Cheap Homes for Rent in the West Medford Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $1,000 (18 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the West Medford area of Boston.

property at 74 Sharon St

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

1 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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74 Sharon St

MedfordMA02155
property at 6 Boston Ave

$1,600 - $1,800

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$1,600 - $1,800

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$1,600 - $1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6 Boston Ave

MedfordMA02155
property at 80 Sharon St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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80 Sharon St

MedfordMA02155
property at 98 Sharon St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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98 Sharon St

MedfordMA02155
property at 4 Arizona Ter

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4 Arizona Ter, Unit 5

4 Arizona Ter
ArlingtonMA02474

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property at 14 Arizona Terrace

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

14 Arizona Terrace

ArlingtonMA02474
property at 333 Massachusetts Ave

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Oct 1

333 Massachusetts Ave

ArlingtonMA02474
property at 34 Hamilton Rd

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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34 Hamilton Rd, Unit 206

34 Hamilton Rd
ArlingtonMA02474

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property at 190 High St

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

190 High St, Unit 503

190 High St
MedfordMA02155
property at 190 High St

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

190 High St

MedfordMA02155
property at 32 Gourley Rd

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

32 Gourley Rd

MedfordMA02155
property at 46 Clewley Rd

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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46 Clewley Rd, Unit 3

46 Clewley Rd
MedfordMA02155

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West Medford, Boston, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Medford Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Legacy at Arlington Center2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat2BR,2BA$3,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Medford area is the $0.40 price per square foot 10 Pinkham Rd Model at 10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 2 in the in the North Medford neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value West Medford apartment is the 24 Chetwynd Rd Model at 24 Chetwynd Rd, Unit 2 starting at $6,150 with a $0.62 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 210 Pinkham Rd4BR,1BA$0.40
24 Chetwynd Rd, Unit 224 Chetwynd Rd5BR,1BA$0.62
24 Chetwynd Rd, Unit 224 Chetwynd Rd5BR,1BA$0.62
The Legacy at Arlington Center2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Flat2BR,2BA$2.18
82 Quincy St, Unit 282 Quincy St4BR,1BA$3.07
181 Winthrop St, Unit 1181 Winthrop St2BR,1BA$2.46
20 Dearborn St, Unit 120 Dearborn St2BR,1BA$2.27
69 Conwell Ave69 Conwell Ave2BR,1BA$2.86
67 Sterling St67 Sterling St3BR,1BA$2.96
80 Orchard St, Unit Apt 180 Orchard St2BR,1BA$2.94

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West Medford, Boston, MA

Ranked #83

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Medford

What type of rentals are currently available in West Medford?

There are currently 132 Apartments for Rent in West Medford, MA with pricing that ranges from $2,100 to $7,600. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Medford ranging from $1,050 to $8,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Medford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Medford ranges from $1,050 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,183.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Medford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Medford range from $2,600 to $4,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

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