Lowell

Picturesque Jollene park is framed by the Concord River in Back Central.
Greenhalge Elementary School scores an A for diversity on Nitch.
Joseph G. Pyne Arts School is a public school located in Lowell, MA and serves grades K-8.
Tasty Dumplings is a crowd favorite, serving up Asian fare for residents in Lowell, MA.
The UMass Lowell campus is within walking distance of The Highlands neighborhood in Lowell, MA.

Lowell, MA Area Guide

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.

Explore the City

Joseph G. Pyne Arts School is a public school located in Lowell, MA and serves grades K-8.

Tasty Dumplings is a crowd favorite, serving up Asian fare for residents in Lowell, MA.

The UMass Lowell campus is within walking distance of The Highlands neighborhood in Lowell, MA.

Lowell is made up or many historic canals and waterways in it's downtown area.

Coffee and Cotton serves fresh brewed drinks and bakery goods in the Mill No. 5 shopping area.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Lowell, MA is $1,607 for a studio, $1,937 for one bedroom, $2,337 for two bedrooms, and $1,955 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lowell has decreased by -0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,937/month
681 Sq Ft
House
$3,471/month
1,856 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,391/month
1,310 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,731/month
1,920 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lowell, MA is for everyday living.

Very Walkable

81 / 100

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

Good Transit

50 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

48 / 100

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 K-8

Pyne Arts Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-8

Rogers STEM Academy

Public

Grades K-8

Lowell High

Public

Grades 9-12

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 February 2026.