2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lowell, MA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lowell, Massachusetts as of July 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $2,316 and +24% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Lowell
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Lowell
Compare Lowell's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Bedford | $1,380 |
| 2 | Chicopee | $1,390 |
| 3 | Holyoke | $1,390 |
| 4 | Westfield | $1,440 |
| 5 | Gardner | $1,470 |
| 6 | Spencer | $1,500 |
| 7 | Webster | $1,500 |
| 8 | Springfield | $1,510 |
| 9 | Fall River | $1,530 |
| 10 | Fitchburg | $1,570 |
| 11 | Pittsfield | $1,630 |
| 12 | Leominster | $1,740 |
| 13 | Attleboro | $1,800 |
| 14 | Clinton | $1,820 |
| 15 | Worcester | $1,878 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexington | $4,210 |
| 2 | Wellesley | $3,990 |
| 3 | Brookline | $3,923 |
| 4 | Cambridge | $3,858 |
| 5 | Concord | $3,480 |
| 6 | Wilmington | $3,370 |
| 7 | Westford | $3,360 |
| 8 | Somerville | $3,303 |
| 9 | Tewksbury | $3,250 |
| 10 | Burlington | $3,240 |
| 11 | Bedford | $3,230 |
| 12 | Belmont | $3,220 |
| 13 | Boston | $3,200 |
| 14 | Ashland | $3,140 |
| 15 | Winchester | $3,100 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Lowell.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Lowell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford, MA | 4.1 mi | $2,475 | +$420 (+20%) |
| Billerica, MA | 6.2 mi | $2,610 | +$555 (+27%) |
| Tewksbury, MA | 6.7 mi | $3,250 | +$1,195 (+58%) |
| Bedford, MA | 10.2 mi | $3,230 | +$1,175 (+57%) |
| Andover, MA | 11 mi | $2,580 | +$525 (+26%) |
| Burlington, MA | 12.6 mi | $3,240 | +$1,185 (+58%) |
| Concord, MA | 12.7 mi | $3,480 | +$1,425 (+69%) |
| Lexington, MA | 15.1 mi | $4,210 | +$2,155 (+105%) |
| Woburn, MA | 15.6 mi | $2,950 | +$895 (+44%) |
| Derry, NH | 17.6 mi | $1,770 | $-285 (-14%) |
| Winchester, MA | 17.8 mi | $3,100 | +$1,045 (+51%) |
| Waltham, MA | 18.5 mi | $3,087 | +$1,032 (+50%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Lowell — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lowell?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Lowell, Massachusetts is $2,055 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $2,316.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Lowell?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $82,200 ($6,850/month gross), which works out to roughly $39.52/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lowell expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lowell's 2-bedroom median of $2,055 is +24% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 71th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lowell rank for 2-bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 106 cities in Massachusetts with 2-bedroom data, Lowell ranks #24 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Lowell?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Derry ($1,770).