The Port Real Estate

The Port, or “Area Four," is a densely populated neighborhood in Cambridge located between Central and Kendall Squares. At one time, the neighborhood was recognized as one of Cambridge’s most diverse communities. Today, the area is largely residential but still features a cluster of low-key pubs, late-night eateries, and musical venues. The Port’s 7,000 residents enjoy the area’s many lunch spots and pizza joints as well as the science, industry, and art available at the nearby MIT Museum. Much of the Port lies in Central Square with the main commercial strip along Massachusetts Avenue. The former industrial center near the railroad is now home to high-tech labs and offices as well as facilities for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The balance of the neighborhood is residential and traditionally has been more affordable than other Cambridge neighborhoods although gentrification has resulted in rapidly appreciating prices. Properties range from condos and multi-families to newer town homes.  Read more about The Port real estate.

The Port Homes & Condos For Sale

The Port Homes & Condos For Sale October 3, 2023
9
Listed
17
Avg. DOM
$972.86
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$1,599,999
Med. List Price
9 Properties
Open 10/4
221 Columbia St. Cambridge,  MA 02139
6
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
4,500
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
15
Days on Site
73160813
MLS
This gorgeous single-family home offers an impressive 4,500 square feet of living space, featuring 6 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, providing plenty of room for comfortable living. As you step inside,...
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,537
Sq.Ft.
1819
Year Built
21
Days on Site
73158843
MLS
Tucked away on a private driveway awaits an exquisite Dutch style home serving as your oasis in the heart of Cambridge. As you approach the home, you are greeted with a grand formal entry with...
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,537
Sq.Ft.
1819
Year Built
21
Days on Site
73158844
MLS
Tucked away on a private driveway awaits an exquisite Dutch style home serving as your oasis in the heart of Cambridge. As you approach the home, you are greeted with a grand formal entry with...
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,979
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
6
Days on Site
73164819
MLS
Welcome home to where luxury meets location! Just steps away from Central and Kendall Square. Be the first to reside in this newly built, luxury townhome-style condo! Be amazed by this bi-level unit,...
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,775
Sq.Ft.
1874
Year Built
16
Days on Site
73160744
MLS
Welcome to elegance nestled in Cambridge's prime location! Discover this newly-refurbished gem boasting contemporary finishes across 4 spacious bedrooms & 2.5 luxe baths. Two lavish primary suites,...
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,775
Sq.Ft.
1874
Year Built
16
Days on Site
73160743
MLS
Welcome to elegance nestled in Cambridge's prime location! Discover this newly-refurbished gem boasting contemporary finishes across 4 spacious bedrooms & 2.5 luxe baths. Two lavish primary suites,...
2
Beds
1
Baths
922
Sq.Ft.
1900
Year Built
28
Days on Site
73155592
MLS
Step into this exquisite condo and you'll notice the grandeur and high ceilings that lend an airy, spacious feel thruout. Boasting a delightful blend of old-world character and contemporary comfort,...
$785,000
Condo: 12-14 Suffolk Street Condominium
2
Beds
1
Baths
922
Sq.Ft.
1910
Year Built
29
Days on Site
73155395
MLS
An ideally located bright & adorable two bed condo with tall ceilings, a private back deck, and courtyard exclusive to the two first floor units. Features include in-unit laundry, new appliances,...
$769,000
Condo: 39-41 Dickinson Street Condominium
2
Beds
1
Baths
827
Sq.Ft.
1900
Year Built
14
Days on Site
73161326
MLS
Unlock the ultimate urban lifestyle! Imagine the ease of walking to work, with Kendall Square and Central Square T station less than half a mile from your doorstep! This delightful first-floor condo...

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 The Port Location

The Port is bounded on the north by Hampshire Street; to the south by Massachusetts Avenue; to the east by the Grand Junction Railroad Tracks; and to the west by Prospect Street. The neighborhood is served by the Central Square MBTA Stop on the Red Line and is also within walking distance of the Kendall Square Station.

The Port History

Similar to many of Cambridge’s neighborhoods, the Port was formerly a marshy area. After the filling in of Boston’s Back Bay and Charles River marshes, the name “Cambridgeport” went to what is now Area 5 where the waterfront is located. For decades Area 4 languished without a name although local residents referred to it as “the Port,” before town officials formalized the name in the 1980s. The nickname was a throwback to the 1950s when the entire area was part of Cambridgeport.

The Port claims a historic connection to the invention of the telephone. An office building served as the site of the first reciprocal telephone conversation, which took place between Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Watson in 1876. The Port was also an early hub for the manufacturing of candy, starting in the early 1800s. Notable facilities included Cambridge Brands, the makers of Junior Mints, and the Necco factory located across Massachusetts Avenue.

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