
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Medford Neighborhood of Medford, MA from $1,200 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Medford area of Medford.


208 Main St

12 Brooks Park

3 Forest St

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121 Winthrop St, Unit #1

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Mystic Place

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14 Cotting St, Unit 3
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260 Main St

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3 Dudley St, Unit 1

122 Bowdoin St

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Lumiere

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71 Winchester St, Unit 1

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71 Winchester St, Unit 1

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71 Winchester St
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115 Windsor Rd, Unit 1

Medford Square Riverside

Windsor Mystic River

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116 College Ave, Unit 4

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872 Broadway, Unit 205

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543 Broadway, Unit 2T

101 Rogers Ave
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482 Broadway

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132 Highland Rd, Unit 33

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549 Broadway, Unit 2T

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90 Wallace St, Unit 2

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90 Wallace St, Unit 2

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90 Wallace St, Unit 90 Wallace Street

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543 Broadway, Unit 543A
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90 Wallace St, Unit 2T

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131 Josephine Ave, Unit 3

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 | $2,217 | $1,850 | $2,604 |
| South Medford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $2,050 | $4,175 |
| South Medford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $2,350 | $5,950 |
| South Medford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,571 | $2,500 | $5,295 |
| South Medford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,596 | $3,000 | $6,500 |
| South Medford 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,206 | $1,200 | $7,995 |
| South Medford 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,158 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 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 H | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
| Lumiere | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Medford, MA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Medford area is the $0.26 price per square foot 90 Wallace St Model at 90 Wallace St, Unit 2 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value South Medford apartment is the 6 Hinckley St Model at 6 Hinckley St, Unit 1 starting at $3,300 with a $0.33 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 2 | 90 Wallace St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 6 Hinckley St, Unit 1 | 6 Hinckley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 276 Main St, Unit 2 | 276 Main St | 4BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 55 Moreland St, Unit 55 | 55 Moreland St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 107 College Ave, Unit #22 | 107 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 108 College Ave, Unit #29 | 108 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 543 Broadway, Unit 543A | 543 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 90 Wallace St, Unit 2 | 90 Wallace St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2 | 131 Josephine Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 3 Dudley St, Unit 1 | 3 Dudley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Medford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Medford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Medford is at Lumiere listed at $2,440.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Medford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Medford Apartment is $2,345 at Mystic Place.
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