This neighborhood is situated in the city of Cambridge, which is part of the Greater Boston area. West Cambridge is bordered by the Charles River and JFK Street, as well as Concord Avenue, Fresh Pond, Aberdeen Ave. and Watertown. The neighborhood is a mainly residential area, home to around 8,000 residents. You'll find the majority of retail and other commercial amenities down around the bustling Harvard Square, although there are a few smaller retail strips along Huron Avenue, Concord Avenue and Mt. Auburn Street.

To the west lies the famous gathering spot Harvard Square, which is home to the renowned Harvard University as well as plenty of cafe's, restaurants, theaters and other amenities. The Charles River offers waterside walks, and the Fresh Pond Reservation provides green space and leisurely recreation. The neighborhood of West Cambridge also boasts a landmark in the form of the Historic Mount Auburn Cemetery. Aside from the Fresh Pond, residents have access to the kid-friendly Father Callanan Playground, the Lowell School Park, the Memorial Drive Tot Lot, as well as the Lowell Park, Larch Road Park and John F. Kennedy Memorial Park to only name a few.