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19 Arizona Ter

ArlingtonMA02474

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property at 79 Capen St

79 Capen St

MedfordMA02155

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75 Mystic St, Unit 3

75 Mystic St
ArlingtonMA02474

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West Medford, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Medford Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mystic Place1 Bedroom AB1BR,1BA$2,376

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA

As of May 16, 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 291 Alewife Brook Pky Model at 291 Alewife Brook Pky, Unit 1 starting at $4,000 with a $0.40 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill 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
291 Alewife Brook Pky, Unit 1291 Alewife Brook Pky4BR,2BA$0.40
125 Hillsdale Rd, Unit 1125 Hillsdale Rd3BR,1BA$0.39
75 Capen St, Unit 175 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.28
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
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
51 Fairfax St, Unit 251 Fairfax St2BR,1BA$0.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Medford

What type of rentals are currently available in West Medford?

There are currently 417 Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $14,183. There are also 265 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Medford ranging from $1,975 to $9,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Medford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Medford ranges from $1,975 to $9,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,236.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Medford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Medford range from $2,800 to $14,183, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $5,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Amelia Ramstead

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

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