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 in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Cooper Martin
preach
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Naomi Kelly
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Reagan Moore
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Lakewood. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in construction. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Arthur M.
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Rylee Robinson
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a pharmacist, 51, moved here 14 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Lakewood and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Affordable housing options
2. Good airport with direct flights
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The healthcare situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for remote workers. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $90K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Genesis Hill
noted, appreciate it
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Elijah Cruz
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. the quality of life is solid. Compared to Boston it's challenging.
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