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North Cambridge

North Cambridge

Neighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Middlesex County 02140

$1,286,298 Average Value
$911 Average Price per Sq Ft
24 Homes For Sale

Complete suburban package just outside downtown

North Cambridge, the northernmost pocket of the City of Cambridge, is an area that maintains a true neighborhood feel. It’s an area lined with inviting residential corridors that place its residents close to a couple of important transportation hubs, an assortment of outdoor recreation areas and a range of shopping and dining options.
North Cambridge is a small vibrant neighborhood in Massachusetts.
North Cambridge is a small vibrant neighborhood in Massachusetts.
There is a well designed bike infrastructure snaking through the lanes of North Cambridge.
There is a well designed bike infrastructure snaking through the lanes of North Cambridge.
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Diverse collection of older styles

Most of North Cambridge’s housing dates back to the late 1800s and early 1900s era in Victorian and Colonial Revival styles. There is a smattering of new builds in the area, too. Area Realtor Charles Cherney, of the Charles Cherney Team at Compass, says that North Cambridge contains a mix of condominiums, single-family homes and multi-family homes, but that most of the sales in the neighborhood are for condos. Those condos are converted spaces, within the area’s classic homes. Renovation work on North Cambridge’s inventory of classic houses is common, too. “There’s always activity,” Cherney says. Sale prices for residences in North Cambridge vary by type — a two-bedroom condo typically goes for at least $650,000, Cherney says. A single-family home in North Cambridge may sell for north of $1 million, he adds. Demand can be high, too. “North Cambridge and Cambridge, collectively, remain a solid market,” Cherney says.
North Cambridge homes are where past and present coexist harmoniously.
North Cambridge homes are where past and present coexist harmoniously.
Historic homes in North Cambridge offer a window into the area's rich past.
Historic homes in North Cambridge offer a window into the area's rich past.
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Park trails and urban forests

After fueling up on Massachusetts Avenue, perhaps hit up one of the public outdoor spaces in North Cambridge. Go for a run or a walk along the Alewife Linear Park trail, which stretches some 2 miles, connecting to the Alewife MBTA station. Or hike the trails within the Alewife Brook Reservation, an urban forest with opportunities for bird watching. Another option is to spark up a game of tennis or shoot some hoops at the Pemberton courts, by Rindge Field, a neighborhood baseball diamond.
Fresh Pond in North Cambridge has endless possibilities for recreation, including a golf course.
Fresh Pond in North Cambridge has endless possibilities for recreation, including a golf course.
An elegant willow decorates Danehy Park in North Cambridge.
An elegant willow decorates Danehy Park in North Cambridge.
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Highly rated public schools nearby

Peabody School and Rindge Avenue Upper School are a pair of North Cambridge’s public schools. Peabody School features prekindergarten through fifth grade and gets an A grade from Niche, while Rindge Avenue Upper School services students in grades six to eight with an A-minus. Both institutions are outpacing state averages in terms of the numbers of their students meeting state testing benchmarks in English, science and math. Students may then attend Somerville High School, which also has an A-minus grade, for grades nine to 12.
North Cambridge is just a short ride away from downtown Boston on the T.
North Cambridge is just a short ride away from downtown Boston on the T.

Serviced by the red line

Two of the focal points of North Cambridge are the pair of Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority stations in the vicinity. The Alewife station is situated on the northeast end of North Cambridge, the northernmost subway stop on the Red Line. Alewife also offers MBTA bus service, in addition to train access. Alternatively, Porter Station is located on the southern end of North Cambridge, a hub that is also on the subway’s Red Line. Porter also is a spot to catch the MBTA’s commuter rail train. “People do like access to the commuter rail and, more importantly, the Red Line, from these stations,” Cherney says.

