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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Downtown location
  • Gas range
  • Fridge
  • No smoking

Location

197 Appleton St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA|Downtown Lowell
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Management

La Belle Maison LLC

Leasing office

(978) 683-0100

Property Overview

Appleton Street Apartments achieves an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.7, indicating strong appeal for renters. With top scores in amenities and price ratings, residents enjoy a wealth of features such as stainless steel appliances and a downtown location at a competitive price. Additionally, the property stands out for its pet-friendly environment, supported by nearby grooming services and parks, contributing to an overall trustworthy and exceptional living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Appleton Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Appleton Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath200 sqft$1,100 /mo1 unit availablePRICE DROPPED TO $1,100.00! Are you looking for a modern SMALL and cozy place, and don't need a lot space? This tiny studio, central air-conditioned with large ceramic tile bathroom is for you! Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, video intercom, on-site laundry facilities. Tenant must have first month's rent $1,100, last month's rent $1,100 and one month's security deposit $1,100. No pets, no water aquariums. No smoking in or around the building. Third-floor unit. Tenant is responsible for all utilities including domestic water usage which is separately metered, heat, gas and electric. PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT LBMRE. COM-NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE MUST UPLOAD IDENTIFICATION AND PROOF OF INCOME. WE DO CREDIT AND BACKGROUND CHECK.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,650 /mo1 unit availablePLEASE GO TO LBMRE. COM TO APPLY One-bedroom apartment with living room and a cozy kitchen. Refinished hardwood floors. Located downtown, a short walk to the new courthouse and transportation center. Freshly painted. Stainless steel over-the-range microwave, gas range & fridge. Granite Countertops. Video intercom. Parking available. Coin-op laundry on site. Tenant must have 1st month's rent, last month's rent, and one month's security deposit to move in. NO PETS OR SMOKING. These apartments are priced below market!

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Amenities for Appleton Street Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning
Granite CountertopsHardwood Floor

Appliances

Stainless RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
Stainless Steel Over-The-Range MicrowaveStainless Steel Range

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry
Video Intercom

Neighborhood

Downtown Location
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units26
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About Appleton Street Apartments

HomeApartments in LowellDowntown Lowell Appleton Street Apartments

PRICE DROPPED TO $1,100.00! Are you looking for a modern SMALL and cozy place, and don't need a lot space? This tiny studio, central air-conditioned with large ceramic tile bathroom is for you! Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, video intercom, on-site laundry facilities. Tenant must have first month's rent $1,100, last month's rent $1,100 and one month's security deposit $1,100. No pets, no water aquariums. No smoking in or around the building. Third-floor unit. Tenant is responsible for all utilities including domestic water usage which is separately metered, heat, gas and electric. PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT LBMRE. COM-NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE MUST UPLOAD IDENTIFICATION AND PROOF OF INCOME. WE DO CREDIT AND BACKGROUND CHECK.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Appleton Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Appleton Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Appleton Street Apartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Appleton Street Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Downtown Lowell. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Appleton Street Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—cats allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Appleton Street Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Appleton Street Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Appleton Street Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Appleton Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 390 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Downtown Lowell

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 28% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Lowell.

Median rents as of Dec 20 2025.
Downtown Lowell
Lowell
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lowell
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$1,877
February 2024$1,822
March 2024$1,924
April 2024$1,922
May 2024$1,906
June 2024$1,912
July 2024$1,905
August 2024$1,927
September 2024$1,847
October 2024$1,775
November 2024$1,791
December 2024$1,953
January 2025$1,923
February 2025$1,854
March 2025$1,800
April 2025$1,819
May 2025$1,908
June 2025$1,920
July 2025$1,993
August 2025$1,935
September 2025$1,852
October 2025$1,798
November 2025$1,781
December 2025$1,798
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Lowell
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$1,892
February 2024$2,118
March 2024$2,166
April 2024$2,198
May 2024$1,898
June 2024$2,039
July 2024$2,041
August 2024$1,978
September 2024$1,940
October 2024$1,820
November 2024$1,922
December 2024$2,039
January 2025$2,118
February 2025$2,202
March 2025$2,010
April 2025$1,906
May 2025$1,920
June 2025$1,968
July 2025$2,058
August 2025$2,104
September 2025$2,148
October 2025$2,189
November 2025$2,194
December 2025$2,298

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near Appleton Street Apartments

Moody Elementary School

158 rogers st

lowell, MA, 1852

PK, K-4Public
C

Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School

235 powell st

lowell, MA, 1851

3-8Public

John J. Shaughnessy Elementary School

1158 gorham st

lowell, MA, 1852

PK, K-4Public
C+

Greenhalge Elementary School

149 ennell st

lowell, MA, 1850

PK, K-4Public
C

Washington Elementary School

795 wilder st

lowell, MA, 1851

PK, K-4Public
C+
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Getting around Lowell near 197 Appleton St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 197 Appleton St, Lowell

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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