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Downtown Lowell, Lowell, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lowell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lowell Studio Apartments | $1,566 | $1,400 | $1,800 |
| Downtown Lowell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $925 | $4,067 |
| Downtown Lowell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $949 | $5,456 |
| Downtown Lowell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,859 | $1,885 | $3,855 |
| Downtown Lowell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $1,176 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Downtown Lowell, MA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Downtown Lowell, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Downtown Lowell Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lowell, MA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lowell area is the $2.25 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at The Apartments at Boott Mills in the in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood starting from $3,299. The second greatest value Downtown Lowell apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 24 Merrimack Street Apartments starting at $2,005 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lowell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Apartments at Boott Mills | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $2.25 |
| 24 Merrimack Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Residences at The Franco | 2 Bedroom "Residences at the Franco" | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Massachusetts Mills | Mass Mills III 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Loft Two Seven | Counting House Lofts 71 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Skyline Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Dog Friendly | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 55 3rd W St, Unit 1 | 55 3rd W St | 3BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Getting Around the Downtown Lowell Neighborhood in Lowell, MA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lowell Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Lowell?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Lowell is River Place Towers which is listed at $1,391, while the average apartment in Downtown Lowell costs $2,849.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Lowell?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,285 regular apartments in Downtown Lowell that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Lowell?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Lowell have an average cost of $768 which is $2,081 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Lowell.
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