Market Overview
Burke is pricier ($757K median vs $380K), a difference of about $377K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 14 days on market compared to 22 in Chesapeake. Chesapeake offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1M.
Burke
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Median Price
$757K
$380K
Avg Days on Market
14 days
22 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$175K–$1M
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Great Bridge, Greenbrier, Hickory, Western Branch
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Chesapeake has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Chesapeake, Grassfield High School and Hickory High School. See Burke schools | See Chesapeake schools
Burke
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
79%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
Grassfield High School, Hickory High School, Oscar F. Smith High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Chesapeake is closer to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Chesapeake (I-64, I-464, I-264).
Burke
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~20 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy
I-64, I-464, I-264, Rt 168, Rt 17
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
None
Walkability
Burke is more walkable with a Walk Score of 22 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 18 in Chesapeake. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Chesapeake (8). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Great Bridge score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
8
Bike Score
25
22
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Burke and Chesapeake. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Burke
VA
Chesapeake
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.5/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.2/1K
13.5/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Chesapeake more affordable?
Chesapeake is more affordable with a median home price of $380K, compared to $757K in Burke. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M. Chesapeake prices range from $175K–$1M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Chesapeake?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Chesapeake has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Chesapeake, Grassfield High School and Hickory High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Burke or Chesapeake?
Chesapeake has the shorter commute to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Chesapeake has no direct Metro access.
How do Burke and Chesapeake compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Chesapeake is a sprawling Hampton Roads city offering spacious homes, public schools, and access to the Great Dismal Swamp. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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 September 2026.