Arrive Malden
14 Summer St,
Malden, MA 02148
$2,579 - $3,509 Total Monthly Price
1-2 Beds
Medford
Medford, MA
Area Guide
A perfect home for outdoorsy Boston commuters.
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Welcome to Medford, located six miles northwest of Boston along the Mystic River. This established community offers varied housing options, from historic properties in West Medford to newer apartment communities near Wellington Station. The rental market remains competitive, with current average rents ranging from $2,599 for studios to $4,081 for three-bedroom units, reflecting a mix of year-over-year changes across different unit sizes. The Medford Hillside area houses Tufts University's campus, while the Middlesex Fells Reservation provides over 2,000 acres of trails and natural space.
Medford's history as a shipbuilding center adds character to this riverside community. Notable landmarks include the Royall House and Slave Quarters, a significant historical site preserving an important piece of Massachusetts history. The city's neighborhoods showcase distinct architectural styles and local traditions. Transportation options include the MBTA Orange Line's Wellington Station and the recently opened Green Line Extension stations at Medford/Tufts and Ball Square, providing direct access to downtown Boston. Medford holds a special place in holiday history as the birthplace of "Jingle Bells," composed by James Pierpont, and celebrates its heritage through community events throughout the year.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Medford, MA is $2,594 for a studio, $2,839 for one bedroom, $3,318 for two bedrooms, and $4,154 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medford has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,839/month
755 Sq Ft
House
$4,747/month
2,284 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,956/month
3,683 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,159/month
2,106 Sq Ft
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
Public
Grades PK-5
391 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
552 Students
John J McGlynn Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
481 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
461 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
456 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,260 Students
Medford Vocational Technical High School
Public
Grades 9-12
257 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
18 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mystic River Reservation
- Middlesex Fells Reservation
- Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo
- Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
- Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.