Luxe at Alewife
80 Cambridgepark Dr,
Cambridge, MA 02140
$2,669 - $13,558 | Studio - 3 Beds
Tufts University
Medford, MA
Tufts University Medford - Somerville Campus - Medford, MA
Area Guide
First-class educational environment at the doorstep of Boston
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A key member of the Boston area’s academic community since 1852, Tufts University has built a prestigious reputation as one of the finest institutions in the nation. A relatively small facility, Tufts enrolls an almost equal number of undergraduates and postgraduate students, with all freshmen and sophomores required to live on campus. Tufts is widely known for its emphasis on global perspectives, with its Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy serving as the oldest international relations graduate school, and huge numbers of students studying abroad.
Tufts University’s hometown of Medford straddles the line between the greater Boston urban landscape and the outlying natural environments. Middlesex Fells Reservation is a huge nature preserve on the north side of town, offering peace and tranquility whenever you want to get away from the hectic pace of the city. Alternatively, MBTA service can get you to Downtown Boston in thirty minutes, allowing you to easily take advantage of the rich culture and exceptional attractions in one of America’s most vibrant and historic cities.
Closer to home, Somerville’s Davis Square area is a local hub for everything from dining to entertainment: catch a flick at the Somerville Theatre, or enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee at Diesel Café. The neighborhoods surrounding Tufts are filled with great rental options, making it easy to find the perfect apartment, house, or condo with a short walk of campus.
Rent Trends
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Medford, MA is $2,408 for a studio, $2,856 for one bedroom, $3,299 for two bedrooms, and $3,992 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medford has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
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Studio
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600 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,408/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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757 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,856/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,073 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,299/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,343 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,992/month
Average Rent
Transportation
81
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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
Public
Grades PK-5
547 Students
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Public
Grades PK-5
391 Students
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Public
Grades PK-5
552 Students
3
John J Mcglynn Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
481 Students
3
Public
Grades 6-8
461 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
456 Students
4
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,260 Students
5
Medford Vocational Technical High School
Public
Grades 9-12
257 Students
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 9-12
18 Students
Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Mystic River Reservation
- Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
- Harvard Museum of Natural History
- Mineralogical and Geological Museum
- Longfellow National Historic Site
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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