
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA from $1,900 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Medford area of Medford.


3 Forest St

260 Main St

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14 Cotting St, Unit 3

Mystic Place

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Lumiere

8 Bennett St

558 Main St
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600 Main St

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325 Main St, Unit 3

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578 Main St, Unit 578

407 Main St

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28 Clark St, Unit 1

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26 Marshall St, Unit 1

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130 Winthrop St, Unit 2

Medford Square Riverside
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96 College Ave, Unit #7

509 Medford St

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872 Broadway

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482 Broadway

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90 Wallace St, Unit 2T

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28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R

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131 Josephine Ave, Unit 3
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543 Broadway

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549 Broadway, Unit 2T

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116 College Ave

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543 Broadway, Unit 2

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48 Powder House Blvd, Unit 3

48 Powder House Blvd

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37 Josephine Ave

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543 Broadway, Unit 543
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543 Broadway

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107 College Ave, Unit #22

119 College Ave
South Medford, Medford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Medford?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Medford Studio Apartments | $2,389 | $1,950 | $2,659 |
| South Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $2,050 | $4,300 |
| South Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,381 | $2,350 | $5,950 |
| South Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,815 | $2,700 | $5,295 |
| South Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,884 | $3,000 | $6,750 |
| South Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,293 | $4,500 | $7,995 |
| South Medford 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,515 | $5,300 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA.
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Cheapest Available South Medford Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mystic Place | 1 Bedroom AB | 1BR,1BA | $2,396 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Medford, MA
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Medford area is the $0.25 price per square foot 90 Wallace St Model at 90 Wallace St, Unit 2T in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South Medford apartment is the 28 Hinckley St Model at 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Medford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Wallace St, Unit 2T | 90 Wallace St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R | 28 Hinckley St | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
| 549 Broadway, Unit 2T | 549 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 543 Broadway, Unit 2 | 543 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 107 College Ave, Unit #22 | 107 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 108 College Ave, Unit #29 | 108 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 55 Moreland St, Unit 55 | 55 Moreland St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2 | 131 Josephine Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2 | 131 Josephine Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 6 Hinckley St, Unit 1 | 6 Hinckley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Medford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Medford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Medford Apartment is $2,396 at Mystic Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Medford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Medford is starting from $2,860 at Mystic Place.
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