You were going to do it, you swear. Maybe it was a New Year’s resolution that you never got around to starting, or the plan to shed pounds for summer that didn’t quite come together. Maybe the “freshman 15” caught up with you, and it’s time to take control, or you’re just trying to get the mental and emotional benefits of an exercise routine going for you. Whatever the reason, the solution is simple. You need to find a gym near you.

Whether you’re a new student just coming into the greater Boston area for the first time, an existing undergraduate or graduate student who’s ready to get their own place, or just a regular hard working person or professional who needs some great living at decent pricing, Medford has a lot going it’s way.  Medford is a great place to live with a diverse background coupled with some great educated people that make the city a rising attraction in recent years.

With a booming economy, great local dining, and of course, Tufts University, Medford has a lot of great particular strengths.  Whether you’re looking to find a new place in Greater Boston, are moving to the area for the first time, or just trying to find a new pad in the district, it pays to know what you’re looking for. While there are no rules, per se, these guidelines should help make the process run a little more smoothly for you.

Are you new to Medford, or considering a move to the area? Medford Pads strives to offer all the information you need to make the leap. And, that mission does not end with the widest variety of current Medford apartment listings. This is, after all, a vibrant and growing city full of great food. Try some local eateries to see what we mean. Here are the top Medford Pads picks for the best restaurants in Medford, MA!

Whether you’re renting your first home, or you’ve been at it for decades, there’s no shortage of people with advice, tips, and warnings for you. But which of these are real, and which are just myths? Don’t let misinformation steer you wrong: here’s five myths about renting that you don’t need to fall for.

Medford Pads pulled data from the Boston Pads apartment database to create this infographic showing average rent prices. The Boston Pads database contains over 156,000 Boston apartments, 500,000 property photos, and 8,000 video tours.