friendly, well‑served community with top‑rated schools and a fast commute to Boston, but the high cost of housing and living can be a strain. If you can afford the upfront expense and the ongoing fees, it can be a solid long‑term home. Otherwise, you may want to look at slightly cheaper options.

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The Good

  • Excellent walkability and bikeability
  • Highly rated public schools
  • Fast, easy commute to Boston
  • Vibrant dining and nightlife scene

Real Talk

  • !Housing prices are very high relative to average income
  • !Parking can be difficult and costly
  • !Overall cost of living is above the national average
  • !The area is busy and may feel crowded
  • $High property taxes
  • $Elevated condo or HOA maintenance fees
  • $Parking permit fees for residents

Best For

Tech professionalsStudentsYoung familiesRemote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Cambridge, MA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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