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$2,349 - $3,741
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJ Malden Center
190 Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA (41 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Downtown Medford area of Medford as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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$2,685 - $5,616
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$2,685 - $5,616
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$2,685 - $5,616
Fuse
165 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,464 - $7,623
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$2,464 - $7,623
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$2,464 - $7,623
Atmark Cambridge
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$4,400 - $4,500
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now7 Cameron Apartments
7 Cameron AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,935
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 25Total Monthly Price
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$2,520
Required Monthly Fees
$415
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$2,935
1 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$7,240
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,530
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$7,200
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,860
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Studio Apartments Available Jan 31, 2026445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$4,000
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 12, 20261 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,145
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 4Total Monthly Price
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$1,770
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$2,145
485 Foley St
485 Foley StSomerville, MA 02145
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$4,840
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 8333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$4,170
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 261 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,690
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,515
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 25Total Monthly Price
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$2,160
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,515
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,510
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$3,740
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 25Total Monthly Price
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$3,300
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$3,740
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,560
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$2,120
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$2,560
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,475
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 19Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,130
Required Monthly Fees
$345
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$2,475
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,555
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 19Total Monthly Price
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$3,140
Required Monthly Fees
$415
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$3,555
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$3,290
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 25Total Monthly Price
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$2,910
Required Monthly Fees
$380
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$3,290
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,290
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 25Total Monthly Price
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$2,910
Required Monthly Fees
$380
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$3,290
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,625
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3Total Monthly Price
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$2,250
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$2,625
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,625
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3Total Monthly Price
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$2,250
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$2,625
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,510
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Studio Apartments Available May 4, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,130
Required Monthly Fees
$380
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$3,510
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$4,830
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 11, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$4,390
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$4,830
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,355
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 4, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,980
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$3,355
485 Foley St
485 Foley StSomerville, MA 02145
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$4,480
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,890
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 4333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$4,000
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,560
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$4,000
90 Fawcett St
90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,765
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 18Total Monthly Price
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$2,410
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,765
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$3,635
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,280
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$3,635
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,635
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,280
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$3,635
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,990
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 25Total Monthly Price
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$2,550
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$2,990
1 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,075
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,720
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$4,075
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,855
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 18Total Monthly Price
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$2,500
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,855
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$3,045
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
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$2,690
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$355
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$3,045
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,125
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Studio Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,780
Required Monthly Fees
$345
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$3,125
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,465
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,110
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$3,465
1 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,955
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 12, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,540
Required Monthly Fees
$415
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$3,955
400 Mystic Ave
400 Mystic AveSomerville, MA 02145
80 Fawcett St
CambridgeMA02138
80 Fawcett St
CambridgeMA02138
333 Great River Rd
SomervilleMA02145
445 Artisan Way
SomervilleMA02145
7 Cameron Ave
CambridgeMA02140
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Downtown Medford, Medford, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Medford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Medford Studio Apartments | $2,541 | $1,575 | $3,680 |
| Downtown Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,911 | $800 | $6,758 |
| Downtown Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,385 | $1,350 | $9,056 |
| Downtown Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $2,300 | $6,974 |
| Downtown Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,650 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,843 | $2,550 | $7,995 |
| Downtown Medford 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,949 | $5,945 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around the Downtown Medford Neighborhood in Medford, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
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52 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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48 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Downtown Medford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown Medford?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown Medford is at J Malden Center listed at $2,349.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown Medford Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown Medford is $4,149.
What is the largest Short-term Downtown Medford Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Medford is a 1,383 square feet unit starting from $2,685 at Fuse.
What is the average size for Downtown Medford Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown Medford is currently at 798 sq ft.
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