Cambridge, Ontario is a city located on the Grand River and Speed River in the Region of Waterloo, Ontario. Public transportation is provided by Grand River Transit. GO Transit has a station in Milton, Ontario and VIA Rail is in Kitchener, Ontario and Guelph, Ontario. Commuter busses run to Toronto, Ontario and Highway 401 runs through Cambridge. The nearest airport is the Region of Waterloo International Airport.
Cambridge is committed to revitalizing its historic core areas, in Galt City Centre, Preston Towne Centre and Hespeler Village. Cambridge’s distinctive architecture is a beautiful backdrop for the galleries, theatres and restaurants in its three town centres. Enjoy shopping at factory outlets, boutiques, antique shops, and farmers markets. The Village of St. Jacobs offers intriguing craft and fashion shops in 19th Century buildings. Explore the historical settings along the Grand River or a living history village at Westfield Heritage Village. Celebrate at the Mill Race Festival and the Rock the Mill music festival.
Cambridge parks offer access to the Grand and Speed Rivers and a well developed trail system. Enjoy canoeing, horseback riding, biking, bird watching and hiking along the rivers or walk amongst butterflies at the Wings of Paradise butterfly conservatory. Perfect you golf swing at one of the areas golf courses or drive through a wildlife park. Cambridge offers excitement for every season.
The economy of Cambridge is supported by an auto assembly plant, light and heavy industry, custom made furniture and regional handicrafts. Cambridge’s Economic Development office is active in supporting and expanding this financial base.
Typical of southern Ontario, winter temperatures average between -3 C and -6.3 C while summer temperatures average between 17 C and 21 C. Snow fall occurs October through April with accumulations averaging 5 cm to 7 cm. Winter days are often sunny and cold while summer months are warm and humid.
To find a house for sale or learn more about real estate in and around Cambridge, a good place to start is to see what homes are on the market. Use the form on this page to request the most up to date MLS listings in your areas of interest in and around Cambridge. Customize your search to find exactly what you want.
