Waterhead
850 Lawrence St,
Lowell, MA 01852
$2,100 - $2,645 | 1 Bed
South Lowell is a historic neighborhood that sits approximately 30 miles northwest of Boston. The Concord River and Interstate 495 run through the center of South Lowell, and to the north, you’ll find the Merrimack River and the second-largest university in the state, the University of Massachusetts. Residents can easily walk or bike from place to place, especially with the district’s central location and proximity to Downtown Lowell. Apartments in South Lowell range from affordable to upscale, so there’s something for everyone. Although Lowell is mainly residential, there are a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options in the surrounding area.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in South Lowell is $1,704 for a studio, $1,946 for one bedroom, and $2,276 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Lowell has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Studio
411 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,704/month
Average Rent
1 BR
625 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,946/month
Average Rent
2 BR
804 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,276/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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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.