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Looking South down Dalton St. shows the variety of homes within the Centralville area.
Friendly vibe and nearby amenities
Tucked against a bend in the Merrimack River, Centralville offers an urban experience in a suburban environment — a sector of the city just over a mile from Downtown Lowell that combines relative housing affordability with commuting access to Boston and New Hampshire. “It is a very community-oriented, friendly area close to downtown and UMass Lowell,” says Bob Ciccarelli, the broker-owner at Ciccarelli Homes who has lived and sold there for over 30 years. “It’s a good place to live if you like amenities being close by. It’s a melting pot community that’s vibrant with lots of different eclectic shops and restaurants.” It makes Centralville the type of area where locals like to put down roots. “You see a lot of people that grow up there tend to stay there,” says area Realtor Chris Doherty, president of Doherty Properties.
Older colonial-style homes
Lowell originated as a mill town, and much of the housing in the city, including Centralville, reflects that era. There was an economic boom in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Doherty says, which caused demand for housing for mill workers. A lot of those houses still stand in Centralville today, though there are also newer homes. What Doherty says he loves about Lowell is the character that seeps from the city’s well-preserved turn-of-the-century infrastructure. “Lowell did a great job with historic restoration,” he says. A combination of multi- and single-family layouts dot Centralville, often built in colonial styles, from more traditional colonials to Dutch Colonials and the locally popular New Englander, but there are also a handful of Victorians. Christian Hill, a southeastern pocket of Centralville, is situated on one of Lowell’s peaks — it’s a spot from which you can see the whole city, Doherty says. “Some people go at night and stargaze,” he says. Single-family homes in Centralville typically cost between $400,000 and $550,000, while multi-family houses max out around $700,000. A single unit in a multi-family, Doherty says, can sell for around $225,000. The neighborhood also provides residents the chance to earn some equity. “I would say that out of all of the areas in Lowell, Centralville is one of the most up-and-coming neighborhoods,” Ciccarelli says. “Some are more prestigious, but it’s getting more and more attention.”
A truly eclectic home sits stately on it's spacious plot in Centralville.
A picket lined yard on Christian Hill in Centralville delights the senses.
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Cameo Diner’s traditional American breakfast
Centralville's walkable streets make reaching its small but diverse collection of restaurants a breeze even on foot. Top Donut or Cameo Diner are popular spots to start the day, and Crown Fried Chicken is known for its halal menu and the fantastic curly fries that come with their chicken. According to Doherty, it’s even feasible to walk across the bridge to downtown, where there are even more dining and entertainment options like TreMonte Pizzeria Restaurant & Bar and Cobblestones of Lowell. Brew'd Awakening Coffeehaus is also a frequented hub among locals. “It’s a meeting spot,” Doherty says. “They’ve got great drinks.” El Bombazo Meat Market offers groceries a short walk from home, while Market Basket or Hannaford provide more options less than 2 miles away.
TreMonte serves up hot pizzas and cold beers when visiting Centralville.
Top Donut in Centralville has a wide variety of donuts to choose from.
The Market Basket grocery store in Centralville is a popular choice for all of your food items.
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Eastern Canal Walk is a great way to see Centralville on foot when visiting Lowell.
Food and live music at Lowell Folk Festival
The Lowell Folk Festival, which is the longest-running and the second-largest free folk festival in the nation, is held a short walk away in Downtown Lowell. “The annual folk festival is a big deal,” Doherty says. It takes up the last full weekend of each July and attracts people from all over the country with its multiple stages, food, drinks and more.
Career pathways at Lowell High
Niche gives Lowell Public Schools a B-minus. Children can attend S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, which has a C-plus, and Henry J. Robinson Middle School, which has a C-minus. Older students attend Lowell High School, which has a B and offers pathway programs in business and marketing, education, engineering and more.
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary sits on a large campus.
Greenhalge Elementary School scores an A for diversity on Nitch.
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Swimming at McPherson Park
Hovey Park is popular for its large, recently refurbished playground and athletic field. McPherson Park offers even more athletic space, including basketball and tennis courts and baseball fields. Residents also flock there during the summer for its public swimming pool. Centralville Dog Park is located near the Merrimack River, but most people choose to drive 5 miles to Chelmsford Dog Park instead.
Locals of Centralville enjoy getting together at McPherson Park to play basketball.
Hovey Park welcomes kids of all ages.
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A lively corner on Bridge St. shows Centralville is close to everything Lowell has to offer.
Bridge Street to Downtown Lowell
Bridge Street, also known as U.S. Route 38, runs through the neighborhood all the way to Downtown Lowell less than 2 miles away. Locals also have easy access to Arlington Street and Merrimack Avenue, which are also called U.S. Route 113 and 110 respectively. Centralville is about 3 miles south of New Hampshire and about 34 miles from Boston.
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Parks in this Area
George McDermott Reservoir
Gage Field
Kittredge Park
Kerouac Park
McPherson Park
Hovey Park
Transit
Airport
Manchester Boston Regional
47 min drive
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Humphrey St & Methuen St
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Bridge St & 2nd St
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Lowell Provision Aiken Ave
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Bridge St & 10th St
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W 6th St & West St
Centralville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Centralville, Lowell sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Centralville, Lowell over the last 12 months is $407,500, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Barker Avenue Apartments offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartment homes for rent. Located in Lowell, Massachusetts, just minutes from major highways and universities. Just a short drive to downtown Boston. We take pride in maintaining our grounds and amenities with a professional 24-hour maintenance crew. You will find our staff is friendly, welcoming, and ready to provide the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,466
Median Age
36
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,814
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,735
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
16.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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