
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Medford Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,600 (29 Rentals)
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74 Sharon St

6 Boston Ave

98 Sharon St

4 Arizona Ter, Unit 5

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77 Fairfax St

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77 Fairfax St, Unit #B
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333 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 11

333 Massachusetts Ave

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115 Playstead Rd, Unit 2

34 Hamilton Rd, Unit 206

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Arlington Gardens

49 Broadway, Unit 9

385 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1
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20 Dearborn St, Unit 1

117 Auburn St

67 Greenleaf Ave

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67 Sterling St

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80 Orchard St, Unit Apt 1

455 Massachusetts Ave

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The Legacy at Arlington Center
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14 Arizona Terrace

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122 Warren St

184 Winthrop St, Unit 2
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West Medford, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Medford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Medford Studio Apartments | $2,614 | $2,100 | $3,350 |
| West Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $2,200 | $3,000 |
| West Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $2,200 | $4,200 |
| West Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,487 | $2,600 | $4,750 |
| West Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,387 | $3,400 | $6,000 |
| West Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,996 | $4,450 | $7,600 |
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Cheapest Available West Medford Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Gardens | 1B1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Medford area is the $0.33 price per square foot 77 Fairfax St Model at 77 Fairfax St in the in the North Medford neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value West Medford apartment is the 10 Pinkham Rd Model at 10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 2 starting at $4,000 with a $0.40 price per square foot in the North Medford 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Fairfax St | 77 Fairfax St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 2 | 10 Pinkham Rd | 4BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 24 Chetwynd Rd, Unit 2 | 24 Chetwynd Rd | 5BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| 17 Tesla Ave, Unit #2 | 17 Tesla Ave | 6BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| The Legacy at Arlington Center | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 18 Silk St | 18 Silk St | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| 20 Dearborn St, Unit 1 | 20 Dearborn St | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 69 Conwell Ave | 69 Conwell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 67 Sterling St | 67 Sterling St | 3BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| 80 Orchard St, Unit Apt 1 | 80 Orchard St | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Medford, Boston, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Medford 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 $3,700 at The Legacy at Arlington Center.
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