Lincoln, RI
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Lincoln's Demographic Profile

Lincoln has 9,141 households and a median income of $100,056, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A 0% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 22,839
# Households 9,141
Median age 44
Median household income $100,056
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 2,783
5-year population change 0%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lincoln $196 17,130 SF 8.78%
Cumberland $203 18,924 SF 7.50%
Pawtucket $122 37,903 SF 10.83%
Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lincoln $151 38,714 SF 7.00%
Pawtucket $76 46,134 SF 10.83%
Smithfield $364 5,433 SF 8.05%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Lincoln $236 6,156 SF
Cumberland $453 4,144 SF
Pawtucket $295 35,685 SF
Smithfield $276 4,102 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lincoln $214 11,367 SF 7.44%
Cumberland $361 9,285 SF 7.44%
Pawtucket $199 29,127 SF 7.58%
Smithfield $222 17,615 SF 7.88%
North Providence $153 11,972 SF 7.88%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Lincoln

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

1320 Eddie Dowling Hwy

Lincoln, RI 02865

  • 20,027 SF Flex Building
  • 7.00% Cap Rate
  • $2,990,000
For Sale

207-209 Cross St

Central Falls, RI 02863

  • 3,570 SF Multifamily
  • 7.44% Cap Rate
  • $1,100,000
For Sale

2138 Mendon Rd

Cumberland, RI 02864

  • 28,113 SF Office Building
  • $189,000
For Sale

1099 Charles St

North Providence, RI 02904

  • 2,760 SF Retail Building
  • $499,900
For Sale

9.98 Acres, 10,000 SF warehouse

Cumberland, RI 02864

  • 10,000 SF Industrial Building
  • $2,100,000
For Sale

MDRI MOB Investment Portfolio

  • Office Building
  • 7.50% Cap Rate
  • $8,556,000

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Lincoln pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Lincoln $186 23,523 SF
Cumberland $223 36,211 SF
Central Falls $182 67,925 SF
Pawtucket $149 40,339 SF
Smithfield $251 8,766 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Lincoln alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Lincoln or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Central Falls 19,754 6,686 34 $43,227 3 5,359 -4%
Pawtucket 73,727 30,632 39 $60,389 2 17,522 -1%
Smithfield 24,102 8,493 43 $97,601 2 1,608 2%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Lincoln, RI and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Lincoln

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Is Lincoln a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Lincoln offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Lincoln?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Lincoln. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Lincoln?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Lincoln. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Lincoln compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Lincoln. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Lincoln acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Lincoln, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.