Multi-Family Homes & Duplexes for Sale in Lincoln, Milford

Lincoln, located on the southern outskirts of Milford, is a neighborhood with a rich history dating back to the construction of the Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia Railroad in 1865. Despite its industrial roots, the area is known for its rural character, featuring expansive plots of land, soybean crops, and rustic grain silos. The community is small, with just one stoplight, post office, and fire station. Homes here, primarily built between the 1950s and 1970s, include ranch styles on half-to-1-acre lots, Cape Cod cottages, mid-1800s clapboard farmhouses, and New Traditional homes from the early 2000s.

Lincoln's proximity to Milford, less than 4 miles away, allows residents to enjoy cozy bars, art galleries, and performing arts centers in the downtown area. The Delaware coastline, including the quiet Slaughter Beach, is just 10 miles east. The neighborhood features community hubs like the Lincoln Community Center and historic churches such as Lincoln United Methodist and the Pentecostal Church of God of Lincoln.

Local amenities include the Little Lincoln Store, a Redner’s grocery store, and a Dollar General. For more extensive shopping and dining options, residents head to downtown Milford or Dupont Boulevard. The area is car-dependent, with no sidewalks and limited public transportation, though several bus stops connect to Dover. Bayhealth Hospital is conveniently located 2 miles east, and Salisbury Regional Airport is 45 miles south.

Children in Lincoln attend schools in the Milford district, with Milford High School offering a range of Advanced Placement classes. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a peaceful environment for its residents.