Lowell

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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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Located at the meeting point of the Merrimack and Concord Rivers, Lowell combines industrial heritage with contemporary living. The city's historic mill buildings, now renovated into lofts and creative spaces, create distinctive housing options throughout downtown. Current rental trends show average prices ranging from $1,699 for studios to $2,262 for two-bedroom apartments, with moderate year-over-year increases between 2.9% and 5.4%. From the Acre neighborhood to Belvidere, each area offers its own character and housing styles.

Lowell's identity as a cornerstone of America's Industrial Revolution remains evident throughout the city. The Lowell National Historical Park features walkable canal paths that wind through downtown, while Western Avenue Studios houses working artists in one of the country's largest studio complexes. Cultural attractions include performances at the Merrimack Repertory Theatre and events at the Tsongas Center. The University of Massachusetts Lowell campus brings 19,000 students to the area. Visitors can explore the city's manufacturing history at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum, while the annual Southeast Asian Water Festival reflects the presence of Lowell's Cambodian-American community.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Lowell, MA is $1,529 for a studio, $1,886 for one bedroom, $2,294 for two bedrooms, and $1,937 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lowell has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,886/month
683 Sq Ft
House
$3,189/month
1,418 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,458/month
959 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,610/month
1,122 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Lowell, MA

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

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

48

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.

Schools

James S Daley Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

674 Students

C.W. Morey Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

481 Students

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

633 Students

Pyne Arts Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-8

503 Students

Moody Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

241 Students

James S Daley Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

674 Students

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

633 Students

Pyne Arts Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-8

503 Students

Rogers STEM Academy

Public

Grades K-8

835 Students

Benjamin F. Butler Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

514 Students

Lowell High

Public

Grades 9-12

3,167 Students

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

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 November 2025.