Luxe at Alewife
80 Cambridgepark Dr,
Cambridge, MA 02140
$2,802 - $11,482 Total Monthly Price
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 2026, the average apartment rent in Medford, MA is $2,624 for a studio, $2,861 for one bedroom, $3,375 for two bedrooms, and $4,269 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Medford has decreased by -2.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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602 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,624/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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755 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,861/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,079 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,375/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,358 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,269/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Tufts University Medford - Somerville Campus - Medford, MA (University) is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Tufts University Medford - Somerville Campus - Medford, MA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
70
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
70
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
60
/ 100
Recreation
Tufts University Medford - Somerville Campus - Medford, MA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
90
/ 100
Great Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
80
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Tufts University Medford - Somerville Campus - Medford, MA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
50
/ 100
Fair Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
40
/ 100
Fairly Noisy
Quiet Score
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
559 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
534 Students
John J McGlynn Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
498 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
424 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
439 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
438 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,210 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
Parks and Recreation
- Mystic River Reservation
- Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
- Harvard Museum of Natural History
- Mineralogical and Geological Museum
- Longfellow National Historic Site
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Commuter Rail
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Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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