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Mid-Cambridge residents live around art, culture and history
Art museums, a distinguished Ivy League university and proud brick buildings draw residents to the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood. This large area features ample sidewalks, plenty of dining spots and access to historic Harvard University. “Mid-Cambridge is an active college town,” says Karen Morgan, a real estate agent at Coldwell Banker Realty with over 38 years of experience. “Students who don’t live on campus rent condos, and faculty members move to the neighborhood to be close to Harvard.” Residents might walk to a local coffee shop before heading to class or work. Some spend their weekends studying art exhibits at the nearby museums or sampling the different dishes at popular restaurants along Massachusetts Avenue. Although Cambridge has been standing since 1630, locals enjoy modern amenities among the historic buildings. “It’s a college town, but there are high-end businesses and biotech companies that students work for after graduating,” says Gary J. Vrotsos, an experienced broker with Gary Vrotsos Realty Services and long-term resident in the area. “People can easily bike around, and we’re close to vacation spots like Cape Cod.”
You'll appreciate the size of certain homes in Mid-Cambridge.
Mid-Cambridge offers a lot of history and sophistication within its boundaries.
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Residents cozy up in Italianate condos
Brick condo buildings, Queen Anne townhouses and multi-family homes with Italianate designs fill Mid-Cambridge. A limited number of single-family homes with small front yards sit in the neighborhood and often sell for $1.7 million to $4 million. “About 70% of available properties are condos, 15% are single-family homes and the rest are multi-family houses,” Morgan says. A studio condo might sell for $400,000, while a two-bedroom condo can cost $950,000. Residents park their cars on the street, but most walk or bike along the brick sidewalks to get to class or nearby shops. Oak trees stand every few feet on the sidewalks’ edges and coat the ground with colorful leaves every fall.
You're bound to stop and marvel as you walk by some townhomes in Mid-Cambridge.
The Mid-Cambridge neighborhood has Queen Anne-style homes lining its streets.
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Humans and canines relax at Joan Lorentz Park
Joan Lorentz Park, which neighbors the Cambridge Public Library, welcomes dog walkers, casual strollers and kids to use the paved pathways, lay on the grass or have fun on the playground. Parents and children who want more shade visit Robert Paine Square Playground to play on the jungle gym or sit at a picnic table under the cover of tall oak trees. The War Memorial Recreation Center also draws in locals from all around with its different programs, such as synchronized swimming and gymnastics.
Joan Lorentz Park has a lot of open space for people to enjoy themselves.
There are tennis courts at Joan Lorentz Park in Mid-Cambridge for residents to enjoy.
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Dining and shopping down Massachusetts Avenue
The nearby Whole Foods Market and Broadway Marketplace give residents easy access to fresh produce, essential groceries and premade meals. A two-story Target sits less than a mile away on Massachusetts Avenue. Mid-Cambridge residents visit the store to restock their pantries and refresh their wardrobes. Those who want more options for shopping and dining head west of Harvard to shop at The Atrium. Residents often start their day with a latte from Broadsheet Coffee Roasters. They also visit Life Alive Organic Café for lunch and get the burger of the month at Boston Burger Company. Multiple coffee shops, diners and eateries line Massachusetts Avenue, giving residents plenty of options when they want to change up their usual breakfast, lunch or dinner routine. “We have lots to choose from, like Italian, Irish and Portuguese restaurants,” Vrotsos says. Morgan and Vrotsos both also recommend Henrietta’s Table.
You will never go home hungry after eating at the Boston Burger Company in Mid-Cambridge.
Retrospect Vintage is a small yet mighty shop along Mass Ave in Mid-Cambridge.
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Making sweet memories at Harvard Square
Finding something fun to do takes no time in Mid-Cambridge. When locals aren’t seeing a show at Sanders Theatre, they’re usually walking around the Harvard Art Museums to see the current and new exhibits. Crowds of residents gather every January to taste tantalizing treats at the Harvard Square Chocolate Festival. Spring isn’t complete without joining the Mayfair celebrations every May. Guests enjoy the warm weather, listen to live music and hang out at one of the beer gardens.
