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Establishment Profile

Cambridge Savings Bank

A distinguished Cambridge establishment

Bank
The Story

The Community Bank That Actually Knows the Community

Who Runs It

Cambridge Savings Bank has served Cambridge since 1834, making it one of the oldest mutual savings banks in Massachusetts.

The Origin

Founded when Cambridge was a small town, Cambridge Savings Bank has evolved with the city while maintaining community roots. As a mutual bank, it's owned by depositors rather than shareholders.

What Makes It Special

Unlike national banks, Cambridge Savings maintains decision-making locally. Loan officers know the neighborhoods. Community involvement isn't a marketing strategy—it's the original business model.

Major supporter of Cambridge nonprofits, schools, and community events. Staff often live in the communities they serve.

What People Love

Personal service and feeling like more than an account number.

Local decision-making
Community involvement
Personal service
Historic institution
Best for:personal bankingcommunity-minded customerslocal business banking

What To Know

Fewer branches than national banks but more relationship.

Fewer locations
Less cutting-edge technology
Traditional banking approach
Pricing Context

Competitive rates with personal service premium.

Rating Breakdown

4.3
92 total reviews
Our Take

Strong ratings for banking, where satisfaction is rare.

What Customers Say

They actually know my name and remember my situation.

via Google

Insider Tips

Getting There

Porter Square Shopping Center location with parking.

Known For

Personal banking
business banking
ATM

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

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Contact & Visit

Address

Porter Square Shopping Center, Cambridge, MA 02140

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Hours

Mon-Wed: 9AM-5PM, Thu-Fri: 9AM-6PM, Sat: 9AM-3PM

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Cambridge Business Wisdom

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— Max Fischer, on entrepreneurship