Downtown / Monument Square
25 West Street, Leominster, MA 01453
Living in Leominster, Massachusetts
Leominster is a city in northern Worcester County, on a plateau above the Nashua River about 40 miles northwest of Boston. It was incorporated as a town in 1740 and chartered as a city in 1915. Known as the birthplace of Johnny Appleseed (John Chapman) and later as a center of plastics manufacturing, its downtown is built around Monument Square, a traditional New England common.
Leominster at a glance
- $13.66Residential tax rate per $1,000, FY2026
- $6,489Average single-family tax bill, FY2026
- 30-35 minDrive to Worcester
- WorcesterCounty
Leominster's villages and zip codes
Leominster uses a single ZIP code, 01453, for the whole city.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown / Monument Square | 01453 | The city's traditional common and downtown hub, near City Hall. |
| North Leominster | 01453 | A village in the northern part of the city with its own MBTA Fitchburg Line commuter rail station. |
Things to do in Leominster, MA
Start with Sholan Farms and Leominster State Forest, then 2 more below.
Sholan Farms
A community-owned apple orchard offering u-pick and pre-picked apples in season, a farm stand, hiking trails and community gardens.
1125 Pleasant Street, Leominster, MA
Plan a visitLeominster State Forest
A 4,300-acre state forest with hiking trails and swimming at Crow Hill Pond and Paradise Pond, plus cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in winter.
Leominster, MA
Johnny Appleseed birthplace marker
A granite marker on Johnny Appleseed Lane marks the birthplace of John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed; the city hosts an annual Johnny Appleseed Festival on Monument Square.
Johnny Appleseed Lane, Leominster, MA
Doyle Field
A city athletic complex used for football, track and other sports events.
Leominster, MA
More worth a visit
- Monument SquareThe city's downtown common, site of the annual Johnny Appleseed Festival.
Around the calendar
- SeptemberJohnny Appleseed FestivalAn annual festival on Monument Square, held since 1994, celebrating the city's connection to Johnny Appleseed.
A little history
Leominster was incorporated as a town in 1740 and chartered as a city in 1915.
The city is the birthplace of John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, marked by a granite marker on Johnny Appleseed Lane.
Leominster became known as a center of plastics manufacturing in the 20th century, including production of the plastic pink flamingo lawn ornament, first made there in 1957.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Leominster
Leominster State Forest and Sholan Farms give the city both a large wooded recreation area and a working apple orchard open to the public.
- Leominster State Forest4,300 acres with hiking trails, pond swimming, and winter cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
- Sholan FarmsA community-owned orchard with u-pick apples, a farm stand, and hiking trails.More information
- Doyle FieldCity athletic fields used for football, track and community sports.
Walkability and getting around Leominster
Downtown Leominster around Monument Square has sidewalks connecting City Hall, the library and shops, but most of the city's neighborhoods and its commercial strips along the state routes are built for driving.
Drive times
- Worcester, about 20 miles30-35 min
- Worcester Regional Airport, about 24 miles35-40 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
The Montachusett Regional Transit Authority (MART) operates local bus routes in Leominster. The MBTA Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line serves North Leominster station, connecting to Boston's North Station. Routes 2, 12, 13 and 117, plus Interstate 190, pass through the city.
Leominster property taxes
Leominster's FY2026 residential tax rate is $13.66 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts assesses homes at full value, so each $100,000 of assessed value costs about $1,366 a year. The average single-family tax bill was $6,489, on an average assessed value of $475,021.
Leominster's FY2026 tax rates
$13.66per $1,000, residential
- Residential$13.66 per $1,000
- Average single-family assessed value$475,021
- Average single-family tax bill$6,489
- Motor vehicle excise (statewide)$25 per $1,000 of value
Source: Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Tax Rates by Class and Average Single Family Tax Bill.
How the residential rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Residential rate |
|---|---|
| FY2022 | $16.56 |
| FY2023 | $15.54 |
| FY2024 | $14.51 |
| FY2025 | $14.03 |
| FY2026 | $13.66 |
Look up a Leominster property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- City ClerkVital records and town records
- Assessors' officeQuestions about a value: 978-534-7500
- Registry of DeedsDeeds and mortgages for the county
Buying a home in Leominster
What we check on a Leominster purchase: MassHousing limits, the flood map, the smoke certificate, smoke certificate.
First-time buyer programs
MassHousing sets its own income and price limits for Worcester County. We check them with you before you shop.
