Apartments for Rent in Medford, MA Under $1,200 (5 Rentals)
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Medford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Medford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Medford Studio Apartments | $2,676 | $1,650 | $7,262 |
Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,048 | $945 | $10,000+ |
Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,711 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,767 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,651 | $1,025 | $9,000 |
Medford 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,215 | $950 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Medford, MA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Medford
How much are Studio apartments in Medford?
There are currently 356 Studio Apartments in Medford with rent ranges from $1,650 to $7,262 with an average price of $2,676.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Medford Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Medford ranges from $945 to $29,690 with an average monthly rent of $3,048.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Medford cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Medford range from $1,800 to $26,565. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,711.
How expensive are Medford Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,851 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Medford on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $15,393 - averaging $4,045 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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