West Cambridge

Cambridge, MA

West Cambridge - Cambridge, MA

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Niche Reviews

3.7 (21 Reviews)

The humble home of Harvard Square and Harvard University

River • Shopping • Restaurants • Family-Friendly • Urban •

Located in a bustling commercial district in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the neighborhood of West Cambridge is a thriving urban area that’s filled with family-friendly destinations. Most notable for its direct access to Harvard Square, a famous shopping, dining, and entertainment hub, locals have all of the local restaurants, specialty shops, and ornate theaters to choose from like the Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre. The MBTA runs several bus lines to the area, giving commuters connections to the red line Harvard Square Station that takes them to other parts of the city. Though West Cambridge has immediate access to everything that’s offered in the city of Cambridge, including Harvard University and its attractions, West Cambridge is only six miles from Boston, so the options for food, retail, sports, and entertainment are endless. Though West Cambridge’s convenient location is one of its top perks, its well-kept streets and historic homes aren’t too shabby either!

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in West Cambridge is $2,045 for a studio, $2,510 for one bedroom, and $2,626 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Cambridge has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

Studio
459 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,045/month

Average Rent

1 BR
717 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,510/month

Average Rent

2 BR
817 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,626/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Reviews of West Cambridge - Cambridge, MA

Niche Reviews

3.7 21 Reviews

Current Resident

7 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

i raised my children in Cambridge its very rewarding living here. My children are college graduates now its tine fie me the community environments are nice.people are friendly

Niche User

10 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review

narrow selection, no excitement. some fun mom and pop shops nowhere to intermingle

Niche User

10 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

Safe for the most part - law enforcement are on the ball

Niche User

10 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

Okay for a campus town. High cost of housing but costs decrease as proximity to campus decreases

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