Moving to Lewiston, NY

About Lewiston

Lewiston is a village in Niagara County, New York, on the lower Niagara River, with about 2,700 residents. Named for Governor Morgan Lewis, its Center Street historic district — the Red Brick Schoolhouse (now the municipal building), the Freedom Crossing Monument, and Water Street Landing — makes it one of the region's most charming river villages.

Home prices in Lewiston

Home prices in Lewiston vary by neighborhood and property type.

Top places in Lewiston

• Center Street historic district — shops, restaurants, and 19th-century architecture.
• Water Street Landing on the Niagara River (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Lewiston Municipal Building — the former high school, the "Red Brick Schoolhouse" (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Freedom Crossing Monument — Underground Railroad memorial.
• Village park (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Artpark (adjacent, in the Town of Lewiston).

Commuting from Lewiston

• The village 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?
  The village 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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