Price Change!! Over 3,000?sq?ft across from Lowell General with Merrimack River views! This rare 4+ bed, 2-bath home offers nearly double the space of most homes in this price range. Features include hardwood floors, 1st-floor bed & bath, walk-up attic, enclosed 3-season porch, and a flexible layout ideal for multigenerational living, in-law setup or home office. The detached 2-car garage has an upper level with ADU/income potential. Investors and DIY buyers take note: strong upside with personal updates. Walk to the riverfront, Heritage Park, and downtown events. Low cost per sq?ft makes this one of the best values in Lowell. Just 2 miles to the commuter rail and public transit. Live large or earn smart in one of Lowell’s most convenient locations! Down payment assistance available to eligible buyers. Don't miss this opportunity.
Sold for $535,000
$535,000
228 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854
4beds
3,030sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$539,500 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$3,339 Estimated rent
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Hardwood floorsMerrimack river viewsFlexible layout
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Listed by:
Antonio J. Lopes 857-417-8344,
M7 Real Estate Group 857-417-8344
Bought with:
North Shore and More Team
eXp Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73368878
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,030
- Total interior livable area: 3,030 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,030
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
Lot
- Size: 5,663 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: M:83 B:5880 L:228,3177979
- Zoning: SSF
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Lowell
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Sold | $535,000-2.7%$177/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73368878 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Contingent | $549,900$181/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73368878 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Price change | $549,900-3.4%$181/sqft |
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| 7/13/2025 | Price change | $569,000-1.9%$188/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Price change | $579,900-1.7%$191/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $589,900+0.2%$195/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73368878 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listing removed | $589,000$194/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73301706 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2024 | Contingent | $589,000$194/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73301706 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $589,000+99.7%$194/sqft |
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| 12/5/2016 | Sold | $295,000-7.8%$97/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2016 | Pending sale | $319,900$106/sqft |
Source: Century 21 North Shore/Dolan & Kane #72009096 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2016 | Price change | $319,900-3%$106/sqft |
Source: Dolan & Kane Real Estate #72009096 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2016 | Listed for sale | $329,900$109/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,319 +5.6% | $637,500 +9.5% |
| 2024 | $6,932 +6.5% | $582,000 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $6,508 +6.8% | $524,000 +15.8% |
| 2022 | $6,091 | $452,500 |
| 2021 | $6,091 +0.4% | $452,500 -0.3% |
| 2020 | $6,065 +2.7% | $454,000 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $5,907 +11.8% | $420,700 +14.5% |
| 2018 | $5,285 +6.1% | $367,300 +10% |
| 2017 | $4,983 +6.2% | $334,000 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $4,694 | $309,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Pawtucketville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Joseph McAvinnue Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Bartlett Community Partnership SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Lowell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mcavinnue
- Middle: Bartlett
- High: Lowell High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Lowell
- 01854
- Pawtucketville
- 228 Varnum Ave
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