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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Gianna Brooks

Unpopular opinion about Cambridge

You can expect to pay around $971 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 13,094 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd sa...

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Owen G.

Just moved to Cambridge, any tips?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a small town city with about 13,094 people. Homes are going for about $254,400 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Cambridge sits at 970.3 per 100K. There's a real sense of com...

1 replies 14 upvotes moving
Owen G.

Housing market in Cambridge right now

It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

0 replies 2 upvotes housing
Skylar K.

Most overrated things about Cambridge

Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $46,261 in Cambridge. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I ...

7 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Alexa R.

Moving to Cambridge -what should I know?

Hey folks, I'm single, late 40s, and Rent is about $971/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. Median household income is $46,261, which feels on the lower side for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. Th...

15 replies 14 upvotes moving
Alexa R.

Life in Cambridge as a young professional

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $254,400 on average. The median home value here is around $254,400, which seems about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sen...

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Jonathan T.

Job hunting in Cambridge -tips?

Hey, I work in marketing and It's a a small town city with about 13,094 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most fami...

2 replies 3 upvotes jobs
Jackson Walker

Is public transit usable in Cambridge?

Random thought, With a population of 13,094, Cambridge is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 13,094 people. Homes are going for about $254,400 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community ...

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Jackson Walker

Best apartments in Cambridge under ?

Hey, I'm originally from New York and The median home value here is around $254,400, which seems about average. Rent is about $971/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $971 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not ju...

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Skylar K.

Pros and cons of Cambridge after 13 years

Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $254,400, which seems about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thanks for reading.

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