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Renovated Mixed-Use Property
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$925,000

18 Appleton, Lowell, MA 01852

Four-story building combining ground-floor retail with updated residential units and UMU zoning.

Property Size5,066 SF
Price / SF$182.59
Days on Market177

Property Features for 18 Appleton

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,066 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family
Zoning UMU
Net Operating Income $76,800

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Public Transit Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $18,697

Building Details

Building Size 5,066 SF
Year Built 1940
Buildings 1
Stories 4
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Listed By: Michelle Rivera
Source: Churchillprop
Added: Apr 21 Changed: Oct 6 Last Checked: Oct 12 at 5:29PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This four-story mixed-use property contains 5,066 square feet and was built in 1940. Renovation work completed within the last five years included a new rubber roof along with plumbing, electrical, and heating-system upgrades. The building includes a first-floor retail space, while the residential units feature FHA and central AC, new hardwood flooring, fresh paint, and updated kitchens with white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Open living and dining areas provide natural light, and basement laundry hookups add functional support space.

Located at 18 Appleton in Downtown Lowell, the property offers access to the Lowell Connector and MBTA Commuter Rail. Municipal parking garages, dining, theater, parks, and schools are nearby. The property is zoned UMU and combines commercial and residential components within a single building.

Key Highlights

  • 5,066 SF, four‑story mixed‑use property built in 1940
  • Renovated within the last five years
  • New rubber roof, plumbing, electrical, and heating systems

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$83,893
Cap Rate
9.07%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,677,860 $1.7M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,198,471 $1.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$932,144 $932.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,066 SF
Gross rent
$145.9K $28.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$11.7K −$2.30/SF
EGI
$134.2K $26.50/SF
− OpEx
−$50.3K −$9.94/SF
NOI
$83.9K $16.56/SF
Area
Lowell, MA
Vacancy
8.00%
Lease Rate
$28.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,677,860
Cap Rate 7%
$1,198,471
Cap Rate 9%
$932,144

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$1.29M
$1.13M – $1.51M (±1% cap)
NOI $90,370 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.77%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$1.20M
$1.05M – $1.40M (±1% cap)
NOI $83,893 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.07%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.78M
$1.56M – $2.08M (±1% cap)
NOI $124,813 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 13.49%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Wayne Towing ServicesInc. Auto Repair Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Skin Care Clinic Real Estate Agency Acupuncture (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Storage Facility Florist

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,293
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 01852, MA

36,708
Population
15,363
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
33%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
5.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
7,342
Density / Sq Mi
$77,058
Median Household Income
$48,976
Median Earnings
$1,567
Median Rent
$397,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Four-story building combining ground-floor retail with updated residential units and UMU zoning.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 18 Appleton Lowell, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $925,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5,066 SF, four‑story mixed‑use property built in 1940; Renovated within the last five years; New rubber roof, plumbing, electrical, and heating systems
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