Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Medford Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,500 (33 Rentals)

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Mass Ave, 385
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mass Ave, 385

385 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02474

West Medford, Boston, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Medford area is the $0.23 price per square foot 78 Decatur St Model at 78 Decatur St, Unit 3 in the in the East Arlington neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value West Medford apartment is the 15 Taylor St Model at 15 Taylor St, Unit 1 starting at $3,400 with a $0.34 price per square foot in the North Medford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Medford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
78 Decatur St, Unit 378 Decatur St1BR,1BA$0.23
15 Taylor St, Unit 115 Taylor St4BR,2BA$0.34
75 Capen St, Unit 175 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.28
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 210 Pinkham Rd4BR,1BA$0.36
77 Gordon St, Unit #177 Gordon St2BR,2BA$0.23
20 Burget Ave, Unit 220 Burget Ave3BR,1BA$0.36
78 Gordon St, Unit #178 Gordon St2BR,2BA$0.23
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
95 W Adams St, Unit 195 W Adams St2BR,1BA$0.25

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West Medford, Boston, MA

Ranked #58

Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Medford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Medford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Medford is at Brigham Square Apartments listed at $2,535.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Medford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Medford Apartment is $2,476 at Mystic Place.

What is the most affordable West Medford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Medford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Blair Pond Estates and starts from $3,495.

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