Appleton Square Methuen
171 East St,
Methuen, MA 01844
$2,550 - $2,630 | 2 Beds
North Lawrence
Lawrence, MA
North Lawrence - Lawrence, MA
Area Guide
Delightful neighborhood on the river
Waterfront
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Nature
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Location
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North Lawrence sits between the Spicket and Merrimack rivers directly north of Downtown Lawrence. Residents enjoy a variety of nearby parks, including the North Common Neighborhood Reviviendo Playground, a popular spot for picnics and playground fun. Storrow Park, which features a playground, basketball courts, and spacious lawns, is perfect for an afternoon stroll or a weekend game. The cost of living in Lawrence is about 20 percent higher than the national average, yet still eight percent lower than the Massachusetts average, making it relatively affordable compared to other parts of the state.
Many residents in North Lawrence commute to jobs in nearby cities like Boston. The neighborhood is well-connected by major roadways, and public transit offers a smooth commute for those who prefer not to drive. Within Lawrence, top employers include the healthcare and manufacturing sectors, providing ample job opportunities. Lawrence has a rich history, being part of a city that played a pivotal role in the early textile industry in the United States. Events and festivals throughout the year celebrate this heritage.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in North Lawrence is $1,646 for one bedroom, $2,020 for two bedrooms, and $1,917 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in North Lawrence has increased by 2.8% in the past year.
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1 BR
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691 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,646/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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896 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,020/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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635 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,917/month
Average Rent
Transportation
74
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
35
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
47
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lawrence Heritage State Park
- Stevens-Coolidge Place
- Smolak Farms
- Bradford Ski Area
- Windrush Farm
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Manchester Boston Regional
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.