Is Lowell, VT 05847 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Lowell is a balanced market. With about 5.6 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Lowell housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Lowell, VT 05847 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 180 days and there were 5.6 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. With only 4 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 50%, homes sold more slowly (33 days then) and the median sale price rose 69% to $309,316. Overall, Lowell is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Orleans County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Newport Center 05857 (50% sold over asking) and Westfield 05874 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Lowell real estate
Is Lowell a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 5.6 months of supply in Lowell, VT 05847 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Lowell?
The typical home went under contract in 180 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Lowell sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 90.8% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Lowell?
About 1.65% of a home’s value a year in Orleans County, or roughly $6,600 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Lowell?
The median sale price was $309,316 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $156 per square foot.
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