228 University Ave, Lowell MA 01854

Lowell, MA 01854

$3,200/mo

5

Beds

2.5

Baths

1,652

Sq Ft

3,485

Lot Sq Ft

1930

Year Built

2

Parking

Single Family Residence

Type

New today

Time on Market

For Rent Listed Nov 7, 2026 • MLS# 73600046 Copied! • Updated Nov 7, 2026

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About this home

Five-bedroom single-family home for rent right next to the University of Massachusetts Lowell, on University Avenue in Lowell. Two off-street parking spots included. A spacious layout with room to spread out, in a location that puts the university, downtown Lowell, dining and major routes close by. Rent is $3,200 per month. First month, last month and a security deposit are required to move in. Contact the listing office to schedule a showing.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

98.7%

Price Range

3

Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠

Listed for Rent

Nov 7, 2026

$3,200

Original listing

Agent: Christian Doherty Office: Doherty Properties

Previous Transaction - MLS #72208312

Full transaction history available when tracking began

🏷️

Previously Sold

Aug 18, 2017

$253,000

MLS #72208312

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Previous Transaction - MLS #70074559

Full transaction history available when tracking began

🏷️

Previously Sold

Oct 15, 2004

$250,000

MLS #70074559

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Previous Transaction - MLS #30616488

Full transaction history available when tracking began

🏷️

Previously Sold

Jul 26, 2002

$239,900

MLS #30616488

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Detailed History Table ▼

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
11/07/2026	🏠 Listed for Rent	$3,200	-	-	Original listing
08/18/2017	🏷️ Previously Sold	$253,000	-	-	MLS #72208312
10/15/2004	🏷️ Previously Sold	$250,000	-	-	MLS #70074559
07/26/2002	🏷️ Previously Sold	$239,900	-	-	MLS #30616488

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1930

Living Area 1,652 sq ft

Lot Size 3,485 sq ft

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 8

Rental Details

Available Available Now

Lease Term Term of Rental(12)

Rent Includes Occupancy Only

Security Deposit $3,200

Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance

Pets No

Pet Policy No Pets

Interior

Heating Oil, Steam

Cooling None

Flooring None

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace None

Basement None

Laundry In Basement, In Unit

Features None

Exterior

Construction None

Architecture None

Roof None

Features Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Parking

Features None

Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None

Water None

Sewer None

Gas None

Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type []

Sq Ft Source Field Card

Sq Ft Disclosures Tenant to verify measurements. Seller and Listing Agent did not measure.

Documents None

County Middlesex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 61 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Rent

Year Built

1930

Bedrooms

5

Full Bathrooms

2

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

1,652 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Entry Level

1

Floor Layout

Interactive room guide Explore Floor Layout 2 levels · 11 rooms Open ›

Interior Features

Flooring:

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement:

Laundry: In Basement, In Unit

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1930

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials:

Roof:

Foundation:

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Oil, Steam

Cooling:

Hot Water:

Water Source:

Sewer:

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Patio & Porch: Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2

Parking Features:

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

E

Elementary Schools

10 schools

St. Jeanne D'Arc Elementary School

< 0.1 mi

Grades PK-08

C

Bartlett Community Partnership School

0.8 mi | #270 of 352 | Score: 34.7

Improved 16 spots from last year

-23.5 below state avg

488 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-08

St. Patrick School and Educational Center

0.9 mi

Grades PK-08

St. Louis Elementary School

1.1 mi

Grades PK-08

Hellenic American Academy

1.1 mi

Grades PK-08

B

Lowell Community Charter Public School

1.4 mi | #154 of 352 | Score: 44.1

Improved 33 spots from last year

-14.2 below state avg

815 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance

Grades PK-08

Community Christian Academy

1.4 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: 34.3

Improved 265 spots from last year

-23.9 below state avg

895 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades K-08

M

Middle Schools

7 schools

B-

Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School

1.0 mi | #199 of 352 | Score: 40.7

Improved 17 spots from last year

-17.5 below state avg

608 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 05-08

C+

Dr. An Wang School

1.1 mi | #249 of 352 | Score: 36.2

Improved 44 spots from last year

-22 below state avg

669 students Very Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 05-08

C-

Henry J Robinson Middle School

1.5 mi | #288 of 352 | Score: 32.7

Improved 31 spots from last year

-25.5 below state avg

580 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 05-08

Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School

2.1 mi

15 students Diverse

Grades 01-08

B+

James S Daley Middle School

2.2 mi | #128 of 352 | Score: 46.6

Improved 47 spots from last year

-11.6 below state avg

686 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 05-08

C

Benjamin F. Butler Middle School

2.5 mi | #260 of 352 | Score: 35.7

Dropped 4 spots from last year

-22.5 below state avg

488 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 05-08

C

James Sullivan Middle School

2.8 mi | #267 of 352 | Score: 34.9

Improved 38 spots from last year

-23.3 below state avg

606 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 05-08

H

High Schools

4 schools

Old Colony Y Lowell Revocation Program

0.9 mi

Grades 09-12

F

Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School

1.3 mi | #337 of 346 | Score: 22.3

Improved 9 spots from last year

-35.9 below state avg

124 students Diverse

College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body

Grades 09-12

F

The Career Academy

1.6 mi | #25 of 25 | Score: 18.1

Improved 363 spots from last year

-40.1 below state avg

108 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

31 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 09-12

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228 University Ave, Lowell MA 01854

Lowell, MA 01854

Listing Information

Listing Agent Christian Doherty

Listing Office Doherty Properties

Office Phone 978-746-0124

Agent MLS ID CT003020

Office MLS ID AC0904

Listing Data Updated Nov 7, 2026 6:48 PM EST

Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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