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63 Fellsway W

53 Fellsway W

294 Spring Street Ext, Unit #5
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295 Spring Street Ext, Unit 5

303 Spring Street Ext, Unit 3

5 Edgar Terrace

23 Granite St

48 Moulton Rd

13 Montrose St

31 Plymouth St

91 Belmont St

22 Austin St

70 Park St

258 Highland Ave

104 W Emerson St, Unit 6

15 Highland Ave, Unit G-C

104 W Emerson St

Parkwood Apartments

349 Pleasant St

Brattle Drive Apartments

11 Langmaid Ave, Unit #C3

42 Cambridge Rd, Unit #303

9 Hancock St

15 Washington St S, Unit 512

525 Highland Ave

30 Hancock St

2 Somerville Ave, Unit 4

25 Oakland Ave

22 Saint Mary St, Unit 19
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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Cheap Medford Studio Apartments | $2,665 | $1,600 | $7,553 |
Cheap Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,032 | $1,100 | $9,729 |
Cheap Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,558 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,114 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,010 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,851 | $995 | $8,800 |
Medford 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,802 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Medford, MA
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Medford, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Medford Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Wellington Medford | $6,250 | $2,150 | 16260 |
North Medford | $7,975 | $1,695 | 507 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Medford, MA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Medford apartment is the 368 Broadway Model at 368 Broadway, Unit 2R starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Medford apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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456 Salem St, Unit 6 | 456 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 | 8 Goodman Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
77 Fairfax St, Unit B | 77 Fairfax St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
114 Perkins St, Unit 10 | 114 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
96 Winthrop St, Unit 1 | 96 Winthrop St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
33A Harding St, Unit A | 33A Harding St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
33A Harding St, Unit A | 33A Harding St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
112 Perkins St, Unit 10 | 112 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
8 Fulkerson St, Unit BR | 8 Fulkerson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
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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 Cheap Medford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Medford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Medford is at listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Medford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Medford Apartment is $1,100 at .
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Medford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Medford is starting from $1,200 at .
What is the most affordable Medford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Medford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,200.
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.