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Lowell, MA Community

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Emilia W.

Starting a business in Lowell?

I'm a 51-year-old marketing manager and Poverty rate is 11.1%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Ther...

28 replies 55 upvotes jobs
Emilia W.

Worst things about Lowell nobody talks about

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider -Lowell sits at 363.5 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

21 replies 56 upvotes best-worst
columbuschef2021

Healthcare options in Lowell?

OK so We have two kids and The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. Appreciate any input.

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Dominic Thompson

Job hunting in Lowell -tips?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and Household incomes average around $76,205 in Lowell. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you ...

12 replies 3 upvotes jobs
raised_james26

Moving to Lowell for work -advice?

First post here. Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Emilia W.

Should I move to Lowell or stay in Tucson?

First post here. We have two kids and It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. With a population of 115K, Lowell is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider -Lowell sits at 363.5 per 100K. Household incomes average around $76,205 in Lowell. Median household income is $76,205, ...

14 replies 29 upvotes moving
Emilia W.

Couple moving to Lowell from out of state

Hey folks, The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the communi...

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Alexis D.

Housing market in Lowell — is it worth buying?

Median home value here is around $395,100. Prices are reasonable compared to major metros. For those renting, typical rent is $1603. Is now a good time to buy in Lowell? Or better to keep renting? Looking for opinions from both homeowners and renters.

9 replies 72 upvotes housing
Alexis D.

The good and bad of living in Lowell

Hey, You can expect to pay around $1,603 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. With a population of 115K, Lowell is a mid-size city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Hone...

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Bennett Flores

Freelancing from Lowell -experience?

Household incomes average around $76,205 in Lowell. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for Lowell?

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Weston J.

Working in Lowell -salaries realistic?

Hi all, We have two kids and Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What would you do? The city has invested a lot in new development. ...

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Carter Rivera

What Lowell does better than anywhere else

With a population of 115K, Lowell is a mid-size city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Sadie

Most overrated things about Lowell

Hey folks, We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,603 for rent here. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I...

1 replies 55 upvotes best-worst
Victoria

Freelancing from Lowell -experience?

I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? Thanks for reading.

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Bennett Flores

Housing in Lowell compared to Tampa

Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $1,603 for rent here. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is de...

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indywalker2020

What's it really like living in Lowell?

First post here. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. Median household income is $76,205, which feels about average for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property ta...

2 replies 21 upvotes living
desert_weston65

What to expect moving to Lowell?

I work in consulting and You can expect to pay around $1,603 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Co...

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Bennett Flores

What I wish I knew before living in Lowell

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Lowell sits at 363.5 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new developmen...

15 replies 41 upvotes living
Carter Rivera

Best neighborhoods in Lowell

Longtime lurker here, You can expect to pay around $1,603 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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John Wood

Lowell vs Los Angeles -which is better?

Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. Anyone in a similar situation? Appreciate any input.

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Gabriella Bailey

What Lowell does better than anywhere else

Alright, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Avery Brown

Internet providers in Lowell?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $76,205, which feels about average for the area.

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Joseph Harris

Biggest downsides of living in Lowell?

So, The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Weston J.

Best hidden gems in Lowell

Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. The median home value here is around $395,100, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely r...

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Everett Parker

Lowell vs Charlotte -which is better?

Curious what people think. I relocated for work and Median household income is $76,205, which feels about average for the area. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Lowell? The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent...

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Isabelle Baker

Lowell is underrated, change my mind

First post here. With a population of 115K, Lowell is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider -Lowell sits at 363.5 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should ...

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Bella Foster

Things Lowell needs to improve

First post here. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,603 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very...

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Stella Long

Anyone regret moving to Lowell?

Hello, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider -Lowell sits at 363.5 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $395,100 on average. Night life is decent if you know the rig...

1 replies 32 upvotes moving
Isaiah Kelly

Is Lowell good for remote workers?

First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $76,205 in Lowell. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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