Real Estate Showdown: A Secluded Lincoln Colonial vs. a South Shore Landmark
It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a sprawling brick residence in Lincoln with an antique Hingham home.
LISTING AGENTS: THE RIDICK REVIS GROUP, COMPASS (LINCOLN); PAMELA BATES, COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (HINGHAM)
MADORE PHOTOGRAPHY (LINCOLN); BRIAN DOHERTY PHOTOGRAPHY (HINGHAM)
236 Lincoln Rd., Lincoln | Sale Price: ~$4,100,000 | 93 Main St., Hingham |
| $4,495,000 198 7,245 square feet 6 3 full, 2 half | Asking Price Days on Market Size Bedrooms Bathrooms | $4,750,000 188 7,101 square feet 6 4 full, 2 half |
In Greater Boston, the luxury real estate market hinges on lifestyle as much as architecture. This month’s contenders offer two interpretations of estate living: one rooted in wooded tranquility northwest of the city, the other anchored in historical charm on the South Shore.
In Lincoln, this stately brick Colonial is nestled on more than 5 acres of lush land with views of conservation fields. Thoughtfully expanded and updated, the house blends classic architecture with modern comforts. A 3,000-square-foot barn adds flexibility and reinforces the property’s quintessential country appeal.
South of the city, this 1774 landmark is located in the heart of Hingham Square. Meticulously maintained by successive owners, the home’s period details—from wide-plank floors to decorative moldings—enrich gracious living spaces. Outside, a pool and a separate carriage house—reimagined as an entertainer’s haven—are set on a rare half-acre parcel just a stroll from the town center.
While both homes ultimately traded for the same price, their appeal speaks to different priorities: Lincoln offers wooded seclusion and proximity to Boston’s western suburbs, while Hingham delivers history, coastal access, and in-town living. Which would you choose?
This article was first published in the print edition of the April 2026 issue, with the headline,“A Secluded Lincoln Colonial vs. a South Shore Landmark.”
