256 University Ave, Lowell MA 01854
Lowell, MA 01854 • Pawtucketville
$575,000
Est. $3,603/month
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**Contractors Special! ** to be delivered vacant. Discover a unique opportunity at 256 University Ave, Lowell, MA with off street parking. This multifamily property offers two stories of living space with expansion possibilities and plenty of potential for renovation & customization. Each unit offers three bedrooms, nicely sized kitchens and living rooms and full baths. The attic may offer potential for additional living space. 1st floor has an updated High Efficiency Furnace. Close to UMass Lowell, shopping, restaurants and easy access to downtown! Bring your vision and transform this property into a valuable investment opportunity. Cash or construction loan only.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Aug 17, 2026
$575,000
Original listing
Agent: Raymond Boutin
Office: RE/MAX Innovative Properties
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $575,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,941 | $517,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,941
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$517,500
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1910
Living Area
2,404 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Stories
2
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
12
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Range
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Living Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,941
Assessed Value
$517,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Buyers And Buyers Agents To Perform Due Diligence.
Exclusions
Washer And Dryers Will Not Convey.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
DO NOT ENTER THE 2ND FL PORCH. The 2nd fl heating isnt attached/Cant be verified as operational.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,404 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
2
Levels
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,404 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Living Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street
Nearby Schools
School District
Lowell School District local
C-
School Safety
2024-25
3.0%
Above Average
2.8%
Suspensions
0.8%
In-School
0.2%
Emergency
2.5% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. Jeanne D'Arc Elementary School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Bartlett Community Partnership School
0.8 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 34.8
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.4 below state avg
408 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Patrick School and Educational Center
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Louis Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Hellenic American Academy
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Lowell Community Charter Public School
1.5 mi
|
#158 of 352
|
Score: 43.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
816 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Community Christian Academy
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
St. Michael Elementary School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Lowell Youth Treatment Center
1.6 mi
Grades 01-12
B
Rogers STEM Academy
1.7 mi
|
#8 of 16
|
Score: 33.9
Improved 265 spots from last year
-24.3 below state avg
892 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
7 schools
B-
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School
1.0 mi
|
#198 of 352
|
Score: 40.6
Improved 18 spots from last year
-17.6 below state avg
613 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C
Dr. An Wang School
1.1 mi
|
#255 of 352
|
Score: 35.9
Improved 38 spots from last year
-22.3 below state avg
663 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C-
Henry J Robinson Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#288 of 352
|
Score: 32.5
Improved 31 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
600 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School
2.1 mi
15 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 01-08
B+
James S Daley Middle School
2.3 mi
|
#120 of 352
|
Score: 47.3
Improved 55 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
669 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C-
Benjamin F. Butler Middle School
2.6 mi
|
#303 of 352
|
Score: 31.0
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
516 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C
James Sullivan Middle School
2.8 mi
|
#267 of 352
|
Score: 34.8
Improved 38 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
625 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
High Schools
4 schools
Old Colony Y Lowell Revocation Program
1.0 mi
Grades 09-12
F
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School
1.4 mi
|
#339 of 346
|
Score: 21.1
Improved 7 spots from last year
-37.1 below state avg
126 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
F
The Career Academy
1.6 mi
|
#25 of 25
|
Score: 14.1
Improved 363 spots from last year
-44.1 below state avg
83 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
D
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School
2.8 mi
|
#376 of 346
|
Score: 32.8
Same rank as last year
36 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Pawtucketville
256 University Ave, Lowell MA 01854
Lowell, MA 01854
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Raymond Boutin
Listing Office
RE/MAX Innovative Properties
Office Phone
978-452-4432
Agent MLS ID
D0001895
Office MLS ID
AN5830
Listing Data Updated
Aug 20, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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