Porter Square Shopping Center and local restaurants

The Porter station sits adjacent to the Porter Square Shopping Center, a more-than 175,000-square-foot complex whose tenants include a Star Market grocery store, a CVS Pharmacy and a Michaels. A Target is nearby, too, as are multiple eateries, lining Massachusetts Avenue, one of the neighborhood’s primary thoroughfares. “That’s sort of ground zero for the neighborhood,” Cherney says, of the Porter Square area. Sugar & Spice Thai Restaurant is among the nearby eateries, known in part for its expansive selection of vegan options. Or try Frank's Steak House, farther up Massachusetts Avenue. Established in 1938, Frank’s is the oldest steakhouse in Greater Boston, and its prime rib is among patrons’ favorites.
North Cambridge's shopping center has all kinds of essentials for its residents.
North Cambridge's shopping center has all kinds of essentials for its residents.
The huevos rancheros at Porter Square's Rosebud come highly recommended.
The huevos rancheros at Porter Square's Rosebud come highly recommended.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Matthew Foley

    Matthew Foley

    Fenway Property Advisors

    (339) 213-8796

    46 Total Sales

    1 in North Cambridge

    $335,000 Price

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  • Nathan Long

    Nathan Long

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (857) 290-5689

    26 Total Sales

    1 in North Cambridge

    $1,195,000 Price

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  • Bill Gehan

    Bill Gehan

    Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

    (781) 549-0309

    80 Total Sales

    1 in North Cambridge

    $1,650,000 Price

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  • Carolyn Boyle

    Carolyn Boyle

    Responds Quickly

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    (781) 265-2423

    65 Total Sales

    1 in North Cambridge

    $1,302,000 Price

    Carolyn Boyle
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  • John O'Neil

    John O'Neil

    Responds Quickly

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    (781) 343-7317

    35 Total Sales

    2 in North Cambridge

    $745K - $1.4M Price Range

    John O'Neil
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  • Seydyss Barreto

    Seydyss Barreto

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Realty

    (351) 207-3155

    31 Total Sales

    1 in North Cambridge

    $1,060,000 Price

    Seydyss Barreto
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

19 min drive

Subway

Alewife Station

Train

Porter Square

Subway

Porter Square Station

Bus

Rindge Ave & Reed St

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Rindge Ave & Clay St

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Rindge Ave & Russell Field

Bus

Massachusetts Ave & Cedar St

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Massachusetts Ave & Cameron Ave

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Alewife Station

Bus

Massachusetts Ave & Shea Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Cambridge US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

North Cambridge Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in North Cambridge, Cambridge sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in North Cambridge, Cambridge over the last 12 months is $1,160,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,100,000
Median Sale Price
$1,160,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,750,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,649,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$994,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$911

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,254
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,710
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,520
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,101
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
733
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
439
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1:30 - 3pm

    53 Orchard St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02140

    $1,150,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,346 Sq Ft
    • 53 Orchard St
    • Unit 1
    • New 2 days ago

    On one of west Cambridge's most lovely 1-way tree-lined residential side streets, a light-filled 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium a short distance to Davis & Porter Squares, the Red Line, scores of restaurants & shops. On 1st & 2nd levels of beautiful late-19th-c. building set back from sidewalk, the condominium has gracious living & dining rooms with unusually high ceilings, oversized windows, &

    The Petrowsky Jones Group Compass

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    2 - 3:30pm

    318 Rindge Ave Unit 411, Cambridge, MA 02140

    $869,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,152 Sq Ft
    • 318 Rindge Ave
    • Unit 411
    • New 2 days ago

    Top-Floor Condo at Brickworks with Park Views & 2 covered garage spaces. This bright and quiet top-floor unit offers 1,100 sq ft of comfortable living space and a lovely view of the inner park. Located in a well-maintained, pet-friendly building, the home features hardwood floors, crown molding, and a layout that’s both open and functional. The private balcony is a great spot to enjoy your

    Connor Gillen Keller Williams Realty

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    11am - 12:30pm

    129 Harvey St, Cambridge, MA 02140

    $1,499,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,967 Sq Ft
    • 129 Harvey St
    • New 3 days ago

    This beautifully maintained 2013 townhouse sits beside Alewife Linear Park, blending urban convenience with serene surroundings. The main level offers a stunning living room with 12-foot ceilings, an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, and a mudroom with access to the garage and private yard with patio. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms with ample closet

    Greene Group Compass

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
14,654
Median Age
37
Population Density
30 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$124,456
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,508

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
74.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
45.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

68 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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