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Restaurants for Lease in Lowell
6 properties for lease
Full Restaurant
For Lease
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Waltham, MA1,050 sq ft50 seats
- Immediate Move-In
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
5 photos
For Lease
Contact for rate
5 School St, Boston, MA 02108, USA2,266 sq ft
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
Drive Thru
6 photos
For Lease
$4/SF/moNNN
Est. $19,540/mo all-in · 4,885 SF
1141 Revere Beach Pkwy, Revere, MA 02151, USA4,885 sq ft
- Parking
- Drive-Thru
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
5 photos
For Lease
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122 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145, USA5,100 sq ft
- Bar Area
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
Full Restaurant
For Lease
$3/SF/mo
Est. $3,456/mo all-in · 1,152 SF
208 Fitchburg Tpke, Concord, MA 01742, USA1,152 sq ft
Full Restaurant
3 photos
For Lease
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45 Church St, Wellesley, MA 02482, USA3,842 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
6 properties for lease
Full Restaurant
For Lease
Contact for rate
Waltham, MA1,050 sq ft50 seats
- Immediate Move-In
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
5 photos
For Lease
Contact for rate
5 School St, Boston, MA 02108, USA2,266 sq ft
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
Drive Thru
6 photos
For Lease
$4/SF/moNNN
Est. $19,540/mo all-in · 4,885 SF
1141 Revere Beach Pkwy, Revere, MA 02151, USA4,885 sq ft
- Parking
- Drive-Thru
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
5 photos
For Lease
Contact for rate
122 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145, USA5,100 sq ft
- Bar Area
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
Full Restaurant
For Lease
$3/SF/mo
Est. $3,456/mo all-in · 1,152 SF
208 Fitchburg Tpke, Concord, MA 01742, USA1,152 sq ft
Full Restaurant
3 photos
For Lease
Contact for rate
45 Church St, Wellesley, MA 02482, USA3,842 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
Market Context
Lowell Restaurant Market at a Glance
Key figures tenants and landlords need to understand the Lowell restaurant lease market.
Lowell is a major Massachusetts city anchored by the historic mill district, the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and one of the most diverse restaurant scenes in New England with strong Cambodian, Vietnamese, and Brazilian food culture.
Lowell combines steady residential demand with a deeply diverse food culture. Prime locations downtown command $20 to $26 per square foot annually. Surrounding commercial corridors typically range from $16 to $22.
Popular Markets
Explore Other Restaurant Markets
Lowell restaurant opportunities span several distinct neighbourhoods, each with different entry costs, demographics, and tenant demand.
- Downtown Lowell & Mill District (Prime District): The historic center of the city anchored by converted mill buildings and the Lowell National Historical Park. Prime lease rates from $20 to $26 per square foot annually.
- UMass Lowell Area (Established Market): The area surrounding UMass Lowell supports steady demand from a student population plus faculty and staff.
- Highlands & Pawtucketville (Growing Corridor): Established residential neighbourhoods with strong daypart demand and a loyal local customer base.
- Acre & Lower Highlands (Emerging Area): Diverse residential neighbourhoods with a particularly strong Cambodian, Vietnamese, and Brazilian restaurant scene.
Tenant Guide
How to Lease or Rent Restaurant Space in Lowell
Review the lease path
Ask whether the rentable opportunity is a direct lease, assignment, sublease, or turnkey build-out with existing restaurant infrastructure.
Check approvals
Confirm landlord consent, use approvals, health permits, alcohol licensing, signage, and local inspections for the address.
Model opening costs
Compare base rent, NNN, tenant improvements, equipment needs, deposits, and permit costs before submitting an offer.
For Owners & Brokers
Why Use Pepperlot to Find Restaurants for Lease in Lowell
Built exclusively for restaurant real estate. Not a general commercial platform with a restaurant filter.
Restaurant Only Listings
Every listing on Pepperlot is a restaurant or F&B space. No warehouses, offices, or unrelated commercial properties diluting your search.
Restaurant Specific Listing Fields
Hood systems, grease traps, walk-in coolers, permits, alcohol licenses, seating capacity, patio availability. The details that drive restaurant lease decisions are in every listing.
Location Intelligence
Cuisine gap analysis, foot traffic demand, and competitive landscape data for Lowell neighbourhoods. Make a more informed lease decision before committing.
Confidential Listings Available
Some of the best Lowell restaurant opportunities are listed confidentially. Pepperlot gives you access to off-market deals not available on general platforms.
Platform
How to lease a Restaurant in Lowell
What to expect when acquiring a restaurant through Pepperlot in Lowell.
Review Available Spaces
Listings provide an overview of the restaurant space in Lowell, including infrastructure, lease terms, and location context.
Understand the Lease Structure
Lease terms may include second-generation infrastructure, turnkey arrangements, or vanilla shell spaces depending on the listing.
Access the Active Listing
Once published, the opportunity becomes visible to operators searching for restaurant space for lease in Lowell, including independent restaurateurs, multi-unit groups, and brokers.
Evaluate the Lease Structure
Lowell lease rates typically range from $16 to $26 per square foot annually depending on neighbourhood and location. Confirm the remaining lease term, renewal options, CAM charges, and any operational requirements. Personal guarantees are standard in commercial leases.
About PepperLot
Built for Restaurant Space Search in Lowell
PepperLot organizes restaurant space searches around the details tenants need in Lowell: build-out condition, hood, grease trap, seating, rent structure, and permit context.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to lease a restaurant in Lowell?
Prime locations downtown command $20 to $26 per square foot annually. Surrounding commercial corridors typically range from $16 to $22. Each structure carries different risk and entry cost profiles. Prime locations command the highest lease rates while secondary neighbourhoods offer lower entry costs.
What are restaurant lease rates in Lowell?
Lowell restaurant lease rates vary significantly by neighbourhood. Prime locations average $22 to $26 per square foot annually. Secondary neighbourhoods and commercial corridors typically range from $16 to $21 per square foot annually.
What types of restaurant transactions are listed in Lowell?
Pepperlot lists leases, second-generation leases, and property leases across Lowell. second-generation leases transfer equipment and lease only, keeping the landlord's liabilities out of the transaction. leases include the full operation, brand, permits, and staff. Property leases are outright real estate leases with existing restaurant infrastructure in place.
Where are the best neighbourhoods to lease a restaurant in Lowell?
Lowell restaurant opportunities span several distinct neighbourhoods, each with different entry costs and customer demographics. The most active markets typically combine strong daypart demand with year round traffic. Browse listings by neighbourhood to find a fit for your concept.
Can I list a restaurant for lease in Lowell on Pepperlot?
Yes. Listing on Pepperlot is free. Create a restaurant specific listing with details like hood systems, seating, permits, and lease terms, and your space is in front of tenants the same day. Confidential listing options are also available.