What can go where in Medford
Junk, furniture and mattresses. Checked October 29, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the town before you set anything out.
WM collects bulky household items like furniture and rugs at the curb on your recycling day for a per-item fee. Call WM to schedule and pay first. Building and demolition materials are not accepted.
Fee: $15 per item.
The city partners with HandUp for curbside mattress and box spring recycling, by appointment, twice a month.
Fee: $55 per mattress or box spring (city 2022 notice; confirm with HandUp).
WM picks up appliances and other metal items on Tuesdays only, by appointment and prepaid.
Fee: $27.85 per item.
WM collects TVs and monitors on Tuesdays only, by appointment and prepaid.
Fee: $42.85 per item.
DPW Recycling Drop-Off and City Recycling Compactor, 21 James St, Medford, MA. Hours: Drop-off: Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Compactor: seven days, dusk to dawn. Residents only. Source
No verified donation spots listed for Medford yet. Habitat ReStore and Goodwill take good furniture; call first.
The 2026-27 city guide lists no household hazardous waste day. The City Yard paint shed (latex and oil paint only) ran Oct 17; the next is May 8, 2027. Mercury items, rechargeable batteries and fluorescent bulbs go to DPW, City Hall Room 304, in business hours.
When Medford says no, we say yes
Flat prices, carry-out from any floor, disposal included: couch $139, mattress $89–$129 (recycling included), dresser $69–$179, appliance $79–$149. $159 minimum. Text a photo to (617) 545-0382 or book at junkrun.co.
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Holiday weeks: Medford holiday trash delays and tree pickup dates. Moving soon? Read the full Massachusetts move-out guide or get the move-out countdown. Curb rules for other towns: compare.