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Leicester, MA home prices and housing market

1 ZIP market liveData updated September 2026Typical value$462K1-yr changeUp2.7%

The typical home value in Leicester, MA is $462K as of September 2026, up 2.7% from a year ago, based on the Zillow Home Value Index. In the typical Leicester ZIP code, the median list price is $520K and homes spend a median of 28 days on market as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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The coverage

Leicester, by the numbers.

Typical home valueZillow ZHVI, September 2026
$462K
1-yr changeMedian across Leicester ZIPs
+2.7%
ZIP markets live
1
County
Worcester County

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12-month value trend

+2.7% over 12 months

Typical home value in Leicester over the last 12 months: $450K in Sep 2025 to $462K in Sep 2026 (+2.7%).

Sep 2025$450K

Sep 2026$462K

Median Zillow home value index across Leicester's ZIP codes.

Context

Leicester's housing market shows modest gains. The typical home value sits at $462,483, up 2.7% over the past year as of September 2026. The median list price is $519,975, with 13 homes currently for sale and 8 new listings added recently. Homes are moving at a median of 28 days on market, though 34.4% of listings have received a price cut. For sellers, the combination of limited inventory and moderate price adjustments suggests a balanced market where preparation and realistic pricing matter.

The numbers

What is the housing market like in Leicester, MA?

Typical home value

$462K

Up2.7%YoY

Median list price

$520K

Days on market

28

Homes for sale

13

Price cuts

34.4%

New listings

8

Sources · Zillow ZHVI (September 2026) / Realtor.com (September 2026)

Figures reflect Leicester's ZIP codes with market data: values and listing medians take the median across ZIPs; inventory and new listings are summed.

Prices over time

Leicester, MA home prices over time

Typical home values in Leicester, MA are up 2.7% over the past year, from $450K in September 2025 to $462K in September 2026.

Typical home value in Leicester, MA, September of each year
MonthTypical value1-yr change
September 2026$462,483+2.7%
September 2025$450,191No prior year

Typical value is the median Zillow Home Value Index across Leicester ZIP codes, taken in September of each year so every row compares the same month.

Market balance

Is Leicester, MA a buyer's or seller's market?

Leicester, MA is roughly balanced between buyers and sellers.

The signals are mixed: homes are selling quickly, but a large share of listings have cut their asking price, so pricing and condition matter more than market direction.

Based on a median of 28 days on market and 34% of listings with a price cut in the typical Leicester ZIP code, and 8 new listings against 13 active listings across Leicester, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

The outlook

Leicester housing market forecast 2027

+1.5%

Weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, 12 months to September 2027

A weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, across 1 Leicester ZIP code, points to typical home values rising 1.5% by September 2027.

Over the 12 months through September 2026, typical home values in Leicester rose 2.7%, per the Zillow Home Value Index.

Will home prices drop in Leicester?

The forecasts do not call for a drop: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts for Leicester shows typical home values rising 1.5% by September 2027, after a 2.7% rise over the past 12 months. Forecasts are not guarantees: mortgage rates, inventory, and the wider economy can move values either way.

How this is calculated: each ZIP code's 12-month Zillow forecast is weighted by its typical home value (Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026). 1 Leicester ZIP code has both figures.

Forecast: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts (Zillow Home Value Forecast, published October 2026), calculated by Home Value Pros. A forecast, not a guarantee.

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Live markets

What ZIP codes are live in Leicester?

Typical value is the Zillow home value index (ZHVI) for each ZIP, as of September 2026. 1-yr change compares it to the same ZIP a year earlier.

Zillow ZHVI, September 2026

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Common questions

Questions about Leicester, MA home prices.

What is a typical home worth in Leicester, MA?

The typical home value in Leicester is $462,483 as of September 2026, representing a 2.7% increase over the past year.

How long do homes stay on the market in Leicester?

Homes in Leicester spend a median of 28 days on market, indicating reasonable buyer interest at current price levels.

Are there many homes available to buy in Leicester?

There are 13 homes currently for sale in Leicester as of September 2026, with 8 new listings added recently. About 34.4% of listings have received a price cut.

Are home prices going up or down in Leicester, MA?

Typical home values in Leicester, MA are up 2.7% over the past year, based on the Zillow Home Value Index as of September 2026.

Is Leicester, MA a buyer's or seller's market?

Leicester, MA is roughly balanced between buyers and sellers. The signals are mixed: homes are selling quickly, but a large share of listings have cut their asking price, so pricing and condition matter more than market direction. Based on a median of 28 days on market and 34% of listings with a price cut in the typical Leicester ZIP code, and 8 new listings against 13 active listings across Leicester, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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