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LEICESTER, MA 01524

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Worcester County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LEICESTER, MA real estate market (01524) currently shows 23 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 25.7% year-over-year, from $413,750 to $519,975.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,077  ·  Density: 147.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $88,933

Typical home value: $349,776  ·  Homeownership: 84.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
23
⇧ 64.3% vs 14 last year
Pending
11
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$519,975
⇧ 25.7% vs $413,750 last year
Average Price
$491,775
⇧ 0.4% vs $489,587 last year
Days on Market
28
⇩ 34.9% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$306
⇧ 25.4% vs $244/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,815 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 23 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 28 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $519,975 (+25.7% YoY)
  • Average: $491,775 (+0.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.2 miles — 175 listings ($88,270,922 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
01524Leicester, MA 015240.0 mi4$1,777,508$427,475$444,377
01562Spencer, MA 015623.7 mi12$5,960,748$464,925$496,729
01602Worcester, MA 016023.9 mi37$18,945,480$539,950$512,040
01501Auburn, MA 015015.3 mi13$7,791,225$582,975$599,325
01610Worcester, MA 016105.6 mi5$1,869,085$385,000$373,817
01537North Oxford, MA 015376.2 mi4$1,362,284$324,450$340,571
01520Holden, MA 015207.0 mi11$7,311,733$675,700$664,703
01605Worcester, MA 016057.3 mi16$7,672,928$485,950$479,558
01604Worcester, MA 016047.8 mi26$10,996,752$420,450$422,952
01507Charlton, MA 015078.3 mi16$8,883,856$482,250$555,241
01522Jefferson, MA 015229.5 mi2$1,149,800$574,900$574,900
01543Rutland, MA 015439.7 mi25$12,723,175$498,000$508,927
01506Brookfield, MA 0150610.2 mi4$1,826,348$422,400$456,587

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LEICESTER, MA 01524?

As of September 2026, there are 23 active listings in LEICESTER, MA (zip code 01524), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LEICESTER, MA 01524?

The median listing price in LEICESTER, MA 01524 is $519,975 as of September 2026, a 25.7% increase from $413,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LEICESTER, MA?

Homes in LEICESTER, MA 01524 spend an average of 28 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LEICESTER, MA 01524?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, LEICESTER, MA 01524 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LEICESTER, MA?

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