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Last updated on September 12, 2026
Average rent in
Medford, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 12, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Medford rent stands today
Medford, MA rent rose 7.7% year over year, with a current median of $3,500/month. Renters pay $424 more per month than last year despite a 2.5% month-over-month decline from the peak in June 2026.
Vs. national rents
Medford rents run roughly 1.8× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier markets for renters. The city has 234 total rentals, with apartments making up 88.1% of the inventory.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Medford are $2,911/month, 1-bedrooms $2,200/month, and 2-bedrooms $2,900/month. Larger units reach $3,725/month for 3-bedrooms and $5,250/month for 4+ bedrooms. Houses rent for a median of $4,100/month compared to $3,448/month for apartments.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lawrence Estates and Glenwood saw rents climb 35.7% and 22.4% year over year, respectively. These gains outpace the citywide rise and reflect strong local demand in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Medford
$3,500/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Medford is $3,500 per month as of September 2026. This is 84% above the national average rent, or $1,600 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Medford
234
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Medford rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Medford, MA
Average rent prices in Medford have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Medford, MA
Rent prices in Medford vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Medford is $3,448, whereas a house costs $4,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Medford run $2,300 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,872.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,911 | 5% | 24% | |
1 bedroom | $2,200 |  5% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $2,900 | 3% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $3,725 | No Change | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $5,250 | 4% | 15% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Medford | $2,662 | |
Glenwood | $3,000 | |
Lawrence Estates | $3,800 | |
Medford Hillside | $4,195 | |
North Medford | $2,850 | |
South Medford | $3,750 | |
Wellington | $3,280 | |
West Medford | $3,200 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,448 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $3,500 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,100 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,300 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$2,911
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
24%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,900
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,725
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,250
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
15%
South Medford
Average rent
$3,750
Medford Hillside
Average rent
$4,195
Wellington
Average rent
$3,280
Glenwood
Average rent
$3,000
West Medford
Average rent
$3,200
Downtown Medford
Average rent
$2,662
North Medford
Average rent
$2,850
Lawrence Estates
Average rent
$3,800
Apartments
Average rent
$3,448
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$3,500
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$4,100
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Medford, MA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Medford, MA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Medford and Boston by all bedroom counts and property types.
Medford
84%higher than the national median
78%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Medford, MA is 4% higher than the median rent in Boston, MA.
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Discover rentals in Medford, MA
5d+ ago
Verified
74 Sharon St #1, Medford, MA 02155
1 bed
3 baths
$970
$790
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 1
4d ago
West Medford apartment for rent in Medford
115 Playstead Rd #2, Medford, MA 02155
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
South Medford townhouse for rent in Medford
3 beds
1 bath
$2,650
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Glenwood apartment for rent in Medford
42 Almont St #3R, Medford, MA 02155
3 beds
1 bath
$2,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
West Medford apartment for rent in Medford
4 beds
4.5 baths
$8,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
South Medford condo for rent in Medford
5 beds
5.5 baths
$7,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Medford Hillside apartment for rent in Medford
5 beds
2.5 baths
$7,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Medford Hillside apartment for rent in Medford
5 beds
3 baths
$7,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
14h ago
Verified
34 Brainard Ave, Medford, MA 02155
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,722–$10,630
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
50 Station Lndg, Medford, MA 02155
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,795–$17,597
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
30 Hume Ave #2, Medford, MA 02155
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
14h ago
Verified
34 Brainard Ave, Medford, MA 02155
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,722–$10,630
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2500 Mystic Valley Pkwy #805, Medford, MA 02155
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
$2,800
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Sep 5
5d+ ago
Verified
17 Stanley Ave #1, Medford, MA 02155
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
30 Hume Ave #2, Medford, MA 02155
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
17h ago
Verified
50 Station Lndg, Medford, MA 02155
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,880–$9,847
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
223 Main St #1, Medford, MA 02155
5 beds
2 baths
$4,495
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
Verified
125 Allston St, Medford, MA 02155
3 beds
1 bath
$3,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2500 Mystic Valley Pkwy #805, Medford, MA 02155
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
$2,800
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Sep 5
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Frequently asked questions for Medford, MA
Quick answers to common questions about the Medford rental market.
How much is rent in Medford?
The average rent in Medford is $3,500 per month as of September 5, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Medford?
Average rent prices in Medford have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Medford rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Medford is 84% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,600 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Medford?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Medford are Downtown Medford ($2,662/mo), North Medford ($2,850/mo), and Glenwood ($3,000/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Medford?
To comfortably afford rent in Medford, you'd need to earn approximately $140,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Medford?
January offers the lowest rents in Medford, running about 5.4% below March peak prices, while December sees the least competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).