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 $193 20,375 SF 8.78%
Cumberland $201 41,757 SF 7.50%
Pawtucket $137 52,889 SF 10.83%
Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lincoln $131 31,196 SF 7.75%
Cumberland $144 62,235 SF 7.75%
Central Falls $146 78,534 SF 7.75%
Pawtucket $86 38,451 SF 10.83%
Smithfield $267 5,035 SF 7.50%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Lincoln $199 8,168 SF
Cumberland $251 6,775 SF
Central Falls $201 7,076 SF
Pawtucket $268 27,907 SF
Smithfield $287 3,810 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Lincoln $158 10,670 SF 7.19%
Pawtucket $155 33,472 SF 7.19%
Smithfield $265 12,340 SF 8.25%
North Providence $187 12,444 SF 8.25%

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

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
For Sale

1097 Eddie Dowling Hwy

North Smithfield, RI 02896

  • 16,162 SF Retail Building
  • $3,990,000
For Sale

1058 Charles St

North Providence, RI 02904

  • 7,593 SF Retail Building
  • $1,600,000
For Sale

162 Vincent ave

North Providence, RI 02904

  • 0.11 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $449,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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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 $172 20,883 SF
Cumberland $209 33,019 SF
Central Falls $214 60,083 SF
Pawtucket $168 38,695 SF
Smithfield $259 8,506 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.