Cambridge trash & bulky-item rules
Cambridge allows one piece of ordinary furniture per week with regular trash, while appliances and other large items can require permits, fees or separate recycling.
Cambridge, MA — start here
Use the current official/responsible sources below and recheck them before an unusual set-out.
Quick answer
Cambridge allows one piece of ordinary furniture per week with regular trash, while appliances and other large items can require permits, fees or separate recycling.
Before you use the rule: Cambridge residential curbside customers.
Furniture, mattresses and appliances
Do not treat every large item the same: mattresses, televisions and appliances have their own City disposal routes. Check the item-specific list before set-out.
Household hazardous waste and other special material
The City schedules household hazardous waste collection events at 50 Mooney Street during 2026.
Where to take large items in Cambridge
Furniture/large-item rules vary by item; use the City service page/permit route.
Before set-out
Contact or service note: Cambridge Public Works: verify current recycling line.
For Cambridge, use the linked local source or service contact to confirm the address, collection date and any special-item preparation before set-out.
Official sources
These official or responsible-agency sources were used to verify the Cambridge guide. Recheck current schedules or fees before an unusual set-out or special trip.
- Cambridge — Get Rid of It RightOfficial/local source checked for this guide · cambridgema.gov
- Cambridge — Household Hazardous WasteOfficial/local source checked for this guide · cambridgema.gov