85 Seneca St, Lowell, MA, 01852
About This Home
Spacious single-family home located in the desirable South Lowell area, offering convenient access to highways, schools, and local amenities. This property features 10 rooms, including 6+ bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and a large driveway accommodating 5+ vehicles. Enjoy a level backyard and a generously sized storage shed, ideal for additional storage or hobbies.Recent updates include two gas heating systems, central air conditioning on the upper level, a gas hot water tank, and renovated bathrooms.This must-see property offers endless possibilities, including potential two-family conversion or addition of an ADU, subject to buyer and buyer’s agent due diligence and all required approvals. Open house Sunday May 17th from 2pm to 3:30pm
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Materials
- Foundation: Irregular
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,Block
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Other (See Remarks)
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Garage Access
Bathroom1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom2
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Features
- Sitting Room,Bedroom
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood
- Finished area above ground: 4,025
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,025
- Total interior livable area: 4,025 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:209 B:5255 L:85,3193969
- Zoning: TTF
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio,Storage,Stone Wall
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Under,Paved Drive,Off Street,Driveway,Stone/Gravel,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,033 | $36,396 |
| Home Insurance * | $179 | $2,148 |
| Property Taxes | $556 | $6,672 |
| Electricity | $793 | $9,524 |
| Total | $4,561 | $54,732 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-27 | Listed for sale | $649,900 |
| 2022-02-04 | Sold | $450,000 |
| 2021-11-17 | Listed for sale | $449,000 |
| 2021-10-29 | Listing removed | $449,000 |
| 2021-08-16 | Price change | $495,000 |
| 2021-06-21 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2004-01-26 | Sold | $324,000 |
| 2003-07-24 | Sold | $135,000 |
| 1988-10-07 | Sold | $165,000 |
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