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81 5th Ave Lowell — Photo 1 of 28

81 5th Ave Lowell — Photo 1 of 28

$639,900

81 5th Ave, Lowell, MA 01854

Lowell, MA 01854

Investor Analysis

Beds

5

Baths

3

SqFt

2,359

Style

Single Family

Built

1930

Well maintained colonial located in pawtucketville section steps from UMass Lowell. This 4/5 bedroom, 3 bath home has many updates to include gleaming hardwood floors, new carpet, new paint. The home also has a new lifetime warranty architectural roof, vinyl siding, updated electric, expansive driveway, and large fenced in yard. The basement is also partially finished with 2 rooms, 3/4 bath and plenty of storage.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$271/sqft
Local Avg (Lowell)$296/sqft
8% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Lowell, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$639,900
Annual Taxes$5,370

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Tile, Carpet
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingSteam, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationIrregular
ZoningTTF

Property & Lot

Acres0.17
SqFt Lot7,405
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Primary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomKitchenBedroom 4Bathroom 1
Basement
Family RoomBedroom 5Bathroom 3
Living Room
Lvl First

14.4 x 11.8

Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl First

20 x 14.1

Family Room
Lvl Basement

7.3 x 13.9

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second

12 x 13.4

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

12.7 x 9.11

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

12 x 11.8

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4
Lvl First

10.7 x 11.8

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 5
Lvl Basement

13.9 x 12.11

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

4.11 x 4.1

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

7.2 x 6.11

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Bathroom 3
Lvl Basement

6.5 x 11.2

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall

Property History

Listed
$639,900

Aug 11, 2026

MLS® 73562033

Expired
$644,000

Jul 31, 2026

MLS® 73503296

Listed
$644,000

Apr 16, 2026

MLS® 73503296

Expired
$634,900

Feb 28, 2026

MLS® 73432934

Terminated
$3,800

Jan 20, 2026

MLS® 73440694

Listed
$3,800

Oct 7, 2025

MLS® 73440694

Listed
$634,900

Sep 18, 2025

MLS® 73432934

Population

30,081

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$73K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

62.2%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,359 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,405 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Lowell, MA market report ZIP 01854 market data
Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Timothy R. Shanahan

Listing Office: Merrimack Realty Group, Chelmsford

MLS® Number: 73562033

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