South Medford

Medford, MA

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South Medford - Medford, MA

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The ideal Medford neighborhood for families and commuters

River Parks Commuter Urban Family-Friendly

Located along Mystic River and Interstate 93, South Medford is an ideal neighborhood for outdoor recreation and quick commutes. Barry Park is one of South Medford’s community green spaces, offering picnic areas and playgrounds, while Columbus Memorial Park offers ball fields and a basketball court. South Medford is home to a section of Tufts University, so this urban neighborhood has a college town vibe and is home to several historic sites.

With family-friendly amenities and safe residential streets, South Medford is a welcoming community that’s supportive of its fellow residents. Residents enjoy the neighborhood’s local treasures and small businesses like Oasis Café & Bakery and Bob’s Italian Foods. South Medford is just three miles north of Cambridge and five miles northwest of Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in South Medford is $943 for a studio, $1,657 for one bedroom, and $1,022 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Medford has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

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  • $943/month

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  • 1 BR

  • 479 sq ft

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  • $1,657/month

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  • 2 BR

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  • $1,022/month

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Transportation

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Very Walkable

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

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Very Bikeable

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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mystic River Reservation
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History
  • Mineralogical and Geological Museum
  • Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
  • Longfellow National Historic Site

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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