Cheap Homes for Rent in Medford Hillside Neighborhood of Medford, MA from $900 (20 Rentals)

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property at 34 Hume Ave

34 Hume Ave

MedfordMA02155
property at 79 Capen St

79 Capen St

MedfordMA02155

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property at 56 Gordon St

56 Gordon St, Unit 1

56 Gordon St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 349 Boston Ave

349 Boston Ave

MedfordMA02155

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property at 20 Burget Ave

20 Burget Ave

MedfordMA02155
property at 16 Orchard St

16 Orchard St

MedfordMA02155
property at 56 Gordon St

56 Gordon St

SomervilleMA02144

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Medford Hillside, Medford, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Medford Hillside, MA

As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Medford Hillside area is the $0.18 price per square foot 54 West St Model at 54 West St, Unit #19 in the in the North Medford neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Medford Hillside apartment is the 79 Capen St Model at 79 Capen St, Unit 1 starting at $2,690 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the North Medford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Medford Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
79 Capen St, Unit 179 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.27
75 Capen St, Unit 175 Capen St2BR,1BA$0.28
11 Ware St, Unit 211 Ware St2BR,1BA$0.34
125 Hillsdale Rd, Unit 1125 Hillsdale Rd3BR,1BA$0.39
10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 210 Pinkham Rd4BR,1BA$0.40
10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 210 Pinkham Rd4BR,1BA$0.40
291 Alewife Brook Pky, Unit 1291 Alewife Brook Pky4BR,2BA$0.40
10 Pinkham Rd, Unit 210 Pinkham Rd4BR,1BA$2.18
52 West St, Unit #1952 West St1BR,1BA$1.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Medford Hillside

What type of rentals are currently available in Medford Hillside?

There are currently 329 Apartments for Rent in Medford Hillside, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,020 to $10,400. There are also 194 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Medford Hillside ranging from $955 to $9,200.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Medford Hillside ranges from $955 to $9,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,215.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Medford Hillside range from $2,850 to $4,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $4,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,425.

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