Cambridge is a historic city built around the Grand River, which runs through it and joins the Speed River. The city is made up of three downtown cores, Galt, Preston and Hespeler, each with its own cafés, independent shops, restaurants and pubs, and each at a different stage of revitalization. That mix, along with a business community known for its entrepreneurial spirit, has made condos in Cambridge popular with first-time buyers, downsizers and commuters.

Apartments in Cambridge include lofts and converted mill buildings in Galt along the river, newer mid-rise condos near the Gaslight District, and low-rise buildings in Preston and along Hespeler Road, with quick access to Highway 401 for trips to Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph and the GTA. Parks, forested trails and conservation areas are close to most neighbourhoods, which suits anyone who wants an active, outdoor lifestyle.