Moving to Lewiston, NY

About Lewiston

Lewiston is a town in Niagara County, New York, with about 15,900 residents (2020 census), on the lower Niagara River. Named for Governor Morgan Lewis, the town wraps around its historic village and holds major draws of its own: Artpark, Bond Lake Park, Joseph Davis State Park, and the river gorge.

Home prices in Lewiston

Home prices in Lewiston vary by neighborhood and property type.

Top places in Lewiston

• Artpark — state park and summer concert venue on the gorge rim.
• Bond Lake County Park — fishing, trails, and the namesake lake (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Niagara River gorge overlooks (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Joseph Davis State Park on the river.
• Niagara Falls Memorial Park chapel (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Stella Niagara hamlet.

Commuting from Lewiston

• Lewiston sits roughly 25 miles northwest of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 30–40 minutes via I-190 (approximate; longer with traffic).
• Limited NFTA Metro Bus service; most commuters drive. There is no Metro Rail service.

Schools in Lewiston

Public schools: Lewiston-Porter Central School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Lewiston FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Lewiston, NY?
  Home prices in Lewiston vary by neighborhood and property type.
• How is the commute from Lewiston, NY?
  Lewiston sits roughly 25 miles northwest of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 30–40 minutes via I-190 (approximate; longer with traffic).
• Which school district serves Lewiston, NY?
  Lewiston is served by Lewiston-Porter Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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