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  • Porter Road - Unclaimed

    78-80 Porter Rd, Cambridge, MA 02140

    Located in North Cambridge, Cambridge zip code 02140
    Apartment building

    Neighborhood: North Cambridge

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    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
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    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Cambridge

    Peabody School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Rindge Avenue Upper School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.2 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    7/10
    College Readiness Rating
    9/10

    North Cambridge sits at the city’s northern edge, with residential streets, small commercial corridors and the Alewife area shaping its feel. The Minuteman Bikeway runs through the neighborhood, while nearby Alewife Brook Reservation offers paths and open green space. Fresh Pond Reservation is also close for walking and outdoor time. The neighborhood’s history is reflected in its older homes and the former rail corridor now used for the bikeway. Red Line service at Alewife and several bus routes connect the area with other parts of Cambridge and Boston; cycling and walking are practical for local errands. Shops, cafés and casual dining cluster along Massachusetts Avenue and near the transit station, with broader shopping options nearby. For North Cambridge, median rent is $3,300 per month, with a typical range of $1,150 to $6,500.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Porter Road located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Porter Road is located at 78-80 Porter Rd in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Flatbread Company at Sacco's Bowl Haven, Cafe Rustica, and Nine Bar Espresso.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Porter Road?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Porter Road include Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (0.6 miles away), Somerville Hospital (0.6 miles away), and Harvard University Health Services (1 mile away).

    What schools are assigned to Porter Road?

    The schools assigned to Porter Road include Peabody School, Rindge Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Porter Road?

    Porter Road is located near 3 grocery stores, including Pemberton Farms Marketplace (0.4 miles) and Davis Square Farmers' Market (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Cambridge Naturals, are approximately 0.1 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near Porter Road?

    Porter Road is located within 1 mile of Harvard University, 1 mile of Tufts University, and 1 mile of John F. Kennedy School of Government.

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