Centralville
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.”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jay McHugh
Jay McHugh
Responds QuicklyLAER Realty Partners
(339) 666-1524
68 Total Sales
1 in Centralville
$360,000 Price
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Kelly Dimbat
Kelly Dimbat
Responds QuicklyLamacchia Realty, Inc.
(781) 557-4147
131 Total Sales
1 in Centralville
$480,000 Price
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Gunilla Rubino
Gunilla Rubino
Coldwell Banker Realty
(351) 208-1129
57 Total Sales
1 in Centralville
$389,000 Price
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Roc Noelsaint
Roc Noelsaint
Responds Quickly(781) 645-4872
35 Total Sales
4 in Centralville
$525K - $655K Price Range
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Jim Serino
Jim Serino
Coldwell Banker Realty
(833) 657-4492
75 Total Sales
2 in Centralville
$170K - $575K Price Range
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Rachel Imlach
Rachel Imlach
Woods Real Estate
(978) 622-2290
24 Total Sales
1 in Centralville
$215,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
George McDermott Reservoir
Gage Field
Kittredge Park
Kerouac Park
McPherson Park
Hovey Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Centralville | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Centralville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Centralville, Lowell sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Centralville, Lowell over the last 12 months is $370,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$482,500
Median Sale Price
$370,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$439,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$360,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
83
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$338
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,901
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,587
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,635
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
999
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
603
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,400 - $1,900 per month
- Barker Avenue Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 240 Barker Ave
- Lowell, MA
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Average Home Value
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
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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