Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Medford Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,200 (138 Rentals)

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North Medford, Malden, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Medford, MA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Medford area is the $0.18 price per square foot 456 Salem St Model at 456 Salem St, Unit 6 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value North Medford apartment is the 20 Washington Pl Model at 20 Washington Pl, Unit #114 starting at $2,375 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Medford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
456 Salem St, Unit 6456 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.18
20 Washington Pl, Unit #11420 Washington Pl2BR,1BA$0.24
77 Fairfax St, Unit B77 Fairfax StStudio ,1BA$0.20
450 Salem St, Unit 7450 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.18
101 Boston Ave, Unit 1101 Boston Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
101 Boston Ave, Unit 1101 Boston Ave2BR,1BA$0.26
95 W Adams St, Unit 195 W Adams St2BR,1BA$0.25
8 Shawmut Ter, Unit #18 Shawmut Ter1BR,1BA$0.20
55 Forest Ave, Unit 2R55 Forest Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
340 Salem St, Unit #1340 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.23

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Medford, Malden, MA

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

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North Medford, Malden, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Medford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Medford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Medford is at Gateway at Malden Center listed at $2,040.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Medford Apartment is $1,280 at .

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Medford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Medford is starting from $2,300 at Medford Square Riverside.

What is the most affordable North Medford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Medford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,600.

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