Cambridge Community Services review 2026 (Cambridge, MA)

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Cambridge Community Services, a Cambridge, MA moving company, ranks #222 of 295 movers in Massachusetts, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.30/5.

50% of Cambridge Community Services' 6 verified customer reviews are positive. The most common complaint involves unprofessional behavior. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Cambridge Community Services measures up

Cambridge Community Services ranks #222 out of 295 movers in Massachusetts with a moveBuddha Score of 3.30 out of 5.

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Is Cambridge Community Services moveBuddha Certified?

Cambridge Community Services is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.

With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Cambridge Community Services hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.

What movebuddha certified movers offer

  • Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
  • Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
  • Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
  • Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.

Before you book, check:

  • USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
  • Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
  • A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
  • The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified

** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.

What do customers say about Cambridge Community Services?

Out of 6 verified reviews, 50% of customers left a positive review about Cambridge Community Services in Cambridge, MA. 50% of reviews are negative. Cambridge Community Services has a 40% lower positive review percentage than the average Massachusetts moving company (50% vs the Massachusetts state average of 90%).

  • Positive50%(3)
  • Negative50%(3)

Based on 6 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What positive reviewers say

  • “were really thankfull for this city to take us as your citizen and thanks for letting my kids to go to your schools here but were really worried about kids…”

    Ariam C.Verified ReviewerYelp
  • “This is a really great little non-profit community organization. They offer a program called CityLinks where volunteers tutor high school students from other countries.”

    Kylie S.Verified ReviewerYelp

Most common complaints about Cambridge Community Services

  • Unprofessional behavior

    Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.

What negative reviewers say

  • “Worst organization on the planet! Uninspiring youth programs, horrible staff. Very unprofessional. Don't believe the hype on their website. Stay away!!!”

    Mike HudsonVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The training was a major waste of my time. The student was 'strongly encouraged' to sign up for mentoring, even though she did not feel she needed it. I was put on a list and never heard back.”

    Analisa P.Verified ReviewerYelp
  • “The woman coordinating the program was incredibly rude, bossy and hostile, not only to the volunteers but even to the students. Their volunteer training was a joke, five sessions, a complete waste of time.”

    Devina M.Verified ReviewerYelp

Cambridge Community Services

3.30Cambridge, MA

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Is Cambridge Community Services licensed and insured?

moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for Cambridge Community Services in Cambridge, MA. That is not the same as the company being unlicensed. Movers operating only within one state are licensed by that state rather than by the FMCSA.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Cambridge Community Services holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

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FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.

How much does Cambridge Community Services cost?

Cambridge Community Services does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Massachusetts, you can expect to pay approximately $129/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Massachusetts moving companies similar to Cambridge Community Services typically bill the amounts below using a $129/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400–$7503–5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850–$1,7505–8 hours, 2–3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700–$3,4008–12 hours, 3–4 movers

What payment options and discounts does Cambridge Community Services offer?

Accepts
No credit cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Cambridge Community Services does not list any accepted payment methods on moveBuddha. Confirm how they take payment before moving day. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

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How Cambridge Community Services compares with other local movers

With a moveBuddha score of 3.30 out of 5, Cambridge Community Services trails the five top-rated movers in the Cambridge area, 1.34 points behind Olympia Moving & Storage. Cambridge Community Services's score rests on 6 reviews, fewer than any of the five. Where Cambridge Community Services falls behind is quote accuracy, with the lowest quote accuracy score in the group.

The five highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1Boston Best Rate MoversWaltham4.721,369
2Flash MovingWaltham4.70620
3Poseidon MovingBrookline4.70325
4Gentle Giant Moving CompanyBoston4.641,924
5Olympia Moving & StorageWatertown4.64735
6Cambridge Community ServicesThis mover · ranks #63.306

How does Cambridge Community Services compare to other Massachusetts movers?

  • moveBuddha score#222 of 295(worse than average)

    3.30vs 3.74 avg

    Cambridge Community Services scores 3.30, below the Massachusetts average of 3.74, and ranks #222 of 295 Massachusetts movers.

  • Positive reviews#252 of 295(worse than average)

    50%vs 90% avg

    Cambridge Community Services has 50% positive reviews, below the Massachusetts average of 90%, and ranks #252 of 295 Massachusetts movers.

  • Negative reviews#255 of 295(worse than average)

    50%vs 8% avg

    Cambridge Community Services has 50% negative reviews, above the Massachusetts average of 8%, and ranks #255 of 295 Massachusetts movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#247 of 295(worse than average)

    6vs 248 avg

    Cambridge Community Services has 6 reviews analyzed, below the Massachusetts average of 248, and ranks #247 of 295 Massachusetts movers.

MetricThis moverMassachusetts avg
moveBuddha score#222 of 295 in Massachusetts3.303.74
Positive reviews#252 of 295 in Massachusetts50%90%
Negative reviewsLower is better#255 of 295 in Massachusetts50%8%
Reviews analyzed#247 of 295 in Massachusetts6248

Compared with 295 Massachusetts movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Massachusetts.

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Final verdict: Cambridge Community Services

Cambridge Community Services earns a 3.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #222 among Massachusetts movers, with 50% positive feedback across 6 customer reviews.

The most common complaint is unprofessional behavior.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

Cambridge Community Services

Cambridge, MA

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  • $1,000Added move coverage*

    When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.

  • 1-on-1Dispute mediation

    If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.

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Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha

Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.

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