Lovingly owned for over 70 years by the same family, this charming 1910 home is ready for its new owners to create memories and write a new chapter of their own. Set in Lowell’s highly sought after Belvidere neighborhood, it offers the character of another era, with tree-lined sidewalks and a welcoming community feel. The details tell the story: crown molding, distinctive railings, glass doorknobs, a coffered ceiling, and even a classic door knocker. A wide entry foyer welcomes you inside, where the spacious front-to-back living room features a fireplace. The formal dining room awaits your personal touch, while a den or sitting room overlooks the backyard and opens to a screened porch. A vintage kitchen adds to the home’s timeless appeal. Venture upstairs via the front formal staircase, or the back staircase, to four bedrooms with hardwood floors, including one with a private half bath and a shared full bath. Additional features include a walk-up attic with newer spray-foam insulation. A side entry leads to a newer driveway and detached two-car garage. The level backyard offers room to relax which can be enjoyed by reading or entertaining and viewing from the screened porch. With over 2,200 square feet of living space, four bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and a two-car garage, this home offers a rare opportunity and wonderful canvas to appreciate its original character while making it your own. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from local parks, the vibrant dining and culture of downtown Lowell, major commuter routes 495 or , and the local elementary and middle schools are just 0.3 miles away. OPEN HOUSES - Sat & Sun, November 14 &15th (11am to 1pm).
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$266Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Catherine Zerba• Keller Williams Gateway Realty
Belvidere, located between the Merrimack River and Fort Hill Park, is a residential and historic Lowell neighborhood with hilltop streets and river-edge views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Rogers Fort Hill Park area, where winding roads, stone walls, and a quiet, walk-and-pause atmosphere frame the daily rhythm. Large Victorian and Colonial Revival homes sit beside mid-century residences, giving the blocks a layered architectural feel. The riverfront edge reads as scenic and contemplative, with paths and overlooks shaping outdoor time. Cultural gravity comes from nearby Lowell Memorial Auditorium, the Whistler House Museum of Art, and the Lowell National Historical Park visitor sites. A short drive connects to downtown’s dining and galleries, while Belvidere itself stays defined by greenery and elevation.
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Market insights
16 Douglas Rd · $599,900
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.6%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$599,900
Median sale price in this area is $812,348. (35% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
26% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Home office
Walk-up attic
Coffered living room ceiling
Living room fireplace
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms on the second floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom, both on the second floor
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood, wood, laminate, and vinyl flooring
Heating & cooling
Steam heating
Natural gas
Exterior features
Screened porch
Level lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Detached garage
Paved driveway
Off-street tandem parking
5 parking spaces, including 1 garage space and 4 open spaces
Construction
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electrical service
HOA & community
Community amenities include public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, golf, medical facilities, highway access, houses of worship, private and public schools, and a university
Electricity and solar
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Suburban Neighborhood Residential Districts are designed to preserve, promote, and enhance the neighborhood character of Lowell’s newer residential areas. The SSF district emphasizes single-family homes, while the SMF encourages suburban-scale apartment and condominium developments.
Permitted uses
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Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
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Lowell, MA • 01852
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Lowell. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 16 Douglas Rd
$599,394
$506 under list price of $600K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $530K to $860K.