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  • City Funds Three New Affordable Housing Site Acquisitions

    In the months of April, May, and June, the Trust supported nonprofit partners in securing 16-28 Porter Street, 1648 and 1654 Massachusetts Avenue, and 729, 735-755 Concord Avenue. As the housing crisis continues both regionally and nationwide, Cambridge continues to work toward ambitious and meaningful affordable housing goals.
  • City Celebrates 106 New Affordable Homes at 52 New Street

    City of Cambridge Leaders joined nonprofit partner Just A Start for a community celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 52 New Street.
  • 4 Mellen Street - Applications Open Until July 31

    Apply for One of the New Affordable Housing Units at 4 Mellen Street; Applications Avaliable Until July 31
  • Cambridge KiOSK Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

    One year after opening in Harvard Square, the Cambridge KiOSK has grown into a year-round place for visitor information, cultural programming, and community gathering. On Sunday, June 7, at 1:25 p.m., the City will mark the anniversary with a free public celebration featuring live music, participatory activities, and a gathering recognizing the people and partnerships that have shaped the KiOSK’s first year.
  • Cambridge Plays Returns for a Summer of Joy

    Spend time outside this summer with free, fun activities for all with Cambridge Plays!
  • New Cool Spots

    The City of Cambridge installed a new series of Cool Spots across Porter Square – welcoming outdoor seating areas designed to bring shade, comfort, and opportunities for social connection to some of the neighborhood’s hottest and most heavily traveled plazas and sidewalks.
  • Vail Court Community Meeting

    The City of Cambridge Housing Department and Affordable Housing Trust (CAHT) are hosting a virtual community meeting to provide updates about process to redevelop Vail Court, 139 Bishop Allen Drive as affordable housing on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
  • Cambridge Awards Grant Funding to Local Nightlife Businesses

    The City of Cambridge Community Development Department has awarded nearly $30,000 in funding to seven organizations through the Cambridge Nightlife Industry and Thriving Entertainment Spaces (NITES) grant.
  • Cambridge Announces the 2026 Legacy Business Award Winners

    Cambridge celebrates long-standing local businesses in May for National Small Business Month
  • 52 New Street - Applications Open Until May 20

    JAS is holding a second lottery for up to 20 of its one- and two-bedroom affordable housing rental units at 52 New Street in Cambridge and to fill the waiting list for units as they become available. Click here for more information.
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