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23 Houghton St., Lowell MA 01851

Lowell, MA 01851 • Highlands
$650,000
Est. $3,979/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,759
Sq Ft
$370
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1910
Year Built
1
Garage Space
60
Days on Market
Active Listed May 6, 2026 • MLS# 73514073 Copied! • Updated Jun 22, 2026

About this home

Welcome to 23 Houghton St, located in the desirable Highlands neighborhood. This amazingly well maintained, LEAD-FREE home with 9’ ceilings has undergone EXTENSIVE RENOVATIONS. Enjoy important updates inc 50 year roof, 200amp, new windows & doors, remodeled kitchen/baths, hardwood/tile throughout, and a stunning yard with gazebo, SALTWATER pool & IRRIGATED lush lawn. Your own private retreat for summer fun & BBQs!! Inside, large living areas bathe in sunlight from abundant windows. 4 bedrooms plus office offers flexibility and a first floor bed option, workspace, or just extra living space. A welcoming 3 season porch provides a cozy spot to relax & enjoy the outdoors nearly all year long. With its updates, layout, and outdoor amenities, you'll surely enjoy comfort, convenience, and THE LIFESTYLE YOU'VE BEEN DREAMING OF! There is also a great lot/opportunity for an ADU (owners may be open to removing the pool). Open House this Sunday, May 31 from 12-2pm!

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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
May 6, 2026
$650,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Hudson Office: Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $5,910 $535,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,910
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$535,600

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,759 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Sun Room, Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Other
Pool Above Ground
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Screened, Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $5,910
Assessed Value $535,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures Subject To Seller Securing Suitable Housing. First Floor Bedroom Does Not Have A Closet. Buyer And Buyer Agent To Do Due Diligence.
Exclusions Lg Fridge To Be Replaced W/Kenmore Fridge In Basement, Tv & Bracket, Bidets, Bath Vacuum, Freezer
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Appraiser
Sq Ft Disclosures Does not include 3 season porch. All measurements are approx & provided by 3rd party sources.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 47 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,759 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
6.25 x 6
Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom4
10.25 x 1.833333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room
13.666666666 x 16.666666666
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
13 x 20.666666666
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, Exterior Access, Remodeled
Living Room
13.583333333 x 12.833333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan

Second Floor

Bedroom3
14.25 x 9.583333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom2
11.833333333 x 6.166666666
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom2
11 x 11.666666666
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
11 x 11.583333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Office
10 x 9.833333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bathroom3
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Sun Room, Office
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Other
Patio & Porch: Porch, Screened, Patio
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage: 100.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Pool: Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
School District
Lowell School District local
C-
School Safety 2024-25
3.0% Above Average
2.8% Suspensions 0.8% In-School 0.2% Emergency
2.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Lowell Catholic School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Community Christian Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
B
Rogers STEM Academy
1.1 mi | #8 of 16 | Score: 33.9
Improved 265 spots from last year
-24.3 below state avg
892 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
B
Lowell Community Charter Public School
1.2 mi | #158 of 352 | Score: 43.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
816 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Hellenic American Academy
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Bartlett Community Partnership School
1.4 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 34.8
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.4 below state avg
408 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Patrick School and Educational Center
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Immaculate Conception School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Pyne Arts School
1.8 mi | #174 of 352 | Score: 42.6
Improved 52 spots from last year
-15.6 below state avg
462 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C+
Collegiate Charter School of Lowell
1.9 mi | #238 of 346 | Score: 47.5
Improved 27 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
1,212 students Very Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
M

Middle Schools

7 schools
Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School
< 0.1 mi
15 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 01-08
B+
James S Daley Middle School
0.6 mi | #120 of 352 | Score: 47.3
Improved 55 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
669 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C-
Benjamin F. Butler Middle School
1.0 mi | #303 of 352 | Score: 31.0
Dropped 47 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
516 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
B-
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School
1.2 mi | #198 of 352 | Score: 40.6
Improved 18 spots from last year
-17.6 below state avg
613 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C
Dr. An Wang School
2.1 mi | #255 of 352 | Score: 35.9
Improved 38 spots from last year
-22.3 below state avg
663 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C
James Sullivan Middle School
2.4 mi | #267 of 352 | Score: 34.8
Improved 38 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
625 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
C-
Henry J Robinson Middle School
2.6 mi | #288 of 352 | Score: 32.5
Improved 31 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
600 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
F
The Career Academy
0.6 mi | #25 of 25 | Score: 14.1
Improved 363 spots from last year
-44.1 below state avg
83 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
F
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School
1.5 mi | #339 of 346 | Score: 21.1
Improved 7 spots from last year
-37.1 below state avg
126 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Old Colony Y Lowell Revocation Program
1.5 mi
Grades 09-12
D
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School
2.1 mi | #376 of 346 | Score: 32.8
Same rank as last year
36 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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23 Houghton St., Lowell MA 01851

Lowell, MA 01851

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Hudson
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
Office Phone 978-692-3280
Agent MLS ID CT002704
Office MLS ID G95166
Listing Data Updated Jun 22, 2026 11:31 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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