01608 — Worcester, MA Home Values
Typical home value $193,184 as of June 2026 · 100th of 100 in Worcester, MA-CT
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 01608, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 01608 compares in the Worcester, MA-CT area
ZIP code 01608 (Worcester, MA) has a typical home value of $193,184 as of June 2026, ranking 100th of 100 ZIP codes tracked in the Worcester, MA-CT area, more expensive than about 1% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +63.8%, from $117,946 in June 2021 to $193,184 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 8.7× the annual rent ($1,852/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Worcester, MA-CT forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Worcester.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 01608 has a population of 4,951, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 46% Hispanic or Latino, 29.4% White, 9.3% Black or African American, 8.9% Asian, 2.8% American Indian or Alaska Native, 2.6% two or more races, and 1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chandler Elementary Community | 114 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA | 0.5 mi |
| Head Start | 770 Main Street, Worcester, MA | 0.6 mi |
| Elm Park Community | 23 North Ashland Street, Worcester, MA | 0.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 01608?
$193,184 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 01608 an expensive ZIP code in the Worcester, MA-CT area?
01608 ranks 100th of 100 ZIP codes in the Worcester, MA-CT area by typical home value, more expensive than about 1% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 01608 changed over the past year?
+3.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 01608?
The typical home price is 8.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,852/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 01608?
4,951, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 01608?
Chandler Elementary Community (0.5 mi), Head Start (0.6 mi), Elm Park Community (0.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 01608?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Worcester, MA-CT forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.