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Boston vs Cambridge, MA — June 2026

A side-by-side comparison of Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts — home prices, property taxes, schools, and market conditions.

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
More Affordable
Boston
Lower Property Tax
Cambridge
Faster Market
Cambridge
Higher-Rated Schools
Cambridge

Boston vs Cambridge: How They Compare

MetricBostonCambridge
Median List Price$925K$1.1M
Price / Sq Ft$981$971
Active Listings2,928333
Avg. Days on Market8676
Market TypeColdBalanced
Property Tax ($/$1k)$11.58$6.35
School District GradeC-A-

Comparing Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts: Boston has a median list price of $925K, while Cambridge is around $1.1M. Boston is the more affordable of the two.

On property taxes, Boston charges $11.58 per $1,000 versus Cambridge at $6.35, so Cambridge has the lower rate. Schools: Boston's district is graded C- and Cambridge's is A-. Boston is currently a cold market and Cambridge a balanced market.

Both figures come from live MLS data. Browse current listings in Boston or Cambridge to compare homes side by side.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boston or Cambridge more affordable?

Boston is more affordable, with a median list price of $925K versus $1.1M in Cambridge.

Which has lower property taxes, Boston or Cambridge?

Cambridge has the lower residential property tax rate: $6.35 per $1,000 versus $11.58 in Boston.

Which has better schools, Boston or Cambridge?

Boston's school district is graded C- and Cambridge's is A-.

Market figures are derived from live MLS data and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not an appraisal or a guarantee of value. Last updated June 2026.