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Some funny things have happened in Medford. In 1907, the Long Island Railroad created the Medford Prosperity Farm -- an undertaking to demonstrate that things could grow in the flat wilderness that is the Long Island Central Pine Barrens. President Theodore Roosevelt decided to visit the Prosperity Farm, but as he drove between Medford and Wading River, his car got stuck in the mud. To get out, President Roosevelt was said to have taken a "flying leap!"
Medford, NY is a nice suburban town located in Long Island. The town itself is actually a part of a bigger town -- Brookhaven -- but Medford has its own characteristics, personality, and neighborhoods. Medford became known when it became a stop on the Long Island Railroad. That was in 1843. The town then was not much but a bunch of flat land and tress. However, today, a thriving community has been built -- one where people live to commute into the big city nearby (New York City!) and also the Hamptons -- but also where people live to work, play, get to know their neighbors, and find a safe and peaceful home. Moving to Medford offers great, affordable suburban living with awesome access to some of the Northeast's very best amenities. See more
Parking can be at a premium in some cities where spaces are challenging to find. Some Medford apartments offer parking options, either outside in a common area or within a private garage.
Ask about the stipulations around the parking. Those may include how many guests are allowed and where tenants park.
Some apartments may only allow parking in front of your own unit. Guest parking may be in a common area for up to one person.
If parking is scarce, look around the area before you sign a lease. Ample street parking in a neighborhood championed for its safety is probably fine. However, it’s probably not worth signing a lease if it means battling for daily parking for you and your guests.
Research whether you need a city permit to park in the neighborhood. Look into the associated costs and what to do about visitors who need parking.
Some tenants prefer garage parking near their units. However, an open-air lot may prove cheaper.
Keep in mind that the cost of wear and tear from parking outside can add up. It may be less expensive, in the long run, to look for an apartment with garage parking.