The map shows where residents in Back Central and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
The map shows where residents in Back Central and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.

The most desired areas tend to be in the east parts of the neighborhood, while more affordable homes are in the west regions.
Median house prices in Back Central, Lowell, MA are $359,939, meaning Back Central homes are similar to the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of neighborhoods with similar populations and found homes in Back Central cost less.
Comparing within Lowell, Back Central home prices are less expensive than the city's average of $400,414. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Back Central, Lowell, MA.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Back Central varies moderately.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Back Central, Lowell, MA average a SchoolGrade of D- with 24% actual proficiency vs 29% projected. Overall, schools in Back Central, Lowell, MA don't meet expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Back Central, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)