Kendall Square itself isn't the most residential area, but you're a subway stop away from a ton of nightlife & live music in Central Square. One stop further an

Kendall Square itself isn't the most residential area, but you're a subway stop away from a ton of nightlife & live music in Central Square. One stop further and Harvard Square has an active city events scene (Mayfair, Book Festival, Bastille Day) + a ton of shops & restaurants. Just over the river you have the Esplanade, with regular concerts, movie nights, and festivals. And that's all within a mile or so. What kind of recreation are you looking for?