Worcester metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Leicester, MA
$480,000Median listing price
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About Leicester
Leicester sits directly west of Worcester along Route 9, a classic mill-and-farm town with a grand 18th-century past — it was once home to one of the first academies in the country. The stone Gothic First Congregational Church (shown in Commons photo) anchors the center, while Swan Tavern's columned white facade (shown in Commons photo) dates to the Federal era.
Home prices in Leicester
The median listing price in Leicester is $480,000.
Top places in Leicester
- Swan Tavern — historic Federal-era tavern (shown in Commons photo).
- Sargent Pond — lake paddling (shown in Commons photo).
- Hot Dog Annie's — Route 9 institution (shown in Commons photo).
- Becker College's Leicester campus.
- Castle Cantina — the castle-shaped restaurant (shown in Commons photo).
- Route 9 dining corridor.
- Historic district streetscape.
Commuting from Leicester
- Approximate drive to Worcester: ~10–15 minutes east via Route 9 (approximate; traffic-dependent).
- MBTA: Worcester Line station Worcester Union Station, ~15 minutes east (approximate); no in-town station.
- WRTA fixed-route service reaches Leicester via the Route 9 corridor (approximate; check WRTA schedules).
- Boston context: about 50 miles west of Boston; approximate drive ~65–80 minutes via I-290/I-90 (approximate); commuter rail from Worcester Union Station to South Station roughly 85–95 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Leicester
Public schools: Leicester Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Leicester FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Leicester, MA?
The median listing price in Leicester is $480,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Leicester, MA?
Approximate drive to Worcester: ~10–15 minutes east via Route 9 (approximate; traffic-dependent). - Which school district serves Leicester, MA?
Leicester is served by Leicester Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.