Market Overview
Bristow's median sold price is $730K with homes averaging 19 days on market; Chesterfield is at $403K and 37 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Bristow is pricier ($730K median vs $403K), a difference of about $327K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 37 in Chesterfield. Chesterfield offers a lower entry point at $150K–$900K.
Bristow
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$730K
$403K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
19 days
37 days
Price Range
$300K–$900K
$150K–$900K
Notable Neighborhoods
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Midlothian, Brandermill, Woodlake, Moseley
Schools
Bristow has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Chesterfield has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Chesterfield, Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School. See Bristow schools | See Chesterfield schools
Bristow
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
79%
Public schools
Patriot High School, Marsteller Middle School, Bristow Run Elementary
Cosby High School, Clover Hill High School, Midlothian High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Chesterfield is closer to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Bristow (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Chesterfield (I-95, I-295, Rt 1).
Bristow
VA
Chesterfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~50 min
~20 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-95, I-295, Rt 1, Rt 10, Rt 360
Commuter Rail
VRE (Manassas line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristow or Chesterfield more affordable?
Chesterfield is more affordable with a median sold price of $403K, compared to $730K in Bristow (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Bristow prices range from $300K–$900K. Chesterfield prices range from $150K–$900K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bristow and Chesterfield?
Bristow public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Chesterfield has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Chesterfield, Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Bristow or Chesterfield?
Chesterfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Bristow has no direct Metro access. Chesterfield has no direct Metro access.
How do Bristow and Chesterfield compare?
Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, offering new construction, public schools, and affordable homes south of the James River. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated August 2026.