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Rental Market Trends in Medford, NY

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Medford, NY is $2,840/month.

Rent in Medford is 71% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,840/month

Average Rent

1,019 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.8%

Change / Year

123

Available Apartments

Medford rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Medford average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Medford average $2,840 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Medford average $3,110 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Medford average $4,761 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,840/month
1,019 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,110/month
1,097 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,761/month
1,573 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Medford, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $81 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Medford, NY

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Medford, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Medford, NY?

Because the average rent in Medford is $2,840, you’ll want to make about $9,466 per month or $113,592 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Medford, NY

123 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Medford, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Medford, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Holtsville

    Holtsville

    Avg Rent: $2,420/month

  • Farmingville

    Farmingville

    Avg Rent: $3,360/month

  • Yaphank

    Yaphank

    Avg Rent: $2,901/month

  • East Patchogue

    East Patchogue

    Avg Rent: $2,546/month

  • Coram

    Coram

    Avg Rent: $2,424/month

Apartment Communities in Medford We Think You'll Love

Rosemont Brookhaven

Rosemont Brookhaven

1220 Orchid Cir,
Bellport Village, NY 11713

1-3 Beds | $2,812 - $3,931

Renaissance Bay

Renaissance Bay

200 La Bonne Vie Dr,
Patchogue, NY 11772

1-2 Beds | $2,450 - $3,025

Fairfield Hills South At Farmingville

Fairfield Hills South At Farmingville

1-202 Overlook Dr,
Farmingville, NY 11738

1-2 Beds | $3,395 - $3,760

Sutton Landing at Patchogue

Sutton Landing at Patchogue

1000 Sutton Ct,
East Patchogue, NY 11772

2 Beds | $3,400 - $3,450

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Medford?

The average rent in Medford is $2,840 per month, which is 70.6% higher than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Medford?

Rents in Medford, NY are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $81 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Medford?

In Medford, NY, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Medford Rental Trends

Methodology

† 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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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