Harvard Square, Cambridge
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Cambridge is a unique community in its mix of cultural and social diversity, intellectual vitality and technical innovation. The city is home to internationally known Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and over one-fourth of all its residents are college students, while one-sixth of all its jobs are in higher education.
Yet residents feel that Cambridge is far more than a college town. It has long been an industrial innovator, producing America's first factories for ladders, piano keys and waterproof hats. At one point, it was the third largest industrial center in the Commonwealth.
Today, former factory buildings which once turned out soap or socks house cutting edge firms in biotechnology, computer software and other emerging technologies. Close to one-third of Massachusetts' biomedical employers reside in Cambridge. Cambridge is rich in demographic diversity. More than one in five residents is foreign born. Students from 64 nations attend the public schools, and their families speak 46 different languages. The most numerous immigrant groups hail from Haiti, Central America and Portuguese-speaking nations, including Brazil. An out-of-town visitor might enjoy a Greek festival or a Caribbean gala on the same weekend and buy Portuguese pastries or fresh fish in one block. The continued vitality of its immigrants and entrepreneurs, students and street musicians, factory workers and professionals gives Cambridge its unique flavor.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
142 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
138 |
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8th Grade Math: |
109 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
155 |
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8th Grade Science: |
99 |
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4th Grade Math: |
120 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
188 |
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Spending/Student:
$16,116
Average SAT scores:
1440
Student/Teacher Ratios:
10.5 to 1
Community
Population:101,388 Median Income in town: $47,979 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 33.9 / 1,000
Violent: 5 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
2
/ 8
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $761,250
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $682,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: 10%
Avg single family tax bill:
$0
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Porter Sq. (Fitchburg/South Acton Line)
Subway info:
Red Line Green Line
Bus lines:
1, 66, 68, 69, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 77, 78, 83, 86, 96, 960
Miles to Boston:
3
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
10
Rail time to Boston:
11
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$425,000
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Dana Hill...Sunny 2 bedroom unit in 21 unit association 3 blocks to Harvard Sq..High ceilings, hardwood floors,eat in kitchen, storage and common laundry in basement, common patio, presently rented at $2050..great for investors or owner occupants..professionally managed, Excellent location for folks attending either Harvard or MIT or others who want to enjoy all that Harvard Square has to offer..buyers need 20-25% down since 40% owners
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,497,000
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Located on beautiful, historic Follen Street, steps from Cambridge Common and Harvard Sq., this contemporary single-family home on a large lot is a very rare offering. Built in 1948, with an addition circa 1960, the house has a layout typical of modern architecture of that era. Owned by the same family for more than 50 years, the house has had very few updates and offers prospective owners a blank canvas in an unbeatable location. House has a lovely front yard, large backyard, driveway.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$449,000
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On prestigious Irving Street, in the heart of Harvard Square near Divinity, Law, GSD+Science. Details include pocket/french doors, exposed brick . Many large windows, 9-ft ceilings. Very large open kit/dining. A second bedroom/study features an ornate bay window and fireplace - ideal for many uses, especially home office. Unit has direct access to a lovely brick-paved common garden area. Basement storage and common laundry (+ in-unit hookups). Enchanting!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$749,000
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Light and airy with great views of Camb. from this south facing, corner 2 bedroom , 2 bathroom home locate on the 5th floor. It has been renovated by the owner with beautiful maple hard wood floors. A lovely, new open kitchen with nice cabinets , corian counters and new appliances. Two renovated bathrooms with tile and marble. The master bath has a deep soaking whirl pool tub. Beautiful built- in bookcases. Corner second bedroom. Assigned Garage parking and bike storage. Extra storage avail.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,399,000
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Truly one of a kind Victorian, this single family home offers 3 plus bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms with a private guest suite you can enter from in or outside the home, a huge master suite as well as an open concept third level offering many options. With skylights, an outdoor patio covered by a lovely pergola, private outdoor dining area, and off street parking, this corner home has beautiful detail throughout. Open living and entertaining space on the first floors leaves endless possibilities
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$499,000
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This elegant condo has Radcliffe Quadrangle rooftop views, fine detail and a superb location. Cleverly renovated kitchen has stone counters, ample storage and slate floor. There is period molding and lighting, recessed lights, built-in bookshelves, hardwood floors, fireplace and amazing closet space. Great flow, southwest exposures and numerous windows create an airy spacious feeling. Resident super. Between Harvard and Porter Square, close to the Law School and exciting restaurants, and shops!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$349,000
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Near Harvard Square, just a block from Harvard's Memorial Hall: sunny, south-facing, top-floor one-bedroom condo. Wide, ever-interesting city views. Ideal for grad.students; walk to everything. 5 x 8 foyer, 15 x 11 LR, 10 x 13 BR. 3 closets. 15 x 17 eat-in kitchen, classic glass cabinets, newer double sink. Art-deco bath. Well-maintained, prof. managed, 50-unit 1927 brick building. Conveniently, public library & big indoor pool across st. Your comfortable retreat atop Harvard/Cambridge culture?
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$769,000
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Harvard Square river view two bedroom two bathroom unit in well-managed brick bldg, 1220sf with generous closets, extra storage adjacent and rental parking behind complex, near coffee shops, restaurants, bus and T. Bathrooms newly renovated with finest quality fixtures, lighting and radiant heated flooring. Dining area with lovely new built-in wood cabinetry, walls and ceilings with beautiful new paint and finishes, hardwood floors, Granite counters and breakfast bar, restored windows throughout
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$595,000
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Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo located minutes from Harvard Square on tree lined Trowbridge Street. Sunfilled kitchen perfect for cooking gourmet meals complete w/ stainless steel apliances and spacious dining area. Master suite with generous bath in addition to 2 large bedrooms w/ ample closets. Tastefully renovated with old world charm and detail. Private front and back porches.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$759,000
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Own a piece of Cambridge History at Strathcona-on-the-Charles! This classic early 20th century brick building, built in the Jacobean style, sits along the banks of the Charles River. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath ?New York style flat? has great views of the four seasons and daily sunsets. Maple floors, wood-burning fireplace, large rooms, an eat-in kitchen and basement storage, are a few of its amenities. This professionally managed building has a live-in superintendant. Garage parking for rent nearby.
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