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Cambridge, MA
Cambridge · Middlesex County · MA 02139
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$1.0M
Median Price
100/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
11 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
100/100
WYLT Score66/100
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
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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