Real Estate Investing in Lowell, Ohio

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 2,164 • Washington County

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Should you buy in Lowell, OH? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (65/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 25.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.8% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $164,296
Avg Monthly Rent $882
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Lowell Real Estate

Across Lowell's 1 ZIPs, the picture is thin: $164K median values, $882/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

The investment case for Lowell is difficult to make on screen data alone. a stretch for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Rents in Lowell at $882/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Lowell a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$164,296
Avg Monthly Rent
$882
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (OH)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Marietta, OH metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Marietta, OH metro
0
Days to pending
7.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Lowell, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lowell, OH

How tight is the rental market in Lowell, OH?

Lowell, OH carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect predictable absorption at market rents of $882/mo.

What is the average monthly rent in Lowell, OH?

Expect rents around $882/mo per month in Lowell, OH. With home values at $164K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Lowell, OH?

The tenant pool in Lowell, OH is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $882/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Is Lowell, OH a friendly market for rental owners?

For rental operators, Lowell, OH rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Is Lowell, OH better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Lowell, OH investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($164K prices, $882/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

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