The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 01850 sells for about $460,000, or $316 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 54 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,707 a month.
ZIP 01850 — Lowell
The housing market in 01850 remains competitive with a median sale price of $460,000, reflecting a 3.2% year-over-year increase. While inventory is measured, the market is supported by steady demand and proximity to Boston, keeping the sale-to-list ratio near 100%.
This ZIP is well-suited for commuters seeking transit access to Boston, families looking for urban amenities, and investors targeting the steady rental demand in the Lowell area.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 54 days on market with 2.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 8.0% · poverty 17.8% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 01850, Lowell, MA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Lowell experiences crime rates that are generally higher than the national average, though the city has implemented various community-focused safety initiatives to address localized trends.
The area is served by Lowell Public Schools, which offers a diverse range of educational programs, though performance ratings vary significantly across individual schools.
The region faces moderate risks related to winter storms and potential flooding in low-lying areas near the Merrimack River, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Lowell benefits from its proximity to the Boston-Cambridge tech corridor, with ongoing revitalization efforts in the downtown area and a focus on attracting small-to-medium enterprises.
Property taxes are assessed by the City of Lowell based on a uniform tax rate applied to the fair market value of real estate, with exemptions available for qualifying residents such as seniors and veterans.
Residents have access to the MBTA Commuter Rail via the Lowell Line, providing direct transit to Boston, while major highways like I-495 and US-3 facilitate regional driving commutes.
The area features significant historical sites like the Lowell National Historical Park, along with numerous local parks, riverfront trails, and proximity to diverse shopping and dining districts in the city center.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the city's student population and proximity to regional employment hubs.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and manufacturing, with significant employment contributions from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and regional medical centers.
The city is well-connected by the MBTA Commuter Rail and a network of regional bus routes, supported by major highway access via I-495 and the Lowell Connector.
Ongoing development focuses on the conversion of historic industrial properties into modern residential units and mixed-use spaces to support urban density.
The City of Lowell Assessor's Office manages property valuations, conducting periodic revaluations to ensure assessments align with current market conditions.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to municipal taxes and standard utility district fees, with no major MUD/PID developments reported.
Property insurance remains stable, though homeowners in flood-prone zones near the river may require additional coverage.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and data.census.gov for ZCTA 01850.
- Canobie Lake Park4.59.8 mi
- Kimball Farm Westford4.610.8 mi
- K1 Speed Boston-Wilmington4.210.7 mi
- Boda Borg Boston4.719.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Woburn4.113.5 mi
- Canobie Lake Park4.59.8 mi
- Tsongas Center4.50.7 mi
- Kowloon Restaurant4.219.2 mi
- Topsfield Fairgrounds4.318.3 mi
- K1 Speed Boston-Wilmington4.210.7 mi
- Canobie Lake Park4.59.8 mi
- AMC Methuen 204.39.5 mi
- K1 Speed Boston-Wilmington4.210.7 mi
- AMC Burlington Cinema 104.212.8 mi
- Nashoba Valley Ski Area4.210.7 mi
- Discovery Museum4.715.4 mi
- deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum4.715.7 mi
- Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House4.713.8 mi
- North Bridge4.813.2 mi
- Walden Pond State Reservation4.615 mi
- The Butterfly Place4.67.1 mi
- Mine Falls Park4.712 mi
- Great Brook Farm State Park4.77.6 mi
- Benson Park4.89.3 mi
- Harold Parker State Forest4.711.5 mi
- Burlington Mall4.412.9 mi
- Pheasant Lane Mall4.37.5 mi
- The Mall at Rockingham Park4.48.4 mi
- Tuscan Village4.48.9 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.125 mi
- Manchester-Boston Regional Airport4.620 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.523.5 mi
- The Lounge3.424.7 mi
- DaCoopas Pizza4.123.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Preserves the history of the American Industrial Revolution.
Provides scenic views and recreational trail access.
A vibrant district with diverse restaurants and cultural venues.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.