Kendall 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
/ 4
/ 1
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:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,900
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This Kendall Square single-family is a sanctuary in the city. Elegant balance of modern & classic touches, 3bd+office/1.5 ba architect-renovated home offers an open floor plan. Kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances; wood-burning fireplace appoints LR, dining opens to fenced, landscaped yard w/ bluestone patio/garden. Master bed has vaulted ceilings & exposed steel beams. Flex floor plan- extra office/family/bedroom & full bsmt. Newer roof. Parking
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$599,900
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This Kendall Square single-family is a sanctuary in the city. Elegant balance of modern & classic touches, 3bd+office/1.5 ba architect-renovated home offers an open floor plan. Kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances; wood-burning fireplace appoints LR, dining opens to fenced, landscaped yard w/ bluestone patio/garden. Master bed has vaulted ceilings & exposed steel beams. Flex floor plan- extra office/family/bedroom & full bsmt. Newer roof. Parkin
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$969,000
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River views and outdoor space at The Esplanade building for under $1 Million. The home features new hardwood floors, new granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The large living room features plenty of space for a formal dining area. The Master bedroom with en-suite over sized bathroom features standing shower and soaking tub with potential for upgrade to double sink & jacuzzi. The second bath features generous closet space and plenty of room for a queen bed. Laundry in unit.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$509,000
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This renovated 4 bedroom duplex is located just steps from Kendall Square and MIT. Condo Quality renovation of a duplex featuring gleaming hardwood floors, 2 full bathrooms, large bedrooms (huge master with custom inlaid hardwood) fully renovated kitchen, ample extra storage and off street parking for sale as well. BRING YOUR BEST OFFER!! Central Heat and Central Air!! Laundry IN UNIT. THIS DEAL WON"T LAST Currently rented through 9/1/12 !! INCOME PROPERTY.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$435,000
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Can there be a better investment than Kendall/MIT for appreciation,resale & quality of life? Wonderful fixer-upper with 4 stories-13 large rooms, high ceilings,natural light & pkg. Walk to yard from raised almost ground level finished basement with full height windows. Rarely in this neighborhood can you find a 4 level home with huge enclosed porches oriented to large backyard. Please note,offer date Wed April 4 at 5PM. Originally a single now assessed as a 2 family-Restore to its original glory
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$435,000
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Is there a better investment than Kendall/MIT for appreciation,rents, resale & quality of life? Wonderful fixer with 4 stories-13 large rooms, high ceil,nat light & pkg. Walk to yd from almost ground level finished basement with full height windows. Rarely can you find a 2-fam with huge enclosed porches oriented to large yard.Offer date April 4 at 5PM. No representations on 2 fam status or condition. Buyer's due diligence please. Variance may be necessary to restore two family status.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$339,000
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Steps to Kendall Square and the Charles River! This renovated, contemporary two-level condo has great character and is ready for move-in! The upper level features an open floor plan with a sliding glass door leading to the private balcony-garden/patio area with the lower level offering a finished room along with a private basement and exclusive washer/dryer. Pet friendly, well managed 100% owner occupied association.
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