Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA from $1,400 (180 Rentals)

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LOCUST STREET
2 Bedroom Apartments

LOCUST STREET

27 Locust StMedford, MA 02155

Downtown Medford, Medford, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Medford, MA

As of March 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Medford area is the $0.22 price per square foot 1270 Broadway Model at 1270 Broadway, Unit 3 in the in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Medford apartment is the 90 Albion St Model at 90 Albion St, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Medford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1270 Broadway, Unit 31270 Broadway1BR,1BA$0.22
90 Albion St, Unit 190 Albion StStudio ,1BA$0.22
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
450 Salem St, Unit 7450 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.18
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
69 Washington St, Unit #1869 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.20
130 Washington St, Unit 1130 Washington StStudio ,1BA$0.20
24 Park Ave, Unit 1B24 Park Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
24 Park Ave, Unit 1B24 Park Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Medford, Medford, MA

Ranked #13

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Medford Neighborhood in Medford, MA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Medford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Medford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Medford is at The Princeton listed at $2,050.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Medford Apartment is $1,500 at .

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Medford is starting from $2,250 at 45 Moreland St.

What is the most affordable Downtown Medford Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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