Medford City Property Records in Massachusetts
Medford property records document ownership, assessed value, parcel characteristics, transfers, mortgages, liens, plans, and tax information for real estate in Medford, Massachusetts. Users can access assessment data, parcel maps, and property cards through The City of Medford Assessing Department. Deeds, mortgages, discharges, homesteads, and recorded plans are available from Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, including through the official Massachusetts Land Records online portal. For registered land, users may need records associated with Massachusetts Land Court, typically accessed through the registry system. Property tax billing and payment details may be available from The City of Medford Treasurer/Collector’s Office. These official sources provide the most reliable legal and municipal property information.
Medford Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Medford, Massachusetts. It is split into violent crimes, such as murder, robbery, and assault, and property crimes, which include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
The data records 0 murders, 14 robberies, and 80 assaults. In property crime, it shows a total of 715 property crimes, including 46 burglaries and 69 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category, so readers can see which types of reported crime are most common in Medford and how large each category is. They do not on their own explain why crime occurs or how Medford compares with other places.
What Is the Population Profile of Medford
Medford's Race and Ethnicity data shows the city's racial and ethnic composition. The three largest groups are White residents at 67% (39,539 people), Asian residents at 12% (7,065), and Hispanic residents at 9% (5,243). Black residents make up 6% (3,708), people of two or more races 4% (2,507), other race 2% (975), Pacific Islander residents 0.02% (14), and American Indian residents 0.02% (11).
Medford, Ratings Compared Across Massachusetts 
Medford's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, and the three highest grades are A+ for Nightlife, A+ for Access to Coffee Shops, and A+ for Good for Young Professionals. Walkability is also rated A+, while Health & Fitness, Access to Parks, and Access to Restaurants each earn an A, and Public Schools is rated B. Cost of Living is rated C and Housing C-. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Medford
Medford's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (30%), Masters Degree (18%), and High School (18%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Medford's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during the Before 1939 period (48%), followed by the 1940 - 1959 period (15%) and the 1960 - 1979 period (14%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Medford's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (37%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (31%) and 1 Bedroom (13%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Medford's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (22%), 65 Plus (16%), and 35 - 44 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Medford
Medford's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $715,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $2,477 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Medford's dynamic real estate landscape.