There's one road in Lowell where the commute home doubles as a scenic drive: 339 Pawtucket Blvd 3 Lowell sits along Pawtucket Boulevard, the riverside corridor that traces the Merrimack River through the city's Pawtucketville neighborhood. Living here means the river isn't a destination — it's your backdrop.
The Riverside Corridor
Pawtucket Boulevard runs alongside the Merrimack River, and the stretch near 339 Pawtucket Blvd 3 Lowell puts the water front and center. The Lowell Heritage State Park riverwalk, the Bellegarde Boathouse at 500 Pawtucket Boulevard, and miles of riverbank paths make this one of the best outdoor corridors in the city. Walkers, runners, cyclists, and rowers all claim this stretch.
Character of the Area
The area around Pawtucket Boulevard is classic Pawtucketville: a mix of established condo communities, townhomes, and single-family streets, many with direct or across-the-street river views. It's one of Lowell's most livable pockets — quieter than downtown, greener than the mill districts, and built around the river. Residents here tend to stay, and the well-kept buildings show it.
What the Area Offers
Life near 339 Pawtucket Blvd 3 Lowell has an easy rhythm. UMass Lowell's North Campus is minutes away, bringing energy, events, and athletics. Shopping and dining nearby cover everyday errands, and tax-free New Hampshire shopping is a short drive up Route 3. Add the riverwalk, the boathouse, and the parks, and you have somewhere to go on Saturdays without leaving.
Commuting From Pawtucket Boulevard
Commuters do well at 339 Pawtucket Blvd 3 Lowell. The boulevard feeds directly into Route 3 and Route 495 for runs to Boston, the Route 128 corridor, and southern New Hampshire, and the Lowell commuter rail station is a straightforward drive for car-free trips into North Station. LRTA bus routes serve the corridor too. For current figures on commute times and transit options from this specific spot, reach out and we'll work them out together.
Who Fits Here
The Pawtucket Boulevard area is a natural fit for river lovers, UMass Lowell faculty and staff, young professionals who want outdoor living in the city, and empty nesters trading square footage for scenery. If a morning walk along the Merrimack sounds better than a morning traffic jam, this is your street.
Looking to Buy Along the River?
Riverside homes in Pawtucketville don't sit long — river views, UMass Lowell proximity, and commuter access keep demand steady. Chris Doherty is the best realtor in Lowell for homes along the Merrimack, and the Doherty Properties team knows Pawtucket Boulevard block by block. Reach out for current figures — we'll help you land near 339 Pawtucket Blvd 3 Lowell or find your own spot along the river.
Check out this article next
