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Lincoln

Lincoln

Neighborhood in Helena, Montana

Lewis & Clark County 59639

$406,411 Average Value
$332 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

A small Helena community with long winters and short summers

Just outside of Helena, the small mountain community of Lincoln offers much in the way of outdoor activities. "Lincoln makes money from tourism in the summer for camping and in the winter for snowmobiling. The Blackfoot River also goes through here, and it's well known for its fishing," says resident Nina Kling, who works as a substitute librarian at the Lincoln branch of the Lewis & Clark County Library. With a string of restaurants and shops clustered along W Main Street, the neighborhood also maintains a small commercial district with local shops and restaurants. Kling adds, "We get long winters, and the temperatures can get as low as minus 20 at night. Some days it doesn’t get above zero. Summers are very short. June can be kind of rainy, but it brings beautiful green wildflowers, and the aspens are beautiful. September is beautiful, but the nights start getting cold, and we usually get our first snow in October."

Highway 200 goes straight through Lincoln to get you to where you need to go.
Highway 200 goes straight through Lincoln to get you to where you need to go.
Lewis & Clark library in Lincoln is available for all residents to use.
Lewis & Clark library in Lincoln is available for all residents to use.
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Horseshoes at Hooper, Sculpture in the Wild and the Continental Divide

Hooper Park has softball fields, a horseshoe pit and a dining pavilion, while Nature’s Playground offers a disc golf course. Lincoln Community River Park offers a place for swimming and fishing in the Blackfoot River. Blackfoot Pathways: Sculpture in the Wild pays homage to the rich heritage of the Blackfoot Valley. Wandering through this 26-acre sculpture park, viewers can take in its large-scale installations created by international artists and learn how they each pay tribute to the local environment. Lincoln is surrounded by mountains, with trails for biking and hiking. The neighborhood is also 10 miles from a portion of the Continental Divide, a 3,1000-mile-long trail that extends from Canada to Mexico.

Lincoln Community River Park features trails to the river.
Lincoln Community River Park features trails to the river.
Hooper Park in Lincoln is a great place to have a picnic or go camping.
Hooper Park in Lincoln is a great place to have a picnic or go camping.
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Mountainside homes with a woodsy feel

Craftsman and ranch-style homes are the leading styles in the residential areas, and they suit the mountainside neighborhood well thanks to their earth-toned exteriors and secluded locations shaded by ponderosa pines. A single-family home typically costs between $233,000 and $550,000 while homes with three or more bedrooms go for anywhere between $575,000 to $1.2 million. Properties will typically remain on the market for 79 days before selling.

Stunning architecturally detailed Log Cabin style homes nestled in the trees of Lincoln.
Stunning architecturally detailed Log Cabin style homes nestled in the trees of Lincoln.
Ranch style home with a tidy lawn in Lincoln.
Ranch style home with a tidy lawn in Lincoln.
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Lincoln's goings-on around town

Many of the local events take place at the parks. Blackfoot Pathways puts on summer concerts, while Hooper Park hosts an annual Flea Market and Craft Sale every July. The Lincoln Art & Music Festival, running for over 30 years, brings out the whole community each August, and includes food vendors and a coloring contest. The Lincoln Community Hall is a large venue for all types of events like holiday celebrations, theater performances and talent shows held every year on Abraham Lincoln’s birthday.

Classic fifties nostalgia, bingo nights and local grocery shopping

Many Lincoln restaurants have a distinct aesthetic or fun features to them. Diners at The Lincoln Pit Stop can enjoy burgers, fries and milkshakes while surrounded by nostalgic red-and-chrome 1950s décor. In addition to serving home-cooked meals, Lambkin’s hosts bingo games every Wednesday at 7pm. Scapegoat Eatery includes a pool table and a small stage for live music acts. Family-owned grocery store D&D Foodtown supplies Lincoln residents with deli items, meats and fresh produce.

Lincoln Pit Stop has great food and service.
Lincoln Pit Stop has great food and service.
Bootlegger is a a favorite for Lincoln residents.
Bootlegger is a a favorite for Lincoln residents.
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Lincoln School District 38

Lincoln Elementary is rated B-minus by Niche, and Lincoln Junior High School has a C. Lincoln High School was scored a three from GreatSchools and offers an Outdoor Club for students to get active and involved through cross-country skiing, ice skating and hiking.

Using Highway 200 and nearest medical services

Highway 200 is the primary corridor, threading through the entirety of Lincoln from east to west. This route goes on for roughly 115 miles and passes through scenic dense forests and mountain landscapes. The nearest medical facility is Parker Medical Center, located along Highway 200, and the nearest hospital, St. Peter's Health is in Helena, 56 miles away.

Bear sightings are common

Bears have been known to appear in the area. "I know there have been bears in my yard because I can tell by what they leave behind, though I have never seen one. I always carry bear spray with me," says Kling. "The black bears tend to run off, but the grizzlies have been expanding their territory, and we want to stay safe."

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lincoln US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$325,000
Median Single Family Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$332
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Months of Supply
8.30
Median List Price
$349,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
202
Median Year Built
1977
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,614
Below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
45,738

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
834
Median Age
59
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
14.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39.3%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$39,930
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,241

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
15.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.5%
% Population in Labor Force
50.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
35''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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