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Lowell, MA

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From historic sites to outdoor adventures, Lowell is a college town with a twist.

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From the stunning natural beauty in places like Pawtucket Falls to the rich history in its many museums to its fantastic location about 25 miles northwest of Downtown Boston, Lowell's slogan puts it simply: "There's a lot to like."

With both the Merrimack River and the Concord River passing through Lowell, this city provides a variety of outdoor activities. Lowell Heritage State Park, located on the Merrimack River, celebrates the city's role in America's industrial history. Activities in the park include bicycling, canal rides, canoeing, boating, fishing, hiking, and swimming.

Lowell is a vibrant, active college town, home to the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Serving as Merrimack Valley's largest university, UMass Lowell is a public research university with more than 18,000 students. It is also home to several museums, some tracing the city's history back to when it was first settled in 1653. The city's museums include the unique -- like the New England Quilt Museum and the National Streetcar Museum -- to the noteworthy, like the Whistler House Museum of Art.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Lowell, MA is $1,602 for a studio, $1,898 for one bedroom, $2,189 for two bedrooms, and $1,911 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lowell has decreased by -0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,898/month
715 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,803/month
2,144 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,610/month
1,159 Sq Ft
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Transportation

81

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

50

Good Transit

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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

James S Daley Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

674 Students

6
out of 10

Rogers STEM Academy

Public

Grades K-8

835 Students

5
out of 10

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

633 Students

5
out of 10

Benjamin F. Butler Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

514 Students

5
out of 10

Pyne Arts Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-8

503 Students

5
out of 10

James S Daley Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

674 Students

6
out of 10

Rogers STEM Academy

Public

Grades K-8

835 Students

5
out of 10

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

633 Students

5
out of 10

Benjamin F. Butler Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

514 Students

5
out of 10

Pyne Arts Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-8

503 Students

5
out of 10

Lowell High

Public

Grades 9-12

3,167 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lowell National Historical Park
  • Lowell Heritage State Park
  • Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest
  • Great Brook Farm State Park
  • The Butterfly Place

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Airports

  • Manchester Boston Regional
  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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