
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA from $400 (104 Rentals)
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22 High St, Unit 14

12 Washington Pl, Unit 507

21 Bradlee Rd

86 Maple St

47 Broadway

51 Dartmouth St

464 Broadway, Unit 1

26 Heath Rd

7 Harris Cir
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19 Arizona Ter, Unit 4

19 Arizona Ter, Unit 4

19 Arizona Ter

96 Maple St, Unit 3

86 Maple St, Unit 4

39 Wyoming Ave

88 Maple St, Unit 1

95 Maple St, Unit 3

90 Albion St

12 Arizona Terrace

90 Maple St, Unit 3

94 Maple St, Unit 3

2 Malden St, Unit 2R

64 Forest St

9 Wildwood Rd

10 Chester St, Unit 44

2 Malden St

49 Broadway, Unit #6

15 Washington St S, Unit 109

16 Chester St, Unit 24

96 Maple St

92 Maple St

90 Maple St

5 Haskell St, Unit 34

94 Maple St

88 Maple St

11 Murdock St, Unit 1-8

90 Albion St, Unit 1

97 College Ave

32 Hamilton Rd

7 Arizona Ter, Unit 2

5 Blake St, Unit 8

5 Blake St, Unit 7

119 College Ave, Unit 36

422 High St, Unit 30

86 Maple St, Unit 1

86 Maple St, Unit 1

20 Hamilton Rd

5 Chester St, Unit 24

79 Capen St
Downtown Medford, Medford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Medford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Medford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,255 | $2,100 | $4,995 |
Downtown Medford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,949 | $420 | $7,200 |
Downtown Medford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,132 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Medford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,009 | $3,600 | $7,995 |
Downtown Medford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,669 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 104 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Medford, MA
As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Medford area is the $0.21 price per square foot 90 Albion St Model at 90 Albion St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown Medford apartment is the 77 Fairfax St Model at 77 Fairfax St, Unit B starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the North Medford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Medford apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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90 Albion St, Unit 1 | 90 Albion St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
77 Fairfax St, Unit B | 77 Fairfax St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
16 Chester St, Unit 32 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
54 West St, Unit #19 | 54 West St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
3 Forest St, Unit #202 | 3 Forest St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
28A Cherry St, Unit 1 | 28A Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
17 Ames St, Unit 1 | 17 Ames St | 3BR,1BA | $0.22 |
69 Washington St, Unit #18 | 69 Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B | 27 Cameron Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
456 Salem St, Unit 6 | 456 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Medford
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Medford?
There are currently 3925 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Medford, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $16,624. There are also 1393 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Medford ranging from $420 to $14,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Medford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Medford ranges from $420 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,426.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Medford?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Medford range from $2,200 to $16,624, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $420 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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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