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Pet Friendly
Location
78 Bowdoin St #2, Medford, MA 02155, USA|South Medford
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Property Overview
78 Bowdoin St #2 offers a balanced mix of practical appeal and standout details, with features that support comfortable everyday living. It may especially appeal to buyers seeking a well-located home with useful amenities and a strong overall value proposition.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Central heat
- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 78 Bowdoin St #2, South Medford
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Deck | Hardwood Floor |
| Office |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 78 Bowdoin St #2
***Ask me for the 3D Tour*** This beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers modern living at its finest, featuring Central A/C, hardwood floors, modern kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a charming front porch, and a stunning exterior on a corner lot with laundry in basement. In addition to the spacious bedrooms, there is a small bonus room perfect for use as an office or study space. Ideal for Tufts students and young professionals alike, it's just a short distance to campus and the Medford/Tufts Green Line station, making commuting a breeze. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking with two tandem spots ($75/mo per car). Don’t miss this prime location with easy access to local amenities! A/C Dishwasher Disposal Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Hardwood Floors Laundry in Building Parking available Pet Friendly Porch Yard Pet breed, size or number of pets allowed may apply. Applicable fees apply. Pricing and terms subject to change. Sq Ft is Approx. Ref# 78-2-155 The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources, including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. First Month's Rent: $5,200 Last Month's Rent: $5,200 Security Deposit: $5,200 Lock & Key Fee: $0 Total: $15,600 Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. Additional fees (non-mandatory): Cat Rent: $35 Dog Rent: $75 Parking Fee:$75 Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. In compliance with the new Massachusetts regulation—940 CMR 38.00 (the “Junk Fee” rule), the move-in costs charged by Encore Realty are: Brokerage Fee: $0.00
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 78 Bowdoin St, Medford, MA 02155, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 miles away
- Central heat
- This address offers a climate controlled environment
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Medford |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02155 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South Medford
4-bedroom apartments at 78 Bowdoin St #2 cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Medford.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
South Medford
Medford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,490 |
| December 2024 | $4,400 |
| January 2025 | $4,400 |
| February 2025 | $4,475 |
| March 2025 | $4,548 |
| April 2025 | $4,467 |
| May 2025 | $4,362 |
| June 2025 | $4,360 |
| July 2025 | $4,400 |
| August 2025 | $4,400 |
| September 2025 | $4,610 |
| October 2025 | $4,942 |
| November 2025 | $4,840 |
| December 2025 | $4,698 |
| January 2026 | $4,664 |
| February 2026 | $4,522 |
| March 2026 | $4,542 |
| April 2026 | $4,498 |
| May 2026 | $4,509 |
| June 2026 | $4,573 |
| July 2026 | $4,487 |
| August 2026 | $4,429 |
| September 2026 | $4,887 |
| October 2026 | $5,132 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,190 |
| December 2024 | $4,375 |
| January 2025 | $4,281 |
| February 2025 | $4,240 |
| March 2025 | $4,242 |
| April 2025 | $4,243 |
| May 2025 | $4,300 |
| June 2025 | $4,312 |
| July 2025 | $4,390 |
| August 2025 | $4,753 |
| September 2025 | $5,190 |
| October 2025 | $5,400 |
| November 2025 | $5,232 |
| December 2025 | $5,131 |
| January 2026 | $4,995 |
| February 2026 | $4,966 |
| March 2026 | $4,612 |
| April 2026 | $4,525 |
| May 2026 | $4,498 |
| June 2026 | $4,473 |
| July 2026 | $4,400 |
| August 2026 | $4,540 |
| September 2026 | $5,075 |
| October 2026 | $5,200 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 78 Bowdoin St #2?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$208,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $208,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,200.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $5,200 | 4 bed | 4 bath | ||
| Last month | $5,200 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $5,200 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $5,200 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $5,250 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $5,425 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $5,600 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $5,600 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $5,600 | 4 bed | 2 bath |
Neighborhood
South Medford | Medford, MA
Getting around Medford near 78 Bowdoin St #2
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
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
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 78 Bowdoin St #2, Medford
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Explore the area around 78 Bowdoin St #2
Uniao Meat Market
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Rosemary's Corp
565 Main St
Ebisuya Japanese Market
65 Riverside Ave
H Mart
240 Elm St
J C Ynoa Market Inc
8 Salem St
Jason Anthony Formal Wear
368 Main St
The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center
487 Broadway
The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center
483 Broadway
Bride 'n' Belle Boutique
141 Main St
Body Toppers Inc
407 Mystic Ave
Grounder Cafe
394 Main St
True Grounds
717 Broadway
Dunkin'
850 Broadway
Jam Cafe
Dunkin'
275 Mystic Ave
The Pub
682 Broadway
The Dark Horse Public House
499 Broadway
Olde Magoun's Saloon
518 Medford St
Pepi's Pizzeria
516B Medford St
PJ Ryans
239 Holland St
Lacascia's Bakery & Deli
418 Main St
Modern Pastry
20 Fleming St
Lyndell's Bakery
720 Broadway
Sweet Spot Bakery LLC
720 Broadway
Colette Bakery LLC
509 Main St
Tufts Alumni Fields
Tufts Park
Powderhouse Square
Tufts University Fields
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May's Cafe
367 Main St
New Oasis Brazilian Restaurant II
373 Main St
Oasis Brazilian Steakhouse
373 Main St
Oasis Cafe & Bakery
377 Main St
Oasis Restaurant
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