Lowell Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Massachusetts

Lowell Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Massachusetts

The sizeable community of Lowell is located at the confluence of the Concord and Merrimack Rivers, just 27 miles from Boston and 223 miles from New York City. Named after textile manufacturer, Francis Cabot Lowell, the neighborhood holds a resident population of about 104,000. With a land size of about 13.8 square miles, Lowell makes a lovely addition to Middlesex County. Real estate options consist of single-family detached homes, condominiums and townhouses as well as land lots. Nearby I-495 and I-93 provide commuter access through the area. Added commuter benefits can be reaped through the Lowell Regional Transit Authority and General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport, which is about 30 miles away in Boston. The economy within the area is rather diverse and has several industries providing employment opportunities including: manufacturing; educational, health and social services along with retail trade. Residents with children from grades K-12 will find the proper educational amenities through the Lowell Public School District. Those in pursuit of a degree in higher education will find several nearby college and university campuses, including Middlesex Community College and the University of Massachusetts. Recreational and leisure activities in Lowell are plentiful. Golfers will enjoy time at Mount Pleasant Golf Club while nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts will be attracted to the pleasantries of Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest and Lowell Heritage State Park. Local museums and historic sites include the Whistler House of Museum and Art and Lowell National Historic Park.