Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Lowell, IL
$299,727Median listing price
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About Lowell
Lowell is a small town with rural roots in southern Lake County, surrounded by farmland. Housing is affordable — modest single-family homes on generous lots, with newer subdivisions on the outskirts.
Home prices in Lowell
The median listing price in Lowell is $299,727.
Top places in Lowell
- Buckley Homestead County Park
- Downtown Lowell historic Main Street.
- Evergreen Park and town sports fields.
- Lowell Public Library.
- Surrounding farmland and rural roads.
- Nearby Cedar Lake and its lakefront (short drive north).
Commuting from Lowell
- No commuter rail in town; nearest South Shore Line access is in Dyer (Munster/Dyer station, Monon Corridor) or Hammond.
- Approximate drive to downtown Chicago: ~70–85 minutes (approximate; longer with traffic).
Lowell FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lowell, IL?
The median listing price in Lowell is $299,727. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lowell, IL?
No commuter rail in town; nearest South Shore Line access is in Dyer (Munster/Dyer station, Monon Corridor) or Hammond.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.