Why Is Eddington a Great Place to Rent in Cambridge?

 

If you’re considering where to rent in Cambridge, Eddington is emerging as one of the city’s most exciting residential neighbourhoods, and for good reason. From its thoughtful design and community-focused planning to excellent connectivity and amenities, Eddington offers a modern alternative to traditional city living. It’s ideal for professionals, families, academics, and anyone looking for a balanced, well-connected lifestyle just outside the hustle of Cambridge city centre.

A Purpose-Built, Sustainable Community

Eddington isn’t just another part of Cambridge — it’s a newly masterplanned neighbourhood developed on the site of the North West Cambridge project. Designed to be sustainable, vibrant and future-ready, it includes green spaces, parks, cycle paths, retail and community facilities, and thoughtful public realm that enhances daily life.

This isn’t accidental design. The neighbourhood was planned to support a diverse community and make daily life effortless, whether that’s for walking and cycling, working locally or commuting to the city centre. 

Excellent Location and Connectivity

Eddington sits just about two miles northwest of Cambridge city centre. By bike it’s around 10 minutes, and walking or public transport make the city readily accessible without the congestion and premium prices of central living.

Whether you’re a Cambridge professional heading to work, a postgrad student attending lectures, or commuting further afield, that ease of access is a big draw.

Everyday Amenities on Your Doorstep

Unlike many traditional residential areas, Eddington has been built with everyday convenience in mind. You’ll find shops, cafés, supermarkets and community spaces within walking or cycling distance. Importantly, there’s also excellent green space and parkland, meaning you’re never far from nature even as part of an urban neighbourhood.

For families, the presence of the Ofsted Outstanding University of Cambridge Primary School, shops, community centre, and plenty of play and social spaces adds another layer of long-term living appeal. 

Elevated Rental Living at Present Made, Eddington

One of the stand-out options for renting in Eddington is Present Made. Present Made has been created to combine the best of modern build-to-rent living with the character and community of this award-winning neighbourhood.

Here’s how Present Made elevates the Eddington rental experience:

• Design-led homes in a mix of 1–4 bedroom houses and apartments, tailored for different lifestyles.

• Community-focused spaces, including co-working areas, a gym, cinema room and shared green spaces that support connection and convenience.

• Flexible renting with simple applications, no hidden fees and service-driven management teams onsite — making everyday living as smooth as possible.

• Pet-friendly living, including dedicated spaces for four-legged housemates.

Whether you’re working locally, studying, or just want a connected home with space and character, Present Made offers a compelling place to rent in one of Cambridge’s most exciting neighbourhoods.

The Perfect Blend of Pace and Peace

If city living feels too intense but village life feels too remote, Eddington bridges that gap perfectly. It gives you access to Cambridge’s historic centre, world-class institutions and employment locations while offering the room, community and calm that truly contemporary living demands.

Thinking About Renting in Eddington?

Eddington is more than a postcode. It’s a neighbourhood engineered around how people actually want to live today. From its sustainability credentials to its local services and resident-focused homes, it ticks the boxes for a wide range of renters.

If you’re ready to explore what renting in this community could look like, start with Present Made in Eddington, where thoughtful design and everyday living meet in one of Cambridge’s most desirable new places to call home.