The real estate market in Cambridge has seen explosive growth over the past decade.  Thanks to steady flow of VC funding pouring into the area and increasing enrollment at local Universities, demand for housing in Cambridge has been insatiable.  As a result, median sales prices for residential properties in Cambridge are soaring across all categories.  The median sales price for condos in Cambridge is $891,910, while the median price of homes for sale in Cambridge MA stands at a whopping $1.93M.  With prices like that, it would be easy for a potential buyer to throw in the towel and assume that renting an apartment is their best bet.  And going strictly off those two aforementioned median prices, they would be right.  When you break them down in terms of monthly mortgage payment, taxes,... 12/16/2021

While Cambridge is technically outside of the City of Boston, data trends in the housing market and in particular the rental market in Cambridge closely mirror that of Boston.  Both are highly cyclical markets that depend heavily on apartment turnover from the local student population.  So while Boston’s rental market is reeling due to inventory spikes, it should come as no surprise that the same supply issues are occurring in Cambridge.Cambridge may be best known as the home of two famous universities:  Harvard and MIT.  Like most of the area’s Universities, both adopted remote learning for the 2020-2021 school year, severely hampering the influx of students we normally see in September.   As a result, the real estate market in Cambridge has experienced quite a bit of fluctuation in te... 02/18/2021

  Halloween season is in full swing in New England. It's time to shop for candy, carve pumpkins, and brew up some mulled cider.  If you love Halloween as much as we do at LAER Realty Partners, then you are probably looking for the best haunted attractions to get your scare on.  There are a handful of haunted happenings across New England and we polled our agents for the best ones. So, if you are looking to get your pants scared off this weekend, we have compiled our list of the six best haunted attractions in New England: Spooky World – Nightmare New England – Litchfield, NHhttps://www.nightmarenewengland.com/Spooky World presents Nightmare New England successfully opened their newest, and most requested, haunted attraction in 2015 –a one-mile-long haunted hayride. This most recent addi... 10/19/2017

Cambridge Tops MA Election List as #1 for Clinton, Also High on MarijuanaTop 5 Clinton 5 List in MetroWest Also Includes Brookline, Somerville, Boston, and NewtonBOSTON, MA – What’s the most liberal city or town in Greater Boston/MetroWest? If you guessed Cambridge, you’d be spot on. As with Obama in 2012, Cambridge tops a local list with the greatest percentage margin for the Democratic candidate in 2016 with 89.2% voting for Hilary Clinton versus Donald Trump. That’s even more than the 86.1% of Cambridge voters who voted for President Obama in 2012.Cambridge ranked second in a summary of local rankings of election results by Jonathan Slater, President of Newton, MA-based Castles Luxury Properties, when it came to ballot Question #4 on legalizing marijuana where Somerville captured the... 11/11/2016

BURLINGTON Real Estate Market Trends: Week of May 23rd, 2016The Market Action Index answers the question "How's the Market?" by measuring the current rate of sale versus the amount of the inventory. Index above 30 implies a seller's advantage. Below 30, conditions give the advantage to the buyer.Here is a snapshot of real estate market for single family homes and condo/townhouses in BURLINGTON, MA for the week of May 23rd, 2016. (Source: AltosResearch). Week of May 23rd, 2016 Single Family Homes Condo/Townhouse Median List Price $778,450 $535,000 Average List Price $761,712 $5,000 Average Days on Market 93 1 No. of Homes On Market 34 1 Median House Size 2,948 sq ft. 2,000 sq ft. Market Action Index 46.7 - Strong Seller's 75.0 - Strong Seller's Data provided by ©2005-2016 Altos Research ... 07/10/2016

 What is more fun than working with my long term clients to purchase this stunning investment condo in Cambridge?  Not sure!  We had a blast and it was wonderful to work with the Ivy Team again while roaming through my old stomping grounds!  The Glass Factory in Cambridge has a rich history and is right across the street from the Science Museum!  04/02/2016

TiE Annual Investor Outlook Dinner    What is TiE? TiE is a not-for-profit organization fostering entrepreneurship with 61 chapters in 18 countries! TiE was founded in 1992 by a group of successful entrepreneurs and is currently the world’s largest entrepreneurial organization out there. TiE BOSTON Since 1997, TiE-Boston has been supporting entrepreneurs by offering education, mentorship, networking, and funding opportunities. What makes TiE unique is that the organization connects entrepreneurs with each other and other stakeholders in the ecosystem, including seasoned serial entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capitalists, service providers, and early customers.   TiE-Boston is a chapter of TiE-Global, the largest global not-for-profit organization fostering entrepreneurship.   Ti... 01/23/2015

Immaculate, contemporary one bedroom condo combining classic high ceilings and dentil crown mouldings with modern design and open floor plan. The wood floors - wide pine and oak - are newly refinished and gorgeous. Entire unit freshly painted in tasteful designer colors, including ceilings. Fully applianced kitchen is up-to-date with maple cabinets, granite tile counters and stainless appliances. Bedroom is large in size and uniquely located apart from living area with double closet and built-in shelving. Built-in air conditioners in kitchen and bedroom. Private washer and dryer in basement and generous storage area. It even has a cozy, exclusive patio space for barbequing. Steps to Inman Square, close to Central Square Redline T, Whole Foods, restaurants and 2 blocks to neighborhood pa... 09/07/2014

