Lonsdale and Saylesville
Historic mill villages with smaller homes and multi-families.
Area guide
Living in Lincoln
Villages, Woods and the Blackstone ValleyWelcome to
Lincoln
Lincoln is a northern suburb made up of historic villages, with Lincoln Woods State Park, the Blackstone River and quick access to Route 146 and I-295.
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Neighborhoods
Where to look in Lincoln
Albion and Manville
Villages on the Blackstone River with a small-town feel.
Limerock
Older stone and historic homes on a quieter, more rural side of town.
Fairlawn
A residential neighborhood near the Pawtucket line.
Lincoln has a similar profile to Cumberland, with its own villages and plenty of green space. It is practical, close to highways, and a popular choice for families who want to stay near Providence.
Things to Do
Lincoln Woods State Park has a lake, trails and famous boulders for climbing. Blackstone River State Park and the bikeway are great for a long ride, Chase Farm Park has open fields and summer concerts, and Hearthside is a beautiful historic house.
Getting Around
Route 146 and I-295 cross right through town, so Providence is usually 15 to 20 minutes away and Worcester is reachable too. Boston is about an hour by car.
Real Estate in Lincoln
Capes, ranches and Colonials are the norm, with mill-village homes and newer subdivisions on either end. The 2025 single-family median was $543,500. Inventory is usually tight, so being ready to act matters here.
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FAQ
Questions about Lincoln
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Ask Jess01What do homes cost in Lincoln?
The 2025 year-end median for single-family homes was $543,500 (RI Statewide MLS). Inventory is usually tight, so being ready to act matters here.
02Which Lincoln neighborhoods should I look at?
Lonsdale and Saylesville are historic mill villages with smaller homes and multi-families. Albion and Manville sit on the Blackstone River with a small-town feel. Limerock has older stone and historic homes on a quieter side of town, and Fairlawn is residential, near the Pawtucket line.
03What is there to do in Lincoln?
Lincoln Woods State Park has a lake, trails and famous boulders for climbing. Blackstone River State Park and the bikeway are great for a long ride, and Chase Farm Park has open fields and summer concerts.
04How is the commute from Lincoln?
Route 146 and I-295 cross right through town, so Providence is usually 15 to 20 minutes away. Worcester is reachable too, and Boston is about an hour by car.
Local advice
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