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Medford, MA

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A perfect home for outdoorsy Boston commuters.

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Medford apartments are ideal for anyone who wants (or needs) to be close to Boston proper but feels more at home surrounded by nature—the sprawling Middlesex Fells Reservation sits on the north side of town, giving residents a massive playground with over 100 miles of trails through hills and forests. The reservation is extremely popular for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing, and even cross-country skiing.

The presence of the prestigious Tufts University on the south side of town contributes to a strong academic community in Medford, and several museums and historical landmarks add to the city’s appeal for folks who appreciate a mentally stimulating environment. MBTA bus service and I-93 make it easy to get around and enjoy the resources and attractions of Boston at your leisure.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Medford, MA is $2,400 for a studio, $2,848 for one bedroom, $3,277 for two bedrooms, and $3,935 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medford has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,848/month
757 Sq Ft
House
$5,368/month
2,834 Sq Ft
Condo
$4,055/month
3,642 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,681/month
2,695 Sq Ft
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Transportation

81

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

50

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

66

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Brooks School

Public

Grades PK-5

547 Students

8
out of 10

Missituk Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

391 Students

4
out of 10

Roberts Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

552 Students

3
out of 10

John J Mcglynn Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

481 Students

3
out of 10

John J. Mcglynn Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

461 Students

5
out of 10

Andrews Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

456 Students

4
out of 10

Medford High

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,260 Students

5
out of 10

Medford Vocational Technical High School

Public

Grades 9-12

257 Students

Rating Unavailable

Curtis-Tufts High School

Public

Grades 9-12

18 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mystic River Reservation
  • Middlesex Fells Reservation
  • Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo
  • Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
  • Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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