Real Estate Market Report East Cambridge, MA 02141 May 2014 East Cambridge, MA (02141) Real Estate is still in a seller's market.  This will continue for remainder of 2014 due to lack of available housing and low interest rates.  Like all the real estate market in Boston area suburbs.  If you find the ideal home for you, be prepared to write an offer quickly or accept the possibility you will lose the home to another buyer. Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in East Cambridge, MA  in May 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what buyers are willing to pay... 06/02/2014

Real Estate Market Report North Cambridge, MA 02140 May 2014 North Cambridge, MA (02140) Real Estate is still in a seller's market.  This will continue for remainder of 2014 due to lack of available housing and low interest rates.  Like all the real estate market in Boston area suburbs.  If you find the ideal home for you, be prepared to write an offer quickly or accept the possibility you will lose the home to another buyer. Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in North Cambridge,, MA  in May 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what buyers are willing to... 06/02/2014

Real Estate Market Report Harvard Sq., Cambridge, MA 02138 May 2014 Harvard Sq., Cambridge, MA (02138) Real Estate is still in a seller's market.  This will continue for remainder of 2014 due to lack of available housing and low interest rates.  Like all the real estate market in Boston area suburbs.  If you find the ideal home for you, be prepared to write an offer quickly or accept the possibility you will lose the home to another buyer. Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in Harvard Sq., Cambridge, MA  in May 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what b... 06/02/2014

Real Estate Market in Kendall Sq. Cambridge, MA Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in Kendall Sq. Cambridge, MA in April 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. The data provided in this report is from Market Insider (MI) published by Market Leader.  MI consolidates data from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales and more.  Whether you are a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.  Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed Kendall Sq.  Cambridge, MA Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what buyers are willing to pay).  By comparing these price trends... 05/04/2014

Real Estate Market in East Cambridge, MA Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in East Cambridge, MA in April 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. The data provided in this report is from Market Insider (MI) published by Market Leader.  MI consolidates data from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales and more.  Whether you are a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.  Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed East Cambridge, MA Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what buyers are willing to pay).  By comparing these price trends, you will have a good... 05/04/2014

Real Estate Market in North Cambridge, MA Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in North Cambridge, MA in April 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. The data provided in this report is from Market Insider (MI) published by Market Leader.  MI consolidates data from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales and more.  Whether you are a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.  Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed North Cambridge, MA Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what buyers are willing to pay).  By comparing these price trends, you will have a g... 05/04/2014

Real Estate Market in  Harvard Sq. Cambridge, MA Buyers and investors who have are serious about the Real Estate Market in  Harvard Sq. Cambridge, MA in April 2014  should now have enough facts to get them started on their real estate journey in this community. The data provided in this report is from Market Insider (MI) published by Market Leader.  MI consolidates data from multiple sources and includes current listings, recent sales and more.  Whether you are a buyer or seller, the knowledge you gain will help put you in control of your real estate transactions.  Price Trends - Sold vs. Listed  Harvard Sq. Cambridge, MA Understanding the difference between "listing prices" (what sellers are asking for) and "sold prices" (what buyers are willing to pay).  By comparing these price tren... 05/04/2014

Cambridge 1 and 2 bedroom condos continued their upward climb from a strong 2013 in the first quarter of 2014.  With high buyer demand and low interest rates I expect this trend to continue through 2014 and into 2015. 04/24/2014

LIFE IS A WORK IN PROGRESS Life is like a drama. Each scene emerges bringing us joy or sorrow and then… it vanishes and we find ourselves in the next scene!!! We embrace the scenes that make us happy and often times resist those that bring us sorrow or pain. In this program we will explore the state of consciousness we need to achieve to find the strength to face the different scenes that come our way. Because life is work in progress until the very end! Date: 03/05/2014 Location: 1110 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02138 Time: 7.00 pm- 8:15 pmOrganized By: BrahmakumarisCost: Free of ChargeContact: 617 547 1110Web: http://www.innerspaceharvardsq.org/Email: info@innerspaceharvardsq.org LIFE IS A WORK IN PROGRESS 02/28/2014

1-3 Granite Avenue, Cambridge, MA Do you know where this is? 1-3 Granite Street, Cambridge MA is rated, very walkable, for its Walk Score.  Although anyone who knows New England knows that there are days in the winter when a walk to the edge of your property can be difficult. Today in the late summer with fall breezes waving over the old oak trees thoughts of winter are far away. View of Back Bay Boston from Cambridge  Cambridgeport is snuggled along the eastern end of Cambridge, right along the Charles River that separates Boston from Cambridge.  It is an easy walking distance to Harvard University, MIT, andBoston University.  Many of thegraduate students will rent the nice apartments in this area to be away from the students less focused on the next degree in campus facilities.  Sinc... 08/15/2013

Cambridge-Historical-Society-1 Any story about Cambridgeport ROI; The People and Place make it so, has got to start in Cambridge, MA itself. Home for people from every nation, creed, political persuasion, and passion have gathered and lived here since before the Revolutionary war. Investors have been profiting here since 1632.Cambridge is a place that attracts the best students, intellectuals, scientists and business people since its beginnings. Harvard, MIT, Boston University are all within walking distance ofCambridgeport.  Land and buildings have always been a premium here.  With people coming and going from schools and startups on a yearly basis there is always need for quality rental apartments.  While the price of entry is high, not only measured in cost, but availability of qual... 08/12/2013

The spring housing market has arrived and we are starting to see more inventory hit the market. Make sure you are up-to-date and prepared for what your dollar is going to buy you in the market place by working with an experienced and professional buyer agent as well as educating yourself as to what properties have sold recently and at what price. Thinking about buying in Cambridge? Here are some recent sales that will give you a feel for the market -http://www.buyeragentsofboston.com/admin/searches/2509835 04/03/2013