Welcome to the Harvard Summer Solstice in Mid-Cambridge.
Big band music and and festive beats can be heard from the stage at Harvard Square's Honk Fest.
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Education blooms at John M. Montessori
John M. Tobin Montessori School, which offers pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, operates a school garden program called CitySprouts, where children engage in practical lessons about food choices and the natural environment. Niche gives Tobin Montessori an A. Students later attend the A-rated Martin Luther King, Jr. School for middle school before transitioning into high school at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, which earns an A-plus.
John M. Tobin Elementary School has a large outdoor play area for it's students.
Cambridge Rindge & Latin School near Harvard Square has an A+ rating on Niche.
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The T takes residents around the neighborhood
Some residents avoid paying for parking passes by simply walking and biking around the neighborhood. “People can easily use the bike paths to get around the neighborhood or take a 15-minute trip on the train to get into Boston,” Morgan says. Others drive down John F. Kennedy Street to get to Boston. Harvard Street and Boston Street also take residents directly to Harvard when they need to get to class to learn or lecture. The bus system nicknamed “The T” also runs throughout the neighborhood and takes residents to Harvard, Boston and around Mid-Cambridge.
Accessing the Central or Harvard T stations from Mid-Cambridge is easy.
Taking the red line is easy from Harvard Square.
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Ivy League education just steps away
Harvard University rests in the neighborhood. First-year students often live in Harvard Yard, the oldest area of Harvard. Mid-Cambridge residents can walk the historic university grounds to see the timeless architecture or catch an ice hockey game. The CHA Cambridge Hospital also sits off Cambridge Street in the northern section of the neighborhood.
The Harvard Farmers Market sits in the Science Center Plaza.
Big band music and and festive beats can be heard from the stage at Harvard Square's Honk Fest.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Mid-Cambridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge over the last 12 months is $880,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Well-priced and wonderfully located, this garden-level 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers bright living space in the heart of Mid-Cambridge. Set in a professionally managed mid-century elevator building, the home features a smart, efficient layout with parquet hardwood floors, excellent natural light, and private storage. Residents enjoy on-site parking, a bike room, common laundry, and secure entry.
Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, this charming property, built in 1900, is in excellent condition (newly sanded and coated floors, new kitchen, new bath, new windows) and seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern comfort. Spanning 1,091 square feet on the second floor, this residence offers three bedrooms, one full bathroom, and a stylish kitchen featuring shaker cabinets that marry
Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, the multi-family residence at 13 Roberts Rd presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of this vibrant city. Built in 1930, this property holds the charm of a bygone era, awaiting your vision to bring it to its full potential. With six bedrooms thoughtfully distributed throughout the residence, there is ample space for comfortable living. Each
Spacious and charming 2 bedroom close to Harvard Square with eat in kitchen open to dining and living space plus covered deck. All new bath with walk in shower. Dishwasher, microwave and hardwood floors throughout. Plus freshly painted. Located between Ellery and Trowbridge Streets easy walk to Harvard Sq and the Harvard campus, Harvard Business School, Law School, Kennedy School and the School
Set in an 18-story high-rise just 0.4 miles from Central Square Station, 929 Mass delivers numerous features, including controlled-access entry, elevator service, and underground garage parking. Our location earns a 97 Walk Score and puts Harvard, MIT, and the Charles River within reach. Inside, select apartments showcase hardwood floors, private balconies, and inspiring Boston skyline views.
Sunny and cheerful 1 1/2 BR, top floor, European style loft apartment in 19th century brick townhouse on tree-lined street in charming Mid-Cambridge. Close walking distance to Harvard, Central and Inman squares with an abundance of neighborhood amenities (restaurants, grocery, grocery stores, multiple cafés and museums). Located directly across the street from the beautiful Joan Lorentz Park and
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