MassHousing home loansCheck the flood zone first
The Nashua River and Monoosnoc Brook run through Leominster, putting some low-lying parcels near them in FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for LeominsterSmoke and CO certificate
Massachusetts requires the seller to get a smoke and carbon monoxide certificate from the Leominster Fire Department before the sale closes. Call 978-534-7541 to schedule.
Leominster Fire Department pageSmoke and CO certificate before closing
Massachusetts requires a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector compliance certificate from the local fire department before a home sale closes. Leominster's Fire Department handles these inspections.
All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property and program requirements. MassHousing limits and eligibility are set by MassHousing and change from time to time.
Thinking about buying in Leominster?
We're licensed in Massachusetts. Send us a Leominster address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Leominster: utilities, trash and city hall
Who to call in Leominster: Unitil (Fitchburg Gas and Electric Light Company) serves part of Leominster for power.
- ElectricUnitil (Fitchburg Gas and Electric Light Company) serves part of Leominster
- Natural gasLeominster is not in Unitil's Massachusetts gas service area
- WaterCity of Leominster water department (municipal water)
- Sewer or septicCity sewer serves Leominster's developed areas.
- Trash and recyclingLeominster runs a curbside rubbish and recycling collection program; program and pricing details are on the city's Rubbish & Recycling page.
- Registry of Motor VehiclesUpdate your address with the RMV within 30 days. Excise tax goes to the city or town where the car is garaged.Mass. RMV
City Hall offices and contacts
Leominster City Hall is at 25 West Street, Leominster, MA 01453. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday until 5:30 p.m.. Main line: 978-534-7500.
- City HallMain line and website978-534-7500
- City ClerkVital records, business certificates and elections.978-534-7500
- Assessors' OfficeProperty values and assessments.978-534-7500
- Community DevelopmentPlanning, zoning and building permits.978-534-7500
- Department of Public WorksTrash, recycling, water, sewer and streets.978-534-7500
- Fire DepartmentFire prevention, inspections and smoke/CO certificates.978-534-7541
- Health DepartmentPublic health, Title 5 septic and Board of Health matters.
- Leominster Public LibraryThe city's public library, established in 1856 with a Carnegie-funded building opened in 1910.
- Leominster Public SchoolsThe city's public school district.
Leominster, MA FAQ: taxes and town services
What is the property tax rate in Leominster, MA?
Leominster's FY2026 residential tax rate is $13.66 per $1,000 of assessed value. Massachusetts fiscal years run July 1 to June 30.
How much are property taxes on a $400,000 home in Leominster?
Massachusetts taxes homes on their full assessed value. If a home is assessed at $400,000, that's about $5,464 a year at $13.66 per $1,000. The bill uses the assessor's value, not the sale price.
Does Leominster have a split tax rate?
No. Leominster uses a single rate of $13.66 per $1,000 for all property classes.
What is the average single-family tax bill in Leominster?
The average single-family tax bill in Leominster was $6,489 for FY2026, on an average assessed value of $475,021.
What county is Leominster, MA in?
Leominster is in Worcester County.
What ZIP code does Leominster use?
Leominster uses a single ZIP code, 01453, for the whole city.
Who supplies electricity in Leominster?
Unitil (Fitchburg Gas and Electric Light Company) serves part of Leominster for electricity; check with Unitil to confirm service at a specific address.
Is there train service from Leominster?
Yes. The MBTA Commuter Rail Fitchburg Line stops at North Leominster station, connecting to Boston's North Station.
How far is Leominster from Worcester?
Leominster is about 20 miles from Worcester, roughly a 30-35 minute drive.
Which towns border Leominster?
Leominster borders Fitchburg, Lunenburg, Lancaster, Sterling, Princeton and Westminster.
Towns near Leominster
Neighbors of Leominster, including across the Connecticut line where it applies. All Massachusetts town guides.
Sources
- Leominster, Massachusetts - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- City of Leominster official website: leominster-ma.gov
- Leominster Fire Department: leominster-ma.gov
- Leominster Health Department: leominster-ma.gov
- Sholan Farms official website: sholanfarms.com
- Unitil Massachusetts service areas: unitil.com
- Aerial downtown Leominster photo, Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Tax rates and average single-family value and tax bill: Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Tax Rates by Class and Average Single Family Tax Bill.
- Motor vehicle excise: M.G.L. c. 60A, $25 per $1,000 of value statewide.
- Walkability: Walk Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Nick Allen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.