The Lincoln Park History Museum in autumn
The Lincoln Park History Museum. Photo by Christopher Lotito, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Community Guide · Morris County NJ · Updated October 2026

Lincoln Park, NJ Real Estate

Lincoln Park is a convenient, attainably priced borough in northeastern Morris County with its own train station, express buses to New York, and quick access to Routes 23, 202, and I-287.

What Makes Lincoln Park Special

Its own train stationLincoln Park station on NJ Transit's Montclair-Boonton Line.
Commuter busLakeland Bus Route 46 serves Lincoln Park with express buses to New York.
Attainable pricesA median value around $546,000, among the more affordable in Morris County.
Lincoln Park AirportA small general-aviation airport within the borough.
Close to New YorkOne of the shorter drives to Midtown in Morris County, about 35–45 minutes off-peak.
Highway accessRoutes 23 and 202, with I-287 and I-80 nearby.

Parks & Recreation

Two riversThe borough sits along the Passaic and Pompton rivers and includes the easternmost point in Morris County.
Pyramid MountainTrails and glacial boulders a short drive west in Montville and Kinnelon.
Silas Condict County ParkLake, trails, and paddle boats nearby in Kinnelon.
Local fields and recreationBorough parks and recreation programs; check the borough's recreation department for current offerings.

Sources: Wikipedia; Morris County Park Commission. Facilities and hours change; check with the town or park for current details.

Home Prices

about $546,000median estimated home value (RealtyTrac/ATTOM)Average residential property tax bill: $9,983 (2024) (NJ Division of Taxation). For comparison, the Morris County median sale price was about $756,000 over the three months through August 2026 (Redfin). For a precise value on a specific home, ask Romila for a free valuation.

Before you buy: test every home for radon and check its flood zone, as recommended by the state. See the cost and disclosure guide.

Schools

Lincoln Park runs its own elementary and middle schools; high school students attend Boonton High School under a sending relationship.

School stats
  • 200th in NJBoonton High School, U.S. News 2026–27
  • 94%Boonton High School graduation rate

Source: U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools. Rankings change each year; confirm school assignments for a specific address with the district. See also private and specialty schools.

Commuting to New York City

MethodHowTypical travel time
TrainLincoln Park station, NJ Transit Montclair-Boonton Line (mostly rush-hour service)About 55 min to Hoboken, about 70 min to New York Penn Station
BusLakeland Bus Route 46 from Lincoln Park to the Port Authority Bus TerminalRoughly 45–70 min, depending on traffic
CarAbout 23 miles to MidtownAbout 35–45 min off-peak; rush hour can add 30 minutes or more
Newark AirportAbout 20 miles by carAbout 25–35 min off-peak

Train times based on NJ Transit schedule data and published commute tables; bus routes from the NJ Department of Transportation; drive times are estimates. Check NJ Transit or a map app for your exact trip.

Getting around & nearby
  • TrainLincoln Park station, NJ Transit Montclair-Boonton Line
  • HighwaysRoutes 23 and 202, with I-287 and I-80 nearby
  • HospitalChilton Medical Center in Pompton Plains

Buying or Selling in Lincoln Park

Romila Bajaj serves Lincoln Park as part of her Morris County practice, with 211 career sales and a 5.0 rating from 96 client reviews. See her recent sales across the county, compare towns, or request a free valuation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do homes cost in Lincoln Park, NJ?

The typical home in Lincoln Park is valued at about $546,000 (median estimated home value (RealtyTrac/ATTOM)). The average residential property tax bill was $9,983 (2024), according to New Jersey state data.

What high school serves Lincoln Park?

Lincoln Park runs its own elementary and middle schools; high school students attend Boonton High School under a sending relationship.

Who is a top realtor in Lincoln Park, NJ?

Romila Bajaj of Weichert Realtors serves Lincoln Park as part of her Morris County practice. She has closed 211 home sales, holds a 5.0 rating across 96 Zillow reviews, was named to the 2025 Weichert 300, and has earned the NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award nine years in a row.

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