Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA from $900 (66 Rentals)

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6 Boston Ave

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19 Arizona Ter

ArlingtonMA02474
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Downtown Medford, Medford, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Medford, MA

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Medford area is the $0.22 price per square foot 27 Cameron Ave Model at 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Medford apartment is the 52 S Border Rd Model at 52 S Border Rd, Unit A starting at $1,875 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Wyoming neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Medford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
52 S Border Rd, Unit A52 S Border RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
52 S Border Rd, Unit A52 S Border RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
52 S Border Rd, Unit A52 S Border RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
42 Rindge Ave, Unit C42 Rindge AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
119 College Ave, Unit 36119 College AveStudio ,1BA$0.24
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-15349A Pleasant St1BR,1BA$0.20
54 S Border Rd, Unit A54 S Border Rd1BR,1BA$0.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Medford

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Medford?

There are currently 2639 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Medford, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $25,677. There are also 1318 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Medford ranging from $975 to $15,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Medford ranges from $975 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,688.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Medford range from $850 to $15,893, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,030 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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