
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Medford Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,800 (32 Rentals)
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385 Massachusetts Ave

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76 Winter St, Unit B

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Arlington Gardens Apartments

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279 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

276 Massachusetts Ave

11 Allen St

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286 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #207
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77 Fairfax St, Unit #B

11 Allen St

5 Boston Ave

385 Massachusetts Ave

1 Wyman St

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14 Cotting St, Unit 3

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71 Woods Ave, Unit 3

271 Massachusetts Ave
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47 Mystic St

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61 Bower St, Unit 2

42 Irving St

385 Massachusetts Ave

385 Massachusetts Ave

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79 Capen St, Unit 1

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340 High St, Unit 1

12 Pond Ln
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27 Holton St, Unit 1

50 Temple St

36-38-38 Dartmouth St

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The Legacy at Arlington Center

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130 Winthrop St, Unit 2

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26 Marshall St, Unit 1

Mass Ave 333-Allen Street Apartments

109 Oxford St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Medford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Medford Studio Apartments | $1,916 | $1,825 | $2,100 |
| West Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,850 | $3,000 |
| West Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
| West Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $2,600 | $4,750 |
| West Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $3,300 | $5,600 |
| West Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,585 | $4,400 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available West Medford Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Mass Ave 333-Allen Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Medford area is the $0.27 price per square foot 79 Capen St Model at 79 Capen St, Unit 1 in the in the North Medford neighborhood starting from $2,690. The second greatest value West Medford apartment is the 96 Conwell Ave Model at 96 Conwell Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Medford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79 Capen St, Unit 1 | 79 Capen St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 96 Conwell Ave, Unit 1 | 96 Conwell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 96 Conwell Ave, Unit 2 | 96 Conwell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 29 Capen St, Unit #2 | 29 Capen St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.30 |
| 96 Conwell Ave, Unit 1 | 96 Conwell Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 96 Conwell Ave, Unit 2 | 96 Conwell Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 258 Boston Ave | 258 Boston Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 2 | 10 Pinkham Rd | 4BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 2232 Mystic Valley Pky, Unit 2 | 2232 Mystic Valley Pky | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 2232 Mystic Valley Pky, Unit 2 | 2232 Mystic Valley Pky | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Medford, Boston, MA
Ranked #53
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Medford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Medford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Medford Apartment is $2,000 at Arlington Gardens Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Medford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Medford is starting from $2,200 at Arlington Gardens Apartments.
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