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288 Boston Ave
288 Boston Ave, Medford, MA 02155, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$3,600–$4,400The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds3–4
Baths1
Sqft–
modified
5+ Days Ago

Highlights

  • laundry in building
  • hardwood floors throughout
  • clean, updated bathroom

Units

288 Boston Ave Medford, MA

Available

3A

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,600

Listed on 03/27/2026
Listed by Jen Rothbart
Days on market: 38
Awesome opportunity for students, roommates, or professionals! This bright and freshly updated 3-bed, 1-bath apartment sits in a highly desirable Medford location, just moments from Tufts University and local transit. Key Features: Four good-sized bedrooms with plenty of light and closet space Large living room, perfect for relaxing or entertaining Functional kitchen with ample cabinets and counter space Clean, updated bathroom Hardwood floors throughout Laundry in building On-street parking available Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $3,600 Security Deposit: $3,600 Application Fee: $50 Disclaimer: *This listing information is provided for informational purposes only. *Accessing, viewing, or interacting with this listing by a broker or salesperson does not create, imply, or validate any contractual relationship or fee obligation with the landlord or listing agent. *Any broker fee, if applicable, shall ONLY be paid by the party (lessor or tenant) who origina

Available

3

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,400

Listed on 04/11/2026
Listed by Jen Rothbart
Days on market: 23
Awesome opportunity for students, roommates, or professionals! This bright and freshly updated 4-bed, 1-bath apartment sits in a highly desirable Medford location, just moments from Tufts University and local transit. Key Features: Four good-sized bedrooms with plenty of light and closet space Large living room, perfect for relaxing or entertaining Functional kitchen with ample cabinets and counter space Clean, updated bathroom Hardwood floors throughout Laundry in building On-street parking available Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $4,400 Security Deposit: $4,400 Application Fee: $50 Disclaimer: *This listing information is provided for informational purposes only. *Accessing, viewing, or interacting with this listing by a broker or salesperson does not create, imply, or validate any contractual relationship or fee obligation with the landlord or listing agent. *Any broker fee, if applicable, shall ONLY be paid by the party (lessor or tenant) who origina

Occupied Units

Available - Jun 1, 2026

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,600

Listed by Ted Fairchild-Stuart St James Inc
Days on market: 39
Property Id: 2336583 Enjoy your walk to campus from 288 Boston Ave. A stylish 3BR/1BA with nice covered porch and shared yard, and garage spaces (1st come first served for garage parking). Shared laundry in the basement. Tenants pay all utilities including water. (Landlord pays for sewar and garbage removal). Schedule a tour soon.

Occupied

4 Beds, 1 Bath

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,400

Listed by Spacious 4 Bed
Days on market: 72
This spacious 4-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers a comfortable and functional layout in a highly desirable Medford location. The unit features generously sized bedrooms, a bright living area, and plenty of natural light throughout. The eat-in kitchen provides ample cabinet space and room for dining. Conveniently located near Tufts campus, public transportation, shops, restaurants, and local parks, this apartment offers easy access to both Medford Square and surrounding neighborhoods.

Amenities for 288 Boston Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Garage Parking
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Policies at 288 Boston Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 288 Boston Ave

HomeApartments in MedfordMedford Hillside 288 Boston Ave #3, Medford, MA 02155, USA

Explore the charm of Medford Hillside at 288 Boston Ave, Medford, MA 02155. This property offers 4 units, with options for 3 or 4 bedrooms. Residents can enjoy the convenience of laundry in the building, the elegance of hardwood floors throughout, and the comfort of clean, updated bathrooms. Additional amenities include on-street parking and on-site laundry. With a focus on long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation. One of the standout features of this property is the absence of fees, making it an attractive option for renters. Note that this property is not pet-friendly.

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Address details

Units4
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02155

Property highlights

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Rent trends in Medford

3-bedroom apartments at 288 Boston Ave #3 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Medford Hillside.

4-bedroom apartments at 288 Boston Ave #3 cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Medford Hillside.

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A table of studio rental data trends in Medford
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,800
June 2024$2,206
July 2024$2,336
August 2024$1,917
September 2024$1,867
October 2024$1,889
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$2,368
January 2025$1,750
February 2025$1,725
March 2025$1,735
April 2025$1,822
May 2025$1,869
June 2025$1,772
July 2025$1,733
August 2025$1,814
September 2025$1,834
October 2025$1,887
November 2025$2,422
December 2025$2,498
January 2026$2,221
February 2026$2,044
March 2026$1,831
April 2026$1,806
May 2026$1,775
A table of studio rental data trends in Medford Hillside
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,595
December 2024$1,595
May 2025$2,500

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 288 Boston Ave, Medford, MA.
This month$4,4004 bed1 bath
Last month$3,6004 bed1 bath
3 months ago$4,5004 bed1 bath
3 months ago$4,4004 bed1 bath

Schools near 288 Boston Ave #3

Brooks School

388 high st

medford, MA, 2155

PK, K-5Public
B

Medford High School

489 winthrop st

medford, MA, 2155

PK, 9-12Public
B

John J. McGlynn Elementary School

3002 mystic valley pkwy

medford, MA, 2155

PK, K-5Public
B-

Missituk Elementary School

37 hicks ave

medford, MA, 2155

PK, K-5Public
B-

Roberts Elementary School

35 court st

medford, MA, 2155

PK, K-5Public
B-
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Getting around Medford near 288 Boston Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 288 Boston Ave, Medford

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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