20 Benton Rd # 2, Medford MA 02155
Medford, MA 02155 • Tufts University
$5,700
$4,995/mo
About this home
A very large 5 bedroom 2 full bath two-level rental apartment located on Benton Rd on the Somerville/Medford line and just steps to Tufts University and Davis Sq. The unit includes two floors of living space, in-unit washer/dryer, 5 large bedrooms, two full updated baths, a bonus room/office, a large living area and separate dining room, eat-in kitchen, ceiling fans, along with 2 separate sun porches! The property is extremely close to Tufts, Broadway, Davis Square, and the MBTA Red and Green Lines. Also very accessible to Cambridge, Somerville, and I-93. Students ok. No pets. Street parking. The unit is currently available, and the owner will begin a 12+ month lease anytime from the current date to 9/1/26.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
12.4%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jun 20, 2026
$4,995
$705
(-12.37%)
From $5,700 to $4,995 (-12.4%)
Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2026
$5,700
Original listing
Agent: Benjamin Carroll
Office: BENJAMIN Apartments + Cityside Homes
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,995 | $705 | - | From $5,700 to $4,995 (-12.4%) |
| 06/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $5,700 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
1,800 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$4,995
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferences
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
July Or Aug
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,800 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
2
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,800 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
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Parking & Garage
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Nearby Schools
School District
Medford School District local
B+
School Safety
2024-25
1.0%
Low
0.8%
Suspensions
0.1%
In-School
0.2%
Emergency
4.5% below state avg
Elementary Schools
6 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Raphael Elementary School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Missituk Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#300 of 824
|
Score: 50.8
Improved 77 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
418 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B-
John J McGlynn Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#422 of 824
|
Score: 47.1
Improved 242 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
505 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Milton Fuller Roberts School
1.4 mi
|
#353 of 824
|
Score: 49.1
Improved 194 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
586 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A+
Brooks School
1.4 mi
|
#2 of 12
|
Score: 59.7
Improved 135 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
556 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
B+
Madeleine Dugger Andrews Middle School
0.8 mi
|
#128 of 352
|
Score: 46.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-11.6 below state avg
435 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
B-
John J. McGlynn Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#206 of 352
|
Score: 40.2
Improved 30 spots from last year
-18.1 below state avg
464 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
A-
Medford High School
1.9 mi
|
#94 of 346
|
Score: 60.6
Improved 24 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
1,195 students
Diverse
19 sports
• 1,212 athletes
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
Curtis-Tufts School
0.2 mi
11 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Tufts University
20 Benton Rd # 2, Medford MA 02155
Medford, MA 02155
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Benjamin Carroll
Listing Office
BENJAMIN Apartments + Cityside Homes
Office Phone
617-206-4822
Agent MLS ID
CN229421
Office MLS ID
AN4224
Listing Data Updated
Jun 24, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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