Is Leicester, NY 14481 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Leicester is a seller’s market. With about 0.8 months of supply and 75% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Months of supply0.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list74.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list110.8%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market19Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$152▲ +29.1% vs. last year

The Leicester housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 75% of homes in Leicester, NY 14481 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 19 days and there were 0.8 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 4 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 50%, homes sold more slowly (14 days then) and the median sale price rose 73% to $242,395. Overall, Leicester is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Livingston County, homes here sell more slowly than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 71%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Lakeville 14480 (0% sold over asking) or Piffard 14533 (33% sold over asking), while Dalton 14836 (100% sold over asking) and Lima 14485 (90% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Avon 14414Seller’s market $161 /sq ftCaledonia 14423Seller’s market $192 /sq ftConesus 14435Seller’s market $239 /sq ftDalton 14836 $80 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Leicester real estate

Is Leicester a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 0.8 months of supply in Leicester, NY 14481 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in Leicester?

The typical home went under contract in 19 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Leicester sell over asking?

75% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 110.8% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Leicester?

About 2.45% of a home’s value a year in Livingston County, or roughly $9,800 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Leicester?

The median sale price was $242,395 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $152 per square foot.

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