1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Medford, MA (1,392 Rentals)

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Medford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Medford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Medford Studio Apartments | $2,652 | $1,400 | $7,159 |
Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $1,175 | $8,820 |
Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,490 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,006 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,816 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,875 | $995 | $8,800 |
Medford 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,885 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
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Medford 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: March 06, 2025There are currently 8401 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Medford, MA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,800 to $6,662. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Medford with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Wellington Medford | 8285 | $2,857 | $2,305 |
North Medford | 116 | $1,925 | $1,800 |
Cheapest Available Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Elmwood Apartments | Studio 250 sf | $1,500 |
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Medford Overview
Medford, MA is located just a few miles to the northwest of Boston. In fact, Medford may just be the most popular of that metro's suburbs for those who want to be close to the city but enjoy a more suburban and even, in some places, rural lifestyle. That's because those living in Medford apartments and homes are often just blocks away from fantastic outdoor havens like Middlesex Fells Reservation. This city is also renowned for being home to the prestigious Tufts University and premier arts avenues like Chevalier Theatre.á
Why live in Medford, MA?
Medford apartments and homes are quite possibly the best places to live for those individuals who love the outdoors but also want to be close to city amenities for work and play. That's because, while downtown Medford, MA is less than five miles from downtown Boston (yes, really!), it's also mere minutes from some of the area's greatest outdoor spaces. Just a few blocks north of downtown Medford, MA is the incredible Middlesex Fells Reservation, a verifiable natural haven that features thousands of acres of hiking and biking trails, swimming lakes, and much more.á
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Getting Around Medford, MA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Medford Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Medford with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Medford is at Elmwood Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Medford Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Medford is $2,999.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Medford Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Medford is a square feet unit at .
What is the average size for Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Medford is currently 712 sq ft.
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