Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA (2,935 Rentals)

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Medford, Medford, MA

Ranked #13

Among neighborhoods in Medford, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Medford, Medford, and the greater Boston area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have little ones? this residential submarket has now become known as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and access to highly-rated school districts.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and green spaces? Downtown Medford is a highly-rated section of town for parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is one of the finest upscale submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise pets. This part of town has a reputation as one of the A-list communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Downtown Medford Neighborhood in Medford, MA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Medford

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Medford?

There are currently 104 Studio Apartments in Downtown Medford with rent ranges from $1,595 to $6,242 with an average price of $2,605.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Medford Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Medford ranges from $1,200 to $8,945 with an average monthly rent of $3,086.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Medford cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Medford range from $2,200 to $26,565. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,630.

How expensive are Downtown Medford Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 849 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Medford on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,500 to $16,169 - averaging $3,869 for the location.

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