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Highlands Middlesex Village The Acre (Greektown)

LOWELL, MA 01851

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Middlesex County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 01851

Highlands · Middlesex Village · The Acre (Greektown)

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LOWELL, MA real estate market (01851) currently shows 10 active listings, with 4 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.5% year-over-year, from $489,900 to $438,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 32,323  ·  Density: 3,865.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,330

Typical home value: $398,910  ·  Homeownership: 42.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
10
⇧ 11.1% vs 9 last year
Pending
4
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$438,675
⇩ 10.5% vs $489,900 last year
Average Price
$450,935
⇩ 2.2% vs $461,162 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 180% vs 15 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$320
⇧ 1.3% vs $316/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,405 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 10 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $438,675 (-10.5% YoY)
  • Average: $450,935 (-2.2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.5 miles — 335 listings ($261,645,853 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01851Lowell, MA 018510.0 mi8$3,616,528$467,250$452,066
01852Lowell, MA 018522.1 mi36$14,241,096$364,900$395,586
01824Chelmsford, MA 018242.8 mi16$12,449,456$719,925$778,091
01826Dracut, MA 018264.2 mi29$16,352,404$521,950$563,876
01879Tyngsboro, MA 018795.3 mi6$3,034,794$457,450$505,799
01886Westford, MA 018866.0 mi20$21,606,940$846,500$1,080,347
01821Billerica, MA 018217.0 mi18$11,625,516$687,000$645,862
01810Andover, MA 018108.8 mi35$53,822,475$1,499,950$1,537,785
01730Bedford, MA 017309.4 mi17$25,482,133$1,406,000$1,498,949
01887Wilmington, MA 018879.9 mi13$8,236,878$649,500$633,606
03051Hudson, NH 0305110.0 mi49$34,773,830$592,400$709,670
03062Nashua, NH 0306210.3 mi63$40,293,603$597,450$639,581
01844Methuen, MA 0184410.5 mi25$16,110,200$626,225$644,408

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LOWELL, MA 01851?

As of March 2026, there are 10 active listings in LOWELL, MA (zip code 01851), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LOWELL, MA 01851?

The median listing price in LOWELL, MA 01851 is $438,675 as of March 2026, a 10.5% decrease from $489,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LOWELL, MA?

Homes in LOWELL, MA 01851 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LOWELL, MA 01851?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, LOWELL, MA 01851 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LOWELL, MA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LOWELL, MA 01851 save an estimated $8,774 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $438,675. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.