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The City of Lowell is the fourth largest city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and its strategic location at the intersections of Routes 495, 93 and 3, provides excellent access to all points of interest in Massachusetts as well as New Hampshire and Maine. Commuter rail also provides an easy 40-minute ride to Boston's North Station. Residents claim Lowell's National Park as this country's greatest tribute to the Industrial Revolution and the textile industry that boomed in New England in the nineteenth century. The rehabilitated mill buildings are further complemented by 2 1/2 miles of trolley and canal boat tours and several museums.


The 3200-seat Lowell Auditorium hosts many of the country's best performers at affordable prices. The Merrimack Repertory theater, which is also located in downtown Lowell, is one of the few self-sustaining repertory theater groups in the northeast. The 19th century mill buildings provide an excellent opportunity for low-cost acquisition and rehabilitation for small and large companies.


The city offers many unique financial incentives to encourage new growth and development. The city's workforce is computer literate and strongly supported by the local school district, which has just completed nine new schools and five school rehabilitations. The education base also includes Middlesex Community College and University of Massachusetts at Lowell. The student population further enhances the market for retail businesses in downtown Lowell and its surrounding neighborhoods. This planned urban community is built around the Merrimack River and its diverse canal system, which provided power to the early manufacturers. Today these water amenities add to the character of the city.


Special events of the year include a folk festival which Lowell residents claim as the best in New England and which draws over 200,000 people annually, Riverfest, First Night, and Fourth of July fireworks. Residents say proudly that Lowell has something for everyone with its unmatched quality of life.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

158  

 

10th Grade Eng:

161  

 

8th Grade Math:

177  

 

8th Grade Eng:

183  

 

8th Grade Science:

177  

 

4th Grade Math:

233  

 

4th Grade Eng:

233  

 

Spending/Student:

$8,338

Average SAT scores:

1366

Student/Teacher Ratios:

13.1 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:103,512 Median Income in town: $53,250 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

7523

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 29.3 / 1,000
Violent: 8.2 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 3 / 1 / 4

Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year:

$192,250

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$253,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

-32%

Avg single family tax bill:

$2,858

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

Lowell (Lowell Line)

Subway info:

subway

Bus lines:

bus

Miles to Boston:

34

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

37

Rail time to Boston:

47

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$150,000

LARGE 2 FAMILY WITH 3 HUGE BEDROOMS IN EACH UNIT, DRIVEWAY AND YARD. NEEDS WORK, CASH OR REHAB LOAN ONLY. NOT BANK OWNED OR SHORT SALE.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$259,900

This is one home to be seen, gorgeous details thru out. Bridal staircase is the focal point of this lovely condo. Restored Victorian mansion consisting of four units. Stained glass, leaded glass, crystal chandeliers, gorgeous crown molding, pocket doors and a gas log fireplace in the family room. Spacious dining room with built-ins. Step outside to the beautiful patio. This is a great home for entertaining. Close to shopping and on the Lowell Transit bus line.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$219,900

Great home for a large family. Start with the Honeycomb design hardwood floors. 4 bedrooms, Large kitchen with breakfast nook, family room and living room. Entertainment sized 14 x 21 screened porch. 20x22 2 story heated barn. 2 car oversized garage with work area. A great value just got better! You should come and see what this very nice home has to offer! You will be pleasantly surprised! Subject to finding suitable housing  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$144,900

3-3-4-5 Room 4-family in handy location. (5 room unit is 2 BR, townhouse style). One unit occupied by tenants (tenants-at-will). Property being sold "As Is".  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$195,000

Great three bedroom duplex. Big shared back yard. Short Sale process started by Seller. Property being sold "AS IS...AS SEEN CONDITION." Buyer to perform any and/or all due diligence. SHORT SALE APPROVED!!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$159,900

Charming well maintained Colonial. Corner lot with fenced yard and patio area. Detached one car garage w/opener and extra storage. Inviting 3 season porch off kitchen for those warm summer nights. Many recent updates within last 5 years, including kitchen, roof, heating system and new windows. Spacious rooms with combination spruce and oak hardwood floors. Wood stove in family room. Large eat in kitchen with breakfast counter and newer appliances.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$125,000

Approved short sale! Quick closing! Why buy a condo when you can have this great home for less! Quaint and quiet discribe this adorable cottage. Newer furnace, siding, windows. Kitchen has custom cabinets and reminds you of days gone by.Pet friendly fenced in yard with beautiful garden in the summer. Not a drive by, take the time to come by, you'll be glad you did. Short sale, bank approval required.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$209,900

Affordable three family home for owner occupied or for investment. Check out the number: it works. Fully rented, first floor has two bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and a full bath. Second floor has three bedrooms, living room, kitchen, a full bath, and additional two finished rooms in the attic. The third unit is in the back and is completely remodeled with new basebord gas heating, hardwood floor in the living room/dining room, and wall-to-wall carpet in the three bedrooms. Sold As Is.  






 

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