Cambridge, Ontario is part of a great area for driving and parking, making it convenient for residents. Families will appreciate the proximity of primary schools and daycares in the area, as well as the abundance of parks such as Victoria Park and Lions Can Amera Park. The slower-paced atmosphere and peaceful streets make for a relaxing environment, and there are various housing options available, including single detached homes, small apartment buildings, and townhouses in a range of sizes. With over 50 parks, affordable housing, and convenient amenities, Cambridge is a welcoming city for those seeking a peaceful and family-friendly neighborhood.

People who prefer a calm environment will enjoy Cambridge. This city is very quiet overall, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, most locations within the city have good access to green spaces, such as Hespeler Optimist Park and Riverside Park (Preston), since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to unwind in and a lot of houses for sale have a park around the corner.

Homeowners occupy around 70% of the units in the city and 30% are occupied by renters. In this part of Waterloo Region, the majority of dwellings are single detached homes, and the rest are mainly small apartment buildings. About one quarter of properties in this city were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while many of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s. This city is primarily composed of four or more bedroom and three bedroom homes.