Cheap Homes for Rent in North Medford Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,700 (153 Rentals)

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North Medford, Malden, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Medford Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkwood ApartmentsStudio, non-renovatedStudio,1BA$1,700
119 West Wyoming1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Medford, MA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Medford area is the $0.20 price per square foot 12 Shawmut St Model at 12 Shawmut St, Unit #1 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value North Medford apartment is the 7 Shawmut Ter Model at 7 Shawmut Ter, Unit #1 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Medford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
12 Shawmut St, Unit #112 Shawmut St1BR,1BA$0.20
7 Shawmut Ter, Unit #17 Shawmut Ter1BR,1BA$0.20
55 Forest Ave, Unit 2R55 Forest Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
8 Forest St, Unit #2018 Forest St2BR,1BA$0.26
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
50 Clark St, Unit 250 Clark St3BR,1BA$0.27
51 Mount Vernon St, Unit #551 Mount Vernon St2BR,1.5BA$0.28
29 Capen St, Unit #229 Capen St2BR,1.5BA$0.30
260 Boston Ave, Unit 1260 Boston Ave3BR,1BA$0.33
44 Watts St, Unit 2A44 Watts St3BR,1BA$0.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Medford

What type of rentals are currently available in North Medford?

There are currently 936 Apartments for Rent in North Medford, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $15,393. There are also 590 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Medford ranging from $1,700 to $9,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Medford ranges from $1,700 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,551.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Medford range from $2,500 to $15,393, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $5,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

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