Why Live in The Port
The Port, a lively neighborhood in Cambridge, is known for its residential properties, diverse dining options, and biotech labs. Located about 2.5 miles from Boston, it houses parts of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s campus and is close to Harvard, making these institutions key employers. The area features a mix of long-time residents and newcomers working in life sciences and academia. Homes here include attached colonial-style single-family residences from the late 1800s, traditional Boston triple-deckers, and brick multifamily buildings, ranging from 600 to 3,500 square feet. The neighborhood is well-connected with several bus stops and the Central subway station nearby, and major roads like Broadway and Cambridge Street offer easy access to downtown Boston. Children in The Port attend highly rated Cambridge Public Schools, including Cambridgeport School, Cambridge Street Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge & Latin School. Local highlights include Sennott Park, Greene-Rose Heritage Park, and Clement Morgan Park, which provide playgrounds, walking paths, and public art. For shopping and dining, residents frequent Formaggio Kitchen, Whole Foods, The Garment District, Cicada Café, Café Luna, and Miracle of Science Bar + Grill. The area also hosts events like the Cambridge Carnival International, Cambridge Jazz Festival, and Cambridge Science Festival, adding to its vibrant community atmosphere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Port a good place to live?
The Port is a good place to live, receiving 3.5 stars from its residents. The Port is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. The Port is an urban core neighborhood. The Port has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 42.2 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $135,239 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.9% of residents. A majority of residents in The Port are renters, with 77.1% of residents renting and 22.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Port can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Port neighborhood guide.
Is The Port, MA a safe neighborhood?
The Port, MA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Port?
The median home price in The Port is $465,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $93,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $103K a year to afford the median home price in The Port. The average household income in The Port is $135K.
What are the best public schools in The Port?
The best public schools that serve The Port are:
What are the best private schools in The Port?
The best private schools that serve The Port are:
- Saint Paul's Choir School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Advent School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Torit Montessori School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 3:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
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Home Trends in The Port, MA
On average, homes in The Port, Cambridge sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Port, Cambridge over the last 12 months is $455,000, up 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,450,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$392
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median List Price
$465,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
31%