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Lowell, MA 01852
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Rental Market Trends in Lowell, MA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Lowell, MA is $1,964/month.
Rent in Lowell is 18% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,964/month
Average Rent
682 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.6%
Change / Year
569
Available Apartments
Lowell rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Lowell average $1,768 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Lowell average $1,964 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Lowell average $2,218 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Lowell average $1,979 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Lowell, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $32 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Lowell, MA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
3%
$700 - $1,000/month
6%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
37%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
54%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lowell?
Based on current rent prices, Centralville, The Acre and Pawtucketville are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lowell.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lowell?
Based on current rent prices, Back Central, Highlands Lowell and Downtown Lowell are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lowell.
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Which Lowell neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Lowell with the most apartments available are Highlands Lowell, Downtown Lowell and Back Central .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lowell, MA?
Because the average rent in Lowell is $1,964, you’ll want to make about $6,546 per month or $78,552 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Lowell, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Lowell, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Lowell Area GuideStudio
$1,358/month
$1,879/month
One Bedroom
$1,329/month
$2,244/month
Two Bedroom
$1,803/month
$2,138/month
Three Bedroom
$1,519/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Chelmsford
Avg Rent: $2,321/month
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North Chelmsford
Avg Rent: $2,635/month
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Dracut
Avg Rent: $1,808/month
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North Billerica
Avg Rent: $2,483/month
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Tewksbury
Avg Rent: $2,424/month
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Tyngsborough
Avg Rent: $1,851/month
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Billerica
Avg Rent: $2,525/month
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Westford
Avg Rent: $2,657/month
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Pelham
Avg Rent: $1,668/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Lowell?
The average rent in Lowell is $1,964 per month, which is 18.0% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Lowell?
The average rent for a house in Lowell, MA is $3,283 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Lowell?
The average rent for a townhome in Lowell, MA is $2,850 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Lowell?
Rents in Lowell, MA are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $32 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Lowell?
In Lowell, MA, 